Ponche Navideño (Mexican Christmas Fruit Punch)
- 🍏 2 green apples, cored and sliced
- 🍐 2 pears, cored and sliced
- 🍍 1 cup fresh pineapple, peeled and cubed
- 🍊 2 oranges, sliced
- 🍌 1 banana, sliced
- 🍒 1 cup pitted prunes
- 🍇 1 cup raisins
- 🍂 1 cup dried hibiscus flowers (jamaica)
- 🌰 1 cup chopped pecans or almonds
- 🌿 2 cinnamon sticks
- 🧂 4 cloves
- 🍬 1 piloncillo cone (or 1 cup dark brown sugar)
- 💧 10 cups water
- 🍷 1 cup rum or brandy
Ponche Navideño is a traditional Mexican hot fruit punch enjoyed during the holiday season, especially during Las Posadas. This warm and aromatic beverage combines a variety of fruits and spices, creating a festive and comforting drink.
Ingredients
🍏 2 green apples, cored and sliced
🍐 2 pears, cored and sliced
🍍 1 cup fresh pineapple, peeled and cubed
🍊 2 oranges, sliced
🍌 1 banana, sliced
🍒 1 cup pitted prunes
🍇 1 cup raisins
🍂 1 cup dried hibiscus flowers (jamaica)
🌰 1 cup chopped pecans or almonds
🌿 2 cinnamon sticks
🧂 4 cloves
🍬 1 piloncillo cone (or 1 cup dark brown sugar)
💧 10 cups water
🍷 1 cup rum or brandy (optional)
Equipment
• Large pot
• Wooden spoon
• Ladle
• Knife and cutting board
• Strainer (optional)
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
1 hour
Calories & Macros (per serving)
Note: Nutritional values are approximate and can vary based on specific ingredients and serving sizes.
• Calories: 150
• Protein: 2g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Fat: 1g
Instructions
1. Prepare the Fruits and Nuts
o Wash and slice the apples, pears, pineapple, oranges, and banana.
o Chop the pecans or almonds.
2. Combine Ingredients in a Pot
o In a large pot, add the water, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and piloncillo (or brown sugar).
o Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the piloncillo dissolves.
3. Add Fruits and Nuts
o Add the sliced apples, pears, pineapple, oranges, banana, prunes, raisins, dried hibiscus flowers, and chopped nuts to the pot.
o Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld.
4. Optional: Add Alcohol
o If desired, stir in the rum or brandy during the last 10 minutes of simmering.
5. Serve
o Remove from heat.
o Ladle the ponche into mugs, ensuring each serving includes pieces of fruit.
o Serve warm.
Cooking and Serving Tips
• Variations: Feel free to add other fruits like guavas or tejocotes (Mexican hawthorn) if available.
• Serving Suggestions: Enjoy during festive gatherings or as a warming beverage on cold evenings.
• Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop before serving.
Enjoy your festive Ponche Navideño! 🍎🍐
NoWayJoseCuisine
Ponche Navideño (Mexican Christmas Fruit Punch)
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