Frosty Tropical Banana Punch
Beat the heat with this Frosty Tropical Banana Punch, a delightful blend of fruity flavors and icy textures. Featuring ripe bananas, refreshing pineapple juice, and zesty lemon, this slushy beverage is perfect for hot summer days. The addition of fizzy Sprite creates a bubbly sensation that makes each sip wonderfully refreshing. Ideal for picnics, pool parties, or any outdoor gathering, just remember to serve it quickly to enjoy its slushy perfection before it melts!
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Servings
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Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
sugar
4 cups (none)
water
6 cups (boil)
pineapple juice
48 ounces (canned)
ripe bananas
5 (mashed)
lemons
3-4 (juiced)
Sprite
4 (2 liter) bottles (none)
Instructions
1
In a saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Bring the mixture to a boil and let it simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow it to cool completely.
2
While the sugar water is cooling, mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth. Stir in the pineapple juice and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
3
Once the sugar water has cooled, mix it with the banana and pineapple mixture until well combined.
4
Pour the mixture into well-rinsed half-gallon milk cartons or an airtight container and place them in the freezer.
5
When you're ready to serve, take one container of the frozen punch and use a potato masher to break it up in a punch bowl until it reaches a slushy consistency.
6
Pour one bottle of Sprite over the slushy punch and gently mix until combined.
7
Serve immediately to preserve the slushiness, ideally distributing it into glasses quickly to avoid melting.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frosty Tropical Banana Punch?
It is a refreshing, slushy non-alcoholic beverage made with bananas, pineapple juice, lemon, and Sprite, perfect for summer gatherings.
How many bananas are required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 5 ripe bananas, which should be mashed until smooth.
What kind of juice is used in the punch?
You will need 48 ounces of canned pineapple juice.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 4 cups of sugar to create the sweet base syrup.
How long should I boil the sugar and water mixture?
The sugar and water mixture should be brought to a boil and allowed to simmer for 5 minutes.
What kind of soda should I use?
The recipe specifies using 4 bottles (2 liters each) of Sprite or a similar lemon-lime fizzy beverage.
How many lemons do I need to juice?
You will need the juice from 3 to 4 lemons.
Can I make this punch ahead of time?
Yes, the base mixture must be prepared and frozen in advance until you are ready to serve it.
What is the best way to store the punch in the freezer?
You can use well-rinsed half-gallon milk cartons or any airtight container for freezing the mixture.
How do I create the slushy consistency?
When ready to serve, use a potato masher to break up the frozen mixture in a punch bowl until it becomes slushy.
When should I add the Sprite?
Pour the Sprite over the slushy punch mixture just before serving to ensure it remains fizzy and cold.
Is this an alcoholic beverage?
No, this is a non-alcoholic fruit punch suitable for all ages.
How much water is needed for the syrup?
The recipe requires 6 cups of water.
What occasions are best for this punch?
It is ideal for picnics, pool parties, outdoor gatherings, and hot summer days.
Why do I need to serve it immediately?
It should be served immediately to preserve the slushy texture and prevent it from melting too quickly.
Do the bananas need to be ripe?
Yes, ripe bananas are preferred as they are easier to mash and provide a sweeter flavor.
Can I use fresh pineapple juice instead of canned?
While the recipe calls for canned, you can use fresh pineapple juice if preferred.
What tool is recommended to break up the frozen block?
A potato masher is the recommended tool for breaking the frozen mixture into a slushy consistency.
Is this punch considered a tropical drink?
Yes, the combination of banana and pineapple gives it a tropical flavor profile.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 6 main ingredients: sugar, water, pineapple juice, bananas, lemons, and Sprite.
What is the preparation for the water?
The water is boiled together with the sugar to create a syrup.
Can I use a different soda like 7-Up?
Yes, any lemon-lime carbonated soda will work as a substitute for Sprite.
Should the sugar water be hot when adding the fruit?
No, the sugar water must be allowed to cool completely before mixing it with the bananas and juice.
How do I prepare the lemons?
The lemons should be freshly squeezed to provide juice for the mixture.
What tags describe this recipe?
Tags include non-alcoholic, punch, refreshing, summer drink, fizzy beverage, fruit punch, slushy, and party drink.
Is this recipe good for large groups?
Yes, given the large quantity of ingredients like 8 liters of Sprite and 48 oz of juice, it is designed for a crowd.
Can I freeze this in a plastic bowl?
Yes, as long as it is an airtight container, any freezer-safe vessel will work.
What is the main texture of this drink?
The texture is icy and slushy with a bubbly finish from the soda.
How many cups of water are used in total?
The recipe uses 6 cups of water.
Do I need to blend the bananas?
The instructions say to mash them in a mixing bowl until smooth, but you could use a blender for an even finer texture.