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Cozy Apple Cider Sangria: Easy Kid-Friendly Party Punch

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A beautiful, kid-friendly punch made with apple juice, cinnamon sticks, and fresh fruit. This easy, no-cook recipe comes together in 10 minutes and is perfect for parties, playdates, or any fall gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups apple juice or apple cider
  • 2 cups sparkling water or lemon-lime soda
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 1 medium apple, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium orange, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup frozen raspberries or fresh cranberries
  • 1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • Fresh mint sprigs (for garnish, optional)
  • Star anise (optional)
  • Pomegranate seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash and slice the apple and orange into thin rounds or half-moons, about ¼ inch thick. Leave the skin on the apple.
  2. Place the cinnamon sticks at the bottom of a large glass pitcher.
  3. Gently add the apple slices, orange slices, and frozen raspberries (or cranberries) to the pitcher.
  4. Slowly pour the apple juice over the fruit and cinnamon sticks. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 2-3 hours or overnight, to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Just before serving, slowly pour in the sparkling water and stir gently.
  7. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed by stirring in honey or maple syrup.
  8. Serve over ice, making sure each glass gets some fruit and a cinnamon stick for garnish.
  9. Optionally, garnish with fresh mint sprigs or pomegranate seeds.

Notes

For best flavor, make the base (without sparkling water) up to 24 hours in advance. Add sparkling water just before serving to keep it fizzy. Leftover punch can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; the fruit will continue to infuse the juice. If punch loses its fizz, strain out the fruit and heat the juice for a warm mock mulled cider. Use frozen raspberries for better color and texture. Avoid ground cinnamon as it will sink and create a gritty texture.

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Keywords: apple cider sangria, kid-friendly punch, party punch, fall punch, non-alcoholic sangria, apple juice punch, cinnamon punch

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