Hot Spiced Fruit Punch

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Hot Spiced Fruit Punch
45 min.
8
87kcal

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Looking for a warm, cozy beverage that's not only delicious but also aligns with your dietary preferences? Look no further! This Hot Spiced Fruit Punch is the perfect blend of sweet and spicy, designed to satisfy your taste buds while accommodating vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets. With a delightful balance of dried apricots, cinnamon, and lemon rind, this punch packs a flavorful punch that's sure to warm you up on chilly days.

Crafted to be both versatile and inviting, this recipe calls for a blend of orange-strawberry-banana juice and cranberry-raspberry drink, enriching it with a vibrant fruity taste. The addition of sweetened dried cranberries (Craisins) and orange-and-spice tea bags introduces a delightful depth of flavor, making every sip a comforting experience. And for those who appreciate a hint of warmth in their beverages, whole allspice and a cinnamon stick in each serving add just the right amount of spice to keep you cozy.

Best of all, this recipe is remarkably easy to whip up. In just 45 minutes, you can enjoy a serving of this delectable drink, perfect for sharing with friends and family. With only 87 calories per serving, it's a guilt-free indulgence that won't weigh you down. So, gather your ingredients, and let's get started on a beverage that promises to be as comforting as it is delicious.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup apricot dried diced
  • stick cinnamon (3-inch)
  • strips lemon zest (3 x 3/4-inch)
  • cups orange juice 
  • cups cranberries 
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • 0.3 cup cranberries dried sweetened (such as Craisins)
  •  ginger tea bags 
  • teaspoon allspice whole

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Combine first 6 ingredients in a large saucepan; cook mixture 30 minutes over medium-low heat.
  2. Remove from heat; let stand 30 minutes. Strain mixture; discard solids. Return juice mixture to pan; stir in cranberries, apricots, and sugar. Cook over medium-low heat 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Pour into mugs; serve with a cinnamon stick, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories87kcal
Protein3.7%
Fat3.06%
Carbs93.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.56
Glycemic Load
8.08
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
5.6652173542458%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
23.24mg
Delphinidin
3.84mg
Malvidin
0.22mg
Pelargonidin
0.16mg
Peonidin
24.58mg
Catechin
0.19mg
Epigallocatechin
0.37mg
Epicatechin
2.18mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.49mg
Eriodictyol
0.11mg
Hesperetin
7.41mg
Naringenin
1.33mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
3.44mg
Quercetin
7.75mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:86.9kcal
4.35%
Fat:0.32g
0.49%
Saturated Fat:0.04g
0.25%
Carbohydrates:22.01g
7.34%
Net Carbohydrates:19.16g
6.97%
Sugar:15.29g
16.99%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:2.8mg
0.12%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.87g
1.75%
Vitamin C:39.11mg
47.41%
Manganese:0.3mg
15.15%
Fiber:2.85g
11.41%
Vitamin E:0.95mg
6.35%
Potassium:222.36mg
6.35%
Vitamin A:305.34IU
6.11%
Folate:19.84µg
4.96%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.27%
Copper:0.08mg
3.86%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.18%
Magnesium:12.46mg
3.11%
Vitamin B5:0.3mg
2.98%
Vitamin K:3.11µg
2.96%
Iron:0.45mg
2.49%
Calcium:22.72mg
2.27%
Vitamin B3:0.45mg
2.25%
Phosphorus:20.28mg
2.03%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
2.02%
Source:My Recipes