Best 6 Yuletide Cranberry Ice Recipes

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Indulge in the festive flavors of the season with our delightful Yuletide Cranberry Ice, a culinary masterpiece that blends the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the refreshing coolness of ice. This delectable treat is perfect for any holiday gathering, adding a touch of elegance and cheer to your dessert table.

Dive into the featured recipes and discover the secrets to crafting this icy delight. From the classic Yuletide Cranberry Ice, adorned with fresh cranberries and a hint of orange zest, to the tantalizing Cranberry Sorbet, bursting with vibrant cranberry flavor, each recipe offers a unique taste experience.

Don't miss the tantalizing Cranberry Granita, a semi-frozen dessert that combines the tanginess of cranberries with the sweetness of sugar and the refreshing touch of lemon juice. And for a creamy indulgence, explore the Cranberry Ice Cream recipe, where the richness of cream and milk blends seamlessly with the vibrant cranberry flavor.

Venture into the realm of Cranberry Sherbet, a delightful frozen dessert with a smooth and velvety texture. Experience the unique Cranberry Fool, a classic English dessert that combines the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the creaminess of whipped cream. And last but not least, relish the Cranberry Jelly, a vibrant and refreshing dessert that captures the essence of the season.

Embark on a culinary journey with our Yuletide Cranberry Ice and discover a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and create lasting memories during this festive season.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRANBERRY ICE



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This traditional Christmas dessert was first made in our family by my grandma. She handed the recipe down to my mother, who then shared it with me and my two sisters. The cold tart treat is a wonderful accompaniment to a traditional turkey dinner. -Carolyn Butterworth, Spirit Lake, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
2 cups water
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
1/2 cup cold water
1/2 cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring cranberries and water to a boil. Cook over medium heat until the berries pop, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat; cool slightly. Press mixture through a sieve or food mill, reserving juice and discarding skins and seeds., In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; set aside. In a saucepan, combine cranberry mixture and sugar; cook and stir until sugar is dissolved and mixture just begins to boil. Remove from the heat. Stir in gelatin mixture, stirring until gelatin is dissolved. Add lemon juice. , Transfer to a shallow 1-qt. freezer container. Cover and freeze until ice begins to form around the edges of container, about 1 hour; stir mixture. Freeze until slushy, stirring occasionally.

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VODKA CRANBERRY PUNCH WITH APPLE CIDER ICE CUBES



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This is dangerously easy and delicious. Not only does it taste sweet and spicy, but just look at it! Those colors! The ruby-red cranberries cover the surface, and the apple cider cubes are the best additions that amp up the flavor.

Provided by Jessica Merchant

Categories     beverage

Time 8h40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups apple cider, or more as needed
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 cups cranberry juice cocktail
1 1/2 cups vodka
1/2 cup orange juice
6 cinnamon sticks
1 cup fresh cranberries

Steps:

  • Fill two ice cube trays with apple cider and freeze 8 hours or overnight. You may need a bit more or less of the cider, depending on the ice cube tray that you use.
  • Meanwhile, heat the sugar, cinnamon and 1/3 cup water in a saucepan over medium heat, whisking the entire time. Cook until the mixture begins to bubble, then remove it from the heat. Allow it cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes.
  • Combine the cranberry juice, vodka, orange juice, cinnamon sticks and the cinnamon simple syrup in a large punch bowl or pitcher. Stir well and refrigerate for a few hours before serving-this will marry the flavors. Before serving, add the apple cider ice cubes and cranberries to the bowl or pitcher.

JINGLE JUICE



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All the festive fruits come together in this giant punch bowl cocktail. With just the right amount of sweet from the pomegranate and cranberry juices, fizz from the prosecco and booze from the gin and orange liqueur, this dump and stir drink will have your guests running back for more.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     beverage

Time 10m

Yield 20 to 24 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups pomegranate juice
6 cups cranberry juice
1 1/2 cups gin
2/3 cup lime juice (from about 6 limes), plus lime slices, for garnish
1/4 cup orange liqueur, such as Grand Marnier
One 750-milliliter bottle prosecco, chilled
2 cups frozen cranberries
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
Fresh mint sprigs, for garnish

Steps:

  • Add the pomegranate juice, cranberry juice, gin, lime juice, orange liqueur, prosecco and ice to a large punch bowl; stir to combine. Add the cranberries, pomegranate seeds and lime slices. Ladle into cups and garnish with mint sprigs.

CRANBERRY ICE CREAM



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"A traditional treat for Christmas and Thanksgiving, this recipe was my great-grandmother's," relates Nona Dumas of Wilmar, Arkansas. "It was serve in a parfait glass along with the meal. We children thought it was really special to be able to eat ice cream before we were through with our vegetables!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 3 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
1/2 cup water
4 cups milk
4 cups sugar
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook cranberries and water over medium heat until berries pop, about 15 minutes. Strain; discard seeds and skins. Cool completely. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat milk to 175°; stir in sugar until dissolved. Cool. Stir in the cream, juices and cranberry mixture., Fill cylinder of ice cream freezer; freeze according to manufacturer's directions. Refrigerate remaining mixture until ready to freeze. Allow to ripen in ice cream freezer or firm up in the refrigerator freezer for 2-4 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 14mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CRANBERRY ICE



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This is a great recipe to use up those cans of cranberry sauce around the holidays. Very simple, two ingredients, and a festive red color. A great dessert to serve for your holiday parties.

Provided by Redneck Epicurean

Categories     Frozen Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 (1 lb) cans jellied cranberry sauce
2 cups carbonated lemon-lime beverage

Steps:

  • Beat cranberry sauce on high speed with electric mixer until smooth, about 5 minutes.
  • Gently stir in lemon-lime soda.
  • Divide mixture to fill 2 ice cube trays. Freeze until firm.
  • Transfer cubes to food processor and mix until frothy.
  • Pour into 1-quart container and cover. Freeze until 30 minutes before serving. Spoon into serving dishes and garnish with mint leaves or whipped topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196, Fat 0.2, Sodium 38.5, Carbohydrate 50.4, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 48.5, Protein 0.3

CRANBERRY ICE



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Provided by Craig Claiborne With Pierre Franey

Categories     ice creams and sorbets, dessert

Time 10m

Yield 7 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups water
2 cups cranberry sauce
2 cups orange juice

Steps:

  • Combine the sugar and water in a saucepan and bring to the boil. Let cook five minutes and remove from the heat. Let cool. Chill.
  • Put the cranberry sauce into the container of a food processor or blender and blend thoroughly. Add the orange juice and the syrup and pour into the container of an electric- or hand-cranked ice-cream freezer. Freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 370, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 95 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 30 milligrams, Sugar 92 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries: Fresh cranberries have a brighter flavor and more nutrients than frozen cranberries.
  • Wash the cranberries thoroughly: This will remove any dirt or debris.
  • Do not overcook the cranberries: Overcooked cranberries will become mushy.
  • Let the cranberry sauce cool completely before serving: This will allow the flavors to develop.
  • Store the cranberry sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks: You can also freeze the cranberry sauce for up to 6 months.
  • Serve the cranberry sauce with your favorite holiday dishes: Cranberry sauce is a classic Thanksgiving and Christmas side dish.

Conclusion:

Yuletide Cranberry Ice is a delicious and festive holiday treat. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are serving it at a holiday party or enjoying it as a special treat at home, Yuletide Cranberry Ice is sure to be a hit.

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