While the grownups are sipping eggnog, the little ones need a fun drink to celebrate the holidays as well! That's where this Children's Christmas Punch Recipe comes in!
Made with rainbow sherbet, two flavors of soda and fun toppings like whipped cream and gumdrops, this is an easy non-alcoholic drink that will look festive in a punch bowl for all your holiday celebrations.
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Recipe at a Glance
Prep: 5 min | Cook/Bake: 0 min | Difficulty: Easy
What it is: A festive holiday punch made with Cherry 7Up, Sprite, and scoops of rainbow sherbet, finished with colorful gumdrops for a fun, frothy drink everyone will love.
Why you’ll love it: Quick to make, bright and kid-friendly, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any holiday celebration.
How to make it: Chill the sodas ahead of time, then pour them into a large punch bowl. Add scoops of rainbow sherbet just before serving and garnish with gumdrops for a colorful touch.
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This punch is not only delicious, it's fun to look at!
You'll love the different colors from the sherbet and how they make the punch look festive, while the whipped cream and gumdrops make it look like a party in a glass.
Looking for more Christmas Breakfast Recipes kids will love? Try my Magical Christmas Breakfast charcuterie board and my Christmas Tree Cinnamon Rolls. Yum!
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Main Ingredients Needed
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Substitutions and Variations
Sherbet Swaps: Replace the rainbow sherbet with a single flavor like lime (for a bright green twist), orange (for a classic hue), or raspberry (for a vibrant red), or mix any two for a unique blend.
Ice cream: Not a fan of sherbet? Try vanilla ice cream like I do with my Halloween Punch for Kids.
Soda Alternatives: Instead of the combination of Cherry 7Up and Sprite, try lemon-lime soda plus ginger ale, or use sparkling water for a lighter, less sweet version.
Toppings Twist: When not using gumdrops, consider festive alternatives like mini marshmallows, red-and-green sprinkles, or even sugared cranberries—just make sure they’re age-appropriate for younger guests to avoid choking hazards.
Step-by-Step Instructions
This section includes step-by-step photos and instructions to guide you through the recipe. For the complete printable version, scroll down to the recipe card below.
Step 1: Add scoops of rainbow sherbet to a punch bowl.
Step 2: Pour in the Sprite and Cherry 7up.
Step 3: Add in some gumdrop candies.
Step 4: To serve, pour the punch into a cup and top with whipped topping and extra gumdrops.
Insider Tips from My Kitchen to Yours
✔️ DO scoop the sherbet right before serving so the punch stays frothy and festive.
❌ DO NOT add too much ice—melted ice will water down the flavors and fizz.
Storage & Serving Tips
Serving Tips: Garnish with gumdrops, sprinkles, or even sugared cranberries for a festive finish. Scoop sherbet just before serving for the frothiest punch.
Refrigerate: Best enjoyed right after mixing. If needed, cover and refrigerate leftovers for up to 24 hours, but expect the soda to lose fizz.
Freezer: Freezing is not recommended as the carbonation and sherbet texture will not hold up.
Recipe FAQ's
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You can swap sherbet for sorbet in your punch! You'll get a fun, icy twist with a wider range of flavors to explore, just remember it might not be as creamy and you may need to adjust the sweetness.
The pink in rainbow sherbet is typically raspberry flavored!
Sometimes it might be strawberry or another berry flavor, but raspberry is the classic choice.
More Beverage Recipes You'll Love!
Check out my other recipe for Non Alcoholic Christmas Drink. Or you might like this recipe for Christmas Punch.
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📖 Recipe Card
Children's Christmas Punch Recipe
Ingredients
- 12 scoops rainbow sherbet
- 4 cups Cherry 7Up Soda
- 3 cups Sprite Soda
- Whipped Cream topping
- Gumdrops topping
Method
- In a punch bowl, combine chilled 7Up, Sprite, and scoops of sherbet.
- Ladle into cups and top with whipped cream and gumdrops.
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