With only three ingredients, this easy sherbet punch is cool, refreshing, and perfect for parties! The combo of fruity sherbet, tangy pineapple, and bubbly soda is like drinking dessert.
Plus, the punch’s colorful appearance is fun and festive.
It’s a vintage recipe that features the creamy sweetness of rainbow sherbet. Pineapple juice adds a nice tropical flavor, and lemon-lime soda brings the fizz.
This punch is a real hit with everyone, no matter their age!
Why You’ll Love This Sherbet Punch
Party Pleaser: This punch is eye-catching, flavorful, and fun. It’s also alcohol-free, so the kids can enjoy it alongside the adults. Everyone will love its fruity flavors and creamy texture.
Effortless Entertaining: With only three required ingredients and minimal prep, you’ll spend a lot less time in the kitchen. (And a lot more time enjoying your party!)
Nostalgic Charm: This classic punch recipe evokes fond memories of childhood celebrations and family get-togethers.
Customizable: Easily adapt the recipe to suit your tastes. Experiment with different sherbet flavors, fruit juices, or garnishes to make each batch unique.
Ingredients
- Rainbow Sherbet: The colorful star of the show! Slightly softened scoops make the punch creamy and fun.
- Pineapple Juice: A tropical splash of sweet, tangy flavor. It adds a sunny brightness to every sip.
- Lemon-Lime Soda: Use chilled Sprite or 7-Up. This bubbly, citrusy, sweet soda is responsible for the fizz and brings this punch to life.
- Optional Garnishes: Jazz the bowl up with fresh pineapple slices and raspberries. They’re the perfect toppers for a pop of color.
How to Make Sherbet Punch
Follow these quick and easy steps to make sherbet punch:
1. Scoop the sherbet. Scoop the sherbet into a large punch bowl. Scooping it while still mostly frozen will help it keep its shape and melt more slowly.
2. Add the juice. Pour the chilled pineapple juice over the scoops of sherbet.
3. Add the soda. Slowly pour the chilled lemon-lime soda down the side of the bowl to retain carbonation. Then, stir gently to combine.
4. Garnish and serve. If using garnishes, add them at this time. Then, serve the sherbet immediately. Enjoy!
Tips for the Best Sherbet Punch
Making sherbet punch is super simple. And the process is even easier with these tips:
- Chill everything! Ensure the pineapple juice and lemon-lime soda are well chilled. Also, keep the sherbet mostly frozen. It helps to chill the bowl you plan to use, too.
- Be precise. The big mistake many people make with this recipe is just dumping the sherbet into the bowl all at once. Instead, use an ice cream scoop to form balls that float in the punch. They’ll melt more slowly and look nicer.
- Be careful! When pouring the soda, do so slowly and carefully. Pour it gently down the side of the punch bowl to keep it as carbonated and fizzy as possible.
- Try fun variations. Try different sherbet flavors (orange, lime, or raspberry), or use ginger ale instead of lemon-lime soda. Experiment with different juices, too. If you’re hosting an adults-only party, you can also add your favorite alcohol. Rum and Champagne pair nicely with the flavors.
Sherbet Punch
12
servings5
minutes307
kcalThis sherbet punch will be the hit of any party! All you need is rainbow sherbet, pineapple juice, and lemon-lime soda to create this tasty treat.
Ingredients
Ingredients
1/2 gallon rainbow sherbet, slightly softened
1 (64-ounce) bottle chilled pineapple juice
1 (2-liter) bottle chilled lemon-lime soda
fresh pineapple slices and raspberries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Scoop the slightly softened sherbet into a large punch bowl. Scooping it while still mostly frozen will help it keep its shape and melt more slowly in the punch.
- Pour the chilled pineapple juice over the scoops of sherbet in the punch bowl.
- Slowly pour in the chilled lemon-lime soda. Pour down the side of the bowl to retain more carbonation. Gently stir to combine.
- If desired, garnish the punch with fresh pineapple slices and raspberries.
- Serve the sherbet punch immediately in cups or glasses while the sherbet is still slightly frozen and the punch is nicely chilled. Enjoy!
