Description
Christmas coffee punch is a festive, creamy, and caffeine-kicked holiday drink perfect for parties, brunches, or cozy gatherings. Combining rich coffee, chocolate, and vanilla ice creams with milk and cream, this drink offers a delightful blend of dessert and pick-me-up in one glass. Serve chilled in a punch bowl for a crowd-pleasing treat that’s simple to make and delicious to sip.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups brewed coffee (cooled to room temperature)
- 1 quart chocolate ice cream
- 1 quart vanilla ice cream
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (optional, for garnish)
- Chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Coffee Mixture: In a large mixing bowl or pitcher, whisk together the cooled brewed coffee, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the sugar is fully dissolved to create a smooth base.
- Assemble the Punch: Just before serving, scoop the chocolate and vanilla ice creams into a large punch bowl. This will form the creamy, rich foundation for the punch.
- Combine and Stir: Pour the coffee mixture over the ice cream in the punch bowl. Stir gently until the ice cream softens slightly and the mixture becomes frothy, blending flavors without fully melting the ice cream.
- Serve: Immediately ladle the punch into glasses or cups. Top each serving with whipped cream and chocolate shavings if desired for an extra festive touch.
Notes
- For an adult-friendly version, add a splash of coffee liqueur or Irish cream.
- Make the coffee mixture ahead of time and chill it in the refrigerator until ready to serve to save prep time.
- Use decaffeinated coffee to create a caffeine-free version suitable for all guests.
