Banana punch is a tropical delight that combines the sweet and creamy flavors of bananas with the tangy and refreshing taste of citrus fruits. This delicious beverage is perfect for any occasion, from backyard parties to poolside gatherings. With its vibrant yellow color and smooth, velvety texture, banana punch is sure to be a hit with people of all ages.
This article provides three unique recipes for banana punch, each with its own special twist. The first recipe is a classic banana punch that uses fresh bananas, pineapple juice, orange juice, and lemon-lime soda. The second recipe is a non-alcoholic version that uses banana puree, orange juice, pineapple juice, and sparkling water. The third recipe is a boozy banana punch that adds rum and vodka to the mix.
No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy this refreshing and flavorful beverage. So gather your ingredients, invite your friends and family, and get ready to enjoy a delicious banana punch!
BANANA SLUSH PUNCH
This is a favorite recipe of my late mother-in-law's family, used for all celebrations.
Provided by Cheryld
Categories Drinks Recipes Slushie Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 54
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a blender, combine bananas, sugar and 3 cups water. Blend until smooth. Pour into a large bowl and stir in pineapple juice. Blend in orange juice concentrate, lemonade concentrate and 3 cups water. Divide into 3 plastic containers and freeze until solid.
- Remove from freezer 3 to 4 hours before serving. Using one portion at a time, place slush in a punch bowl and pour in 1 liter of ginger ale for each.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.5 calories, Carbohydrate 25.9 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 8.7 mg, Sugar 24 g
BANANA BRUNCH PUNCH
A cold glass of refreshing punch really brightens a brunch. It's nice to serve a crisp beverage like this that's more spectacular than plain juice. With bananas, orange juice and lemonade, it can add tropical flair to a winter day. -Mary Anne McWhirter, Pearland, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 10m
Yield 60-70 servings (10 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a blender, cover and process the bananas, orange juice and lemonade until smooth. Remove half of the mixture and set aside. Add 1-1/2 cups warm water and 1 cup sugar to blender; blend until smooth. , Place in a large freezer container. Repeat with remaining banana mixture, water and sugar; add to container. Cover and freeze until solid. , One hour before serving, remove punch base from freezer. Just before serving, place in a large punch bowl. Add pineapple juice and soda; stir until well blended. Garnish with orange slices if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 68 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 4mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
BANANA PUNCH
This refreshing punch is a favorite of mine to prepare for parties or holidays. My kids love it anytime and I often make this 'just because' it's so good!
Provided by Linemans*wife
Categories Drinks Recipes Punch Recipes Non-Alcoholic Punch Recipes
Time 2h23m
Yield 45
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine water and sugar in a large pot; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until the sugar dissolves, about 3 minutes. Cool in the refrigerator.
- Put 1 banana and about 1 cup pineapple juice in a blender; blend until smooth. Repeat until all bananas are pureed into pineapple juice; stir into the pot with the simple syrup. Add orange juice concentrate and lemonade concentrate to the pot; stir. Divide the mixture into smaller containers and freeze until mostly solid.
- Put frozen mixture into a large punch bowl. Thaw until slushy, but stirrable. Stir lemon-lime carbonated beverage into the punch bowl. Garnish with orange slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.1 calories, Carbohydrate 48.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.7 g, Sodium 26.1 mg, Sugar 46 g
BANANA PINEAPPLE PUNCH
This was served at my daughters baby shower, her MIL made it and it was fantastic! Even great the next day (we took the leftovers home). Easy to make ahead and have in the freezer for unexpected guests.
Provided by Buzymomof3
Categories Lemon
Time 2h30m
Yield 2 gallons, 30 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- On stovetop, heat sugar in water until fully dissolved. Let cool.
- Add the rest of the ingredients except the soda and mix well. Freeze this mixture overnight. Be sure to pour it into something you can get it out of easily while still in frozen state. I use quart or gallon size freezer bags.
- When ready to use - allow mixture to thaw a couple hours prior to serving. Place in punch bowl and add the bottle of soda. Serve and enjoy!
BANANA PUNCH
THIS PUNCH IS VERY REFRESHING ON HOT DAYS AND IS A BIG CROWD PLEASER. I FOUND THIS RECIPE IN ONE OF MY MOMS OLD COOKBOOKS.
Provided by SHELLY COLEMAN
Categories Punch Beverage
Time 23m
Yield 30 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- BRING WATER AND SUGAR TO A BOIL.
- BOIL FOR 3 MINUTES AND LET COOL.
- MAKE FROZEN JUICES ACCORDING TO CAN DIRECTIONS.
- MIX BANANAS AND ALL JUICES TOGETHER, THEN ADD THE SUGAR WATER.
- FREEZE MIXTURE.
- LET THAW 2 OR 3 HOURS BEFORE SERVING.
- JUST BEFORE SERVING, ADD THE 7 UP, SLOWLY.
- SERVE WHILE STILL SLUSHY.
- ENJOY!!
FROZEN BANANA PUNCH
This rich, not-overly-sweet punch makes a lovely change from the same old sherbet/gingerale stuff that shows up at most wedding showers.
Provided by Texas Barby
Categories Punch Beverage
Time 8h15m
Yield 5 qts. of base, 120 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine fruit juice and lemonade in a 1.5-gallon container.
- In small batches in a blender, puree the bananas with water and sugar. Add the banana mash to the fruit juices. I use a stick blender to make sure that all ingredients are well-blended.
- Freeze the base in 5 1-quart containers.
- The day of service, thaw the punch base until it is slushy.
- Add two liters of mixer for every quart of punch base.
- Serving suggestion: Punch cups may be garnished with skewered fruit.
- I think 2 cups of sugar is enough. Add more to adjust to your own taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 70.4, Fat 0.1, Sodium 6.8, Carbohydrate 17.9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 16.7, Protein 0.3
STRAWBERRY BANANA FRUIT PUNCH
Make and share this Strawberry Banana Fruit Punch recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chris from Kansas
Categories Punch Beverage
Time 15m
Yield 25-30 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a punch bowl or large container, combine pineapple juice, orange juice concentrate, lemonade concentrate, 1/2 cup water and sugar.
- Place bananas, strawberries and remaining water in a blender; cover and process until smooth.
- Stir into the juice mixture.
- Cover and refrigerate.
- Just before serving, stir in ginger ale.
BANANA CRUSH PUNCH
It is no secret that I am a die-hard nanner fan. I love nanners any way I can get 'em. However, I think my favorite way to have them is in a flavorful drink. This recipe I got from an ancient cookbook compiled by home ec teachers. Miz Knaus (whoever you are), I salute you!! (Passive time is freeze time - it will vary depending on how firm you freeze it and how far ahead you make it. I would make it the day before serving, so I said 8 hours (overnight).
Provided by Redneck Epicurean
Categories Punch Beverage
Time 8h10m
Yield 25-30 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine the sugar and water in a large pot and bring to a boil. Cool.
- Add the fruit juices and bananas and mix well. Place in a container and freeze.
- When ready to serve, plae the fruit mixture in a punch bowl. Allow to soften slightly. Break into slush.
- Add the soda, raspberries if using, and tint with food coloring if desired.
BANANA SLUSH PUNCH
Make and share this Banana Slush Punch recipe from Food.com.
Provided by cabov
Categories Punch Beverage
Time 8h15m
Yield 20-30 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Boil water and sugar together until clear. Let mixture set until cool.
- Add juice concentrates (and about 2 cups water) to mixture and freeze until slushy.
- When ready to serve, defrost slightly and place in punch bowl.
- Pour ginger ale over top.
- Mix in bananas.
- (I find it easiest to freeze the mixture in a large rectangular tupperware). Also, the 8 hours cooking time listed here is actually 8 hours freezing time.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 343, Fat 0.2, Sodium 32.1, Carbohydrate 87.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 84.8, Protein 0.7
HONEY BANANA PUNCH
Here's a great punch recipe I got from a beekeeper's association. The mix of banana, pineapple and citrus gives it a light sunny flavor. With its pretty honey color, it makes an elegant beverage for weddings and other special events.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 15m
Yield 7-1/2 gallons (30 1-cup servings).
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a blender, combine orange juice concentrate and bananas; cover and process until smooth., Pour into a large bowl; add the pineapple juice, water, honey, sugar and soft drink mix. Stir until sugar is dissolved. Pour into two 2-qt. freezer containers. Cover and freeze until mixture is slushy. , To serve, transfer each portion of fruit slush to a large pitcher. Add 2 liters of soda to each pitcher; stir to blend.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 17mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
BANANA BRUNCH PUNCH
This is my favorite punch recipe, from an issue of Taste of Home magazine. We have enjoyed it on special occasions for the last 8 years because it's so tangy and refreshing just as punch should be. But, I will often freeze half of the punch base separately and keep it in the freezer for a family breakfast or a hot summer day. The first 5 ingredients make 3 quarts of frozen base. The final two ingredients are for serving.
Provided by Tinkerbell
Categories Punch Beverage
Time 4h
Yield 3 quarts, 16-20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a blender or food processor, blend bananas, orange juice and lemonade until smooth.
- Remove half of the mixture and set aside.
- Add 1-1/2 cups of warm water and 1 cup of sugar to remaining mixture in blender; blend until smooth.
- Place in a large freezer container.
- Repeat with remaining banana mixture, water and sugar; add to container.
- Cover and freeze until solid.
- One hour before serving, take punch base out of freezer.
- Just before serving, place in a large punch bowl.
- Add pineapple juice and soda; stir until well blended.
- Garnish with orange slices if desired.
BANANA PARTY PUNCH
Make and share this Banana Party Punch recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Loves2Teach
Categories Punch Beverage
Time 1h10m
Yield 60 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine sugar and water in a saucepan; cook, stirring constantly, until sugar dissolves.
- Cool completely.
- Puree bananas in an electric blender until smooth.
- Combine bananas, dissolved sugar mixture, juices and lemonade in a large freezer container (a plastic 1-gallon milk carton works well).
- To serve, thaw until slushy.
- Pour into a punch bowl; gently stir in 7 UP.
- Serve immediately.
BANANA SMASH PUNCH
My friend, Cloetta and I have served this punch for many years at special occasions. I love the banana-citrus flavor. The base can be made days earlier and and frozen. It is so easy.
Provided by Carols Kitchen
Categories Punch Beverage
Time 20m
Yield 25 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix together and freeze in several small containers.
- Pour 7-up over the frozen mixture and serve as a slush punch.
MANGO, PASSION FRUIT AND BANANA PUNCH
Fresh passion fruit is best for this punch; however, if that's hard to find, frozen purée or bottled nectar may be used instead. Mango purée also may be substituted for fresh mangoes. Saveur Magazine, August/07. Just imagine yourself on the beach with the hot sand, the wind blowing in your hair and not a care in the world.
Provided by Manami
Categories Punch Beverage
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Peel ripe mangoes and remove flesh from flat, oval seeds with a sharp knife.
- Cut flesh into cubes and transfer to a blender.
- Add passion-fruit purée or nectar, bananas and rum to blender and blend to a chunky purée, about 30 seconds.
- Pour into four 12-oz. glasses.
- Garnish each with an orange slice or lime slice or kiwifruit or sugar cane, if you like.
BANANA BRUNCH PUNCH RECIPE - (4.8/5)
Provided by á-4099
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a blender or food processor, cover and process the bananas, orange juice and lemonade until smooth. Remove half of the mixture and set aside. Add 1-1/2 cups warm water and 1 cup sugar to blender; blend until smooth. Place in a large freezer container. Repeat with remaining banana mixture, water and sugar; add to container. Cover and freeze until solid. One hour before serving, remove punch base from freezer. Just before serving, place in a large punch bowl. Add pineapple juice and soda; stir until well blended. Garnish with orange slices if desired. Yield: 60-70 servings (10 quarts).
RUM PUNCH PAINKILLER AND BANANA BENDER
My husband and I went on the Sea Blaster snorkling tour in St. Thomas during our honeymoon - this is their special concoction that had us buzzed by the time we got back to our cruise ship. So yummy that we only stopped drinking when our bellies were sloshing with rum goodness!
Provided by muncheechee
Categories Punch Beverage
Time 1m
Yield 1 drink, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Mix and enjoy!
- Alternate Version: Use banana flavored rum for a Banana Bender.
BANANA PUNCH
Super good punch! Could be a dessert all by itself! This recipe makes a lot of punch.
Provided by Leah Robertson
Categories Punches
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Bring to boil sugar and water, then simmer for 3 minutes. Let cool.
- 2. Add the rest of the ingredients and mix well.
- 3. Divide into 3 portions and freeze in 1/2 gallon or so containers.
- 4. Thaw 2 hours before needed to serve. Add a 2 liter bottle of Ginger Ale just before serving.
BANANA PUNCH
Steps:
- Boil sugar and water for three minutes. Cool. Add all of the ingredients except for ginger ale. Freeze until ready to use. Place frozen punch into punch bowl and add ginger ale. Stir until slushy.
BANANA PUNCH
Absolutely wonderful punch with a tropical flair. Great for birthday parties, barbecues, any celebration.
Provided by Anita Hoffman
Categories Punches
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. In a blender, blend bananas, orange juice and lemonade until smooth. Remove half of the mixture and set aside. Add 1 1/2 cups water and 1 cup of sugar to mixture in blender; blend until smooth.
- 2. Place in a large freezer container. Repeat with remaining banana mixture, water and sugar; add to container.
- 3. Cover and freeze until solid. One hour before serving, take punch base out of freezer. Just before serving, place in a large punch bowl. Add pineapple juice and soda; stir until well blended. Garnish with orange slices, if desired.
Tips:
- Choose ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your punch will be.
- Use a variety of juices: Feel free to mix and match different fruit juices to create a unique flavor profile. Some popular options include orange juice, apple juice, pineapple juice, and cranberry juice.
- Add some fizz: To make your punch extra refreshing, add some sparkling water or ginger ale. You can also use a flavored seltzer water for a fun twist.
- Garnish with fresh fruit: Sliced bananas, strawberries, oranges, and limes are all great options for garnishing your punch. You can also add a sprig of mint for an extra touch of freshness.
- Serve chilled: Banana punch is best served chilled. Be sure to let it chill for at least an hour before serving, or even overnight for the best flavor.
Conclusion:
Banana punch is a delicious and refreshing drink that is perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and fruity flavor, it is sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you are looking for a fun and easy drink to make, give banana punch a try. You won't be disappointed!
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