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Frozen Snowball Punch: A Magical Winter Wonderland in a Glass

A frosty, citrusy, coconut-forward frozen punch that's perfect for holiday gatherings, combining pineapple, coconut rum, and lemon-lime soda for a refreshing snow-like drink.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Beverages, Cocktail, Dessert
Cuisine: Holiday, Tropical
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 6 cups frozen pineapple chunks
  • 3 cups crushed ice
  • 2 cups coconut cream or full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 cups pineapple juice
  • 2 cups lemon-lime soda, chilled
  • 1.5 cups coconut rum optional - adjust to taste
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar or simple syrup optional, to taste
  • 1 each Juice of 1 lime
For Garnish
  • Toasted coconut flakes
  • Lime wheels
  • Fresh mint sprigs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Measure and slightly thaw the frozen pineapple chunks for 3 to 5 minutes to ensure even blending.
Combine the Frozen Base
  1. In a high-powered blender, add the frozen pineapple, crushed ice, coconut cream, pineapple juice, lime juice, and sugar. Blend on high until smooth and slushy.
Adjust Consistency
  1. Pour a small amount into a glass. If it is too thick to ladle, add 1/4 cup of chilled lemon-lime soda or pineapple juice and pulse until combined. If too thin, add a handful of crushed ice and pulse.
Add the Bubbly and Booze
  1. Transfer the blended base to a chilled punch bowl. Gently stir in the lemon-lime soda and coconut rum, if using.
Garnish and Present
  1. Float lime wheels and mint sprigs on top, and sprinkle with toasted coconut flakes. For individual servings, rim the glasses with coconut flakes.
Serving
  1. Use a ladle to fill glasses and top with extra soda if desired for added fizz.
Quick Refreshers During the Party
  1. Keep extra crushed ice and chilled soda on the side. Add scoops of fresh crushed ice and a splash of soda as needed to revive the slushiness.

Notes

You can prepare the blended base up to 24 hours ahead and keep it in the freezer in an airtight container. Thaw slightly and re-blend before adding soda.