Refreshing and Fruity Floating Island Punch Recipe

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Refreshing and Fruity Floating Island Punch Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25mins
Recipe by Administrator
Published on September 14, 2023

This Floating Island Punch is a delightful and fruity beverage that will impress your guests. Made with a combination of fruit juices, soda, and floating islands made of meringue, this punch is both refreshing and visually appealing. Perfect for parties and special occasions, this recipe is sure to be a hit. It is quick and easy to prepare, and the meringue islands can be made ahead of time. Serve this delicious punch in a punch bowl and watch it disappear as your guests enjoy this flavorful and fun drink.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups pineapple juice
  • 2 cups orange juice
  • 2 cups cranberry juice
  • 2 cups lemon-lime soda
  • 1 cup sliced strawberries
  • 1 cup sliced oranges
  • 1 cup sliced lemons
  • 1 cup sliced limes
  • 6 egg whites
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. In a large punch bowl, mix together pineapple juice, orange juice, cranberry juice, and lemon-lime soda.
  2. Add the sliced strawberries, oranges, lemons, and limes to the punch bowl, and stir gently.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
  4. Gradually add the sugar, vanilla extract, cream of tartar, and salt to the beaten egg whites.
  5. Continue beating until stiff peaks form.
  6. Using a large spoon, drop spoonfuls of the beaten egg whites onto the surface of the punch, creating floating islands.
  7. Refrigerate the punch for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend together.
  8. Serve the punch chilled, making sure to spoon some of the floating islands into each glass.
  9. Enjoy this refreshing and fruity Floating Island Punch!

Interesting Facts

  • The floating islands in this punch are made of meringue, which is a light and airy dessert made from whipped egg whites and sugar.
  • Meringue is a versatile dessert that can be used in various sweet treats like pies, cookies, and cakes.
  • Adding the floating islands to the punch not only adds a beautiful presentation but also adds a creamy texture to the beverage.
  • To make the meringue islands extra special, you can sprinkle them with colored sugar or edible glitter before placing them in the punch.