Description
This festive Christmas Coffee Punch is a rich and creamy holiday beverage that combines strong brewed coffee with milk, cream, cocoa, and warm spices. Perfect for holiday gatherings, it offers a sweet and silky flavor topped with whipped cream and festive garnishes for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups brewed strong coffee, cooled
- 2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
Toppings
- Whipped cream, for topping
- Chocolate shavings or holiday sprinkles, for garnish
Instructions
- Brew and Cool Coffee: Brew 4 cups of strong coffee using your preferred method and allow it to cool to room temperature to prevent curdling when mixed with dairy.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg to ensure even distribution of the spices and cocoa.
- Add Dairy and Heat: Pour in the milk, heavy cream, and vanilla extract into the saucepan with the dry ingredients. Warm the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar and cocoa powder are completely dissolved and the mixture is hot but not boiling.
- Mix Coffee and Cocoa Mixture: Remove the saucepan from heat and gradually stir in the cooled brewed coffee until well combined.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the Christmas Coffee Punch into mugs or heatproof glasses. Top each serving with a generous dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle with chocolate shavings or holiday sprinkles for a festive touch.
Notes
- Use freshly brewed coffee and let it cool completely before mixing to ensure a smooth texture.
- Adjust the amount of sugar and cocoa powder to suit your preferred sweetness and chocolate intensity.
- This punch can be served warm or chilled depending on your preference.
- For a festive adult version, consider adding a splash of coffee liqueur or rum.
- To make it dairy-free, substitute milk and cream with almond or oat milk and coconut cream.
