1/2cupRed Hots cinnamon candiescan use any brand of cinnamon candies such as cinnamon imperials, Atomic Fireballs, or Hot Tamales.
3cinnamon sticks
Optional for serving
pineapple slicesfor garnish
fresh cranberriesfor garnish
Instructions
Pour the pineapple juice and cranberry juice into your slow cooker slow cooker. Stir to combine.
Add the Red Hots and cinnamon sticks. Cover and cook on low for 3 to 4 hours or on high for 2 hours, or until hot and the candies are melted.
Remove the cinnamon sticks and stir well.
Garnish with pineapple rings and fresh cranberries if desired.
Notes
Are Red Hots Candies Spicy?Yes, Red Hots are hot candies; it's a different kind of heat than a hot pepper since they are made from artificial ingredients and are sweet.Can I make cinnamon cider or punch without candies?If you want a more natural flavored cider or punch, use one teaspoon of ground cinnamon instead of the red hots. You'll have a more classic cider or punch.How can I prevent my cider from being too spicy (for those who don't like too much heat)?You can cut the amount of red hot candies in half for a tamer punch. You can always add more later, for they will melt quickly once the punch has come to temperature.My punch is too spicy how can I tone it down?Add additional pineapple or cranberry juice if you have it. If you do not have either, add some water.Variations
Red Hot Cider - Substitute the cranberry juice and the pineapple for all apple cider or juice.
Red Hot Raspberry Punch - Use cranberry raspberry juice in this recipe and garnish with fresh raspberries.
Spiked Red Hot Punch - Serve the punch with Fireball Whiskey or plain vodka for a boozy kick.