Daffodil Frappe Punch

Ingredients

  • 6 cups water
  • 3 cups sugar
  • 1 (3-ounce) package lemon gelatin
  • Juice of 3 lemons
  • Juice of 3 oranges
  • 1-1/2 cups pineapple juice
  • 3 bananas, blended until smooth
  • 1 (2-liter) bottle ginger ale, chilled
  • 12 daffodils, for garnish

Looking for a light, bright, and beautiful spring drink to serve at baby showers, Easter brunch, or a garden party? This Daffodil Frappe Punch combines citrus juices, pineapple, blended bananas, and ginger ale for a light and frothy treat. The secret? Frozen fruit punch cubes made with lemon gelatin and fresh juices that slowly melt into a slushy perfection. Top it off with a daffodil straw, and it’s truly a showstopper.

Cooking Steps

  • 1
    In a saucepan, heat the water and sugar together until the sugar dissolves.
  • 2
    Stir in the lemon gelatin until completely dissolved. Let cool.
  • 3
    Once cooled, add lemon, orange, and pineapple juices.
  • 4
    Pour the mixture into ice cube trays and freeze. Once frozen, transfer cubes into a freezer bag for easy storage.
  • 5
    One hour before serving, place frozen cubes in a drink pitcher to thaw into a slushy texture.
  • 6
    Right before serving, stir in the blended bananas.
  • 7
    Fill each tumbler halfway with the fruit slush mixture, then top off with ginger ale. Stir gently.
  • 8
    For a beautiful garnish, trim daffodil stems to 2–3 inches, wash thoroughly, and slip a stem into each straw so the flower sits at the top. Insert one flower-straw into each glass.
  • 9
    Serves 12.

Why You’ll Love It:

  • 1
    ✔ Elegant and festive for spring gatherings
  • 2
    ✔ A fresh, frothy texture thanks to bananas and gelatin
  • 3
    ✔ Kid-friendly and naturally sweet
  • 4
    ✔ Can be made ahead and frozen for convenience
  • 5
    ✔ Garnish with real flowers for a stunning table centerpiece

Tips & Variations:

  • 1
    Food Safety Note: Daffodils are not edible. Be sure the stem is secured inside the straw and does not touch the drink.
  • 2
    Frozen Magic: Make the punch base days in advance and store in the freezer to save prep time.
  • 3
    Flavor Twist: Substitute lime gelatin or add a splash of passion fruit juice for a more tropical flavor.
  • 4
    Fruit-Free Option: Skip the bananas if you prefer a clearer punch without froth.

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