With the perfect blend of sweet and tart, this festive and fizzy Sparkling Cranberry Punch Recipe is always the hit of the party!

It’s like indulging in a delicious little sip of cheerful Christmas fun!

Add even more tasty fun to your holiday when you also make this amazing Holiday Eggnog Punch Recipe and this glorious Christmas Punch!

Sparkling Cranberry Party Punch in a jar with a straw.

Sparkling Cranberry Punch Recipe

Looking for a fabulous and festive Holiday Party Punch?

Cranberry punch recipes are the perfect addition to any Thanksgiving feast or Christmas dinner!

Cynthia writes: “Made this punch Christmas Day. Turned out great. Kids love it.”

This Sparkling Cranberry Party Punch Recipe is so simple to make, and always a hit with guests!

Both kids and adults will go wild for the dreamy flavor!

It’s perfect for your next party, Baby Shower, bridal shower, or Wedding too… and is even more fun when served in super-cute Mason Jar Mugs!!

With the perfect blend of tart and sweet, it’s hard to drink just one cup.  So be sure to double the recipe for a larger party!

You seriously won’t believe how fast it will disappear at your next party!

And are you ready for the best part?  Just 4 easy ingredients, and you’re done!

That means you’ll have plenty of time to sit back, relax, and enjoy your guests!

So go grab your punch bowl, and let’s get started on this quick and easy Party Punch!

Here’s what you’ll need to make your pretty, festive holiday punch…

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Cranberry juice, Sprite, ice cream, and empty jars.

Cranberry Punch Ingredients

It takes just a few simple ingredients to make the BEST Cranberry Party Punch!

Just add these to your list for your next grocery store run

  • Cranberry Juice – the delicious base flavor of this festive punch
  • Sprite – to add a fun flavor and sparkling carbonation
  • Sugar – to balance the tart flavors in the cranberry juice
  • Vanilla Ice Cream – to sweeten it up even more and add a creamy frothy touch foam!

That’s it.  Just 4 simple ingredients to make your dreamy holiday party punch!

You’ll also want a large punch bowl or mason jar mugs for serving up this punch at your next event.

Straws in a jar of Cranberry Punch.

How to Make Cranberry Punch

You won’t believe how quick and easy this party punch recipe is to make!

Here’s what you’ll do…

1. Create a simple syrup as specified.

2. Once done, add all your ingredients to a punch bowl, and stir well.

3. Add the ice cream as instructed, to create the frothy effect.

4. Serve up your punch in a large punch bowl or in mason jar mugs.

Now you can go mingle with your party guests and enjoy your fabulous drinks together!

See… I told you this was going to be EASY!

Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.

Sparkling Cranberry Party Punch in a jar with a straw.

Cranberry Punch Reviews

Here’s What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Sparkling Cranberry Punch Recipe:

One reader writes: “Yum! What a treat!”

Ryan writes: “It is not the holidays without one of these.”

Lacey writes: “Very nice! It tastes great!”

Kim writes: “So festive and perfect for celebrating!”

Shauna writes: “Delicious!”

Stephanie writes: “Perfect drink for the Holidays!’

Lisa writes: “So good!”

Colline writes: “Easy to make, delish to the max.”

Anna Marie writes: “Made this last night. Was a big hit”

Cynthia writes: “Made this punch Christmas Day.  Turned out great.  Kids love it.”

Laura writes: “I made this last night with cranberry pomegranate juice. It was really good! Ice cream gives it a neat flavor!”

Tara writes: “Perfect for Christmas Day”


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Cranberry Punch Recipe

This festive sparkling Cranberry Punch Recipe is like a delicious little sip of Christmas!
Servings: 18
Sparkling Cranberry Party Punch in a jar with a straw.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
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Ingredients 

  • 64 ounces Ocean Spray Cranberry Juice (1 bottle), chilled
  • 2 liters Sprite, chilled
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1 cup Water
  • 5 scoops Vanilla Ice Cream

Instructions 

  • Bring water and sugar to a boil in small pot, stirring constantly.
  • Once sugar has dissolved completely, remove from heat.
  • Combine Cranberry Juice, Sprite and Sugar Water mixture in large punchbowl, and stir.
  • Add scoops of Ice Cream just before serving for some delicious frothy goodness!
  • Transfer to large punch bowl with glasses, or serve out of mason jars or mason jar mugs. ENJOY!

Notes

  • For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
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  1. Brooke says:

    Happy Holiday!! The Sparkling Cranberry Punch looks like a great addition for Christmas. Thank you!!