If you’re looking for a fun, festive, and downright delicious drink to wow your guests this season, you absolutely have to try my Halloween Lime Sherbet Punch Recipe. Seriously, it’s a crowd-pleaser every single time — vibrant green, super refreshing, and with that magical sherbet float that’s both creamy and fizzy. Stick around, and I’ll walk you through all my tips and tricks so your punch turns out perfect and hauntingly good!

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Why This Recipe Works

Perfect Balance of Flavors: The tart lime sherbet blends beautifully with the sweet pineapple juice and fruity Hawaiian Punch for a refreshing taste.
Eye-Catching Presentation: The bright green punch topped with floating sherbet and gummy worms delivers the ultimate Halloween vibe.
Easy to Make: No complicated steps or ingredients, just mix and scoot the sherbet on top.
Kid and Adult Friendly: Non-alcoholic but easily customizable for grown-ups, making it perfect for any party.

A clear glass bowl on a white marbled surface holds a bright light green, foamy mix with many pieces of candy eyeballs and gummy worms floating on top. Around the bowl, there is a white container filled with matching green ice cream that has a silver ice cream scoop with a black handle resting inside. Nearby, two small white bowls contain candy eyeballs and colorful gummy worms. The scene has a black and white striped cloth under the bowl for contrast. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients & Why They Work

This Halloween Lime Sherbet Punch Recipe hinges on a few key ingredients that play off each other like best friends — tangy, sweet, and bubbly. Plus, I’ve got some simple tips to help you pick the perfect items for your punch.

Green berry blast Hawaiian Punch: This is the base of your punch and brings a bright, fruity flavor and a gorgeous green hue perfect for Halloween.
Sprite: Adds effervescent sparkle and subtle citrus notes that lighten the sweetness and complement the lime sherbet beautifully.
Pineapple juice: Adds tropical brightness and a touch of natural sweetness to balance the punch.
Lime green sherbet: The star of the show! It cools the punch, creates a creamy texture, and the lime flavor ties everything together.
Gummy worms and eyeballs: Must-have garnishes for the spooky factor — plus, they float and make the punch bowl look festive and fun.

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Note: You’ll find the complete list of ingredients, along with their exact measurements, in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Tweak to Your Taste

One of the things I love most about this Halloween Lime Sherbet Punch Recipe is how easy it is to customize. Over the years, I’ve played around with a few tweaks, so don’t hesitate to make it your own!

Variation: I once swapped pineapple juice for orange juice — it was sunny and delicious but less tropical, so stick with pineapple for that classic punch vibe.
Dietary Modifications: Use a sugar-free soda and sherbet to lighten it up, and it still tastes fantastic without all the sugar.
Alcohol Twist: For adult parties, adding a splash of rum or vodka on each serving takes it to the next level.

Step-by-Step: How I Make Halloween Lime Sherbet Punch Recipe

Step 1: Mix the Base Liquids

Grab a large punch bowl and pour in your chilled green berry blast Hawaiian Punch, chilled Sprite, and the pineapple juice. Stir gently but thoroughly — you want all those fruity flavors to mingle while keeping the bubbles intact. I always make sure my sodas and punch are nicely chilled beforehand to keep the punch perfectly cool without diluting it with ice.

Step 2: Add the Lime Sherbet Float

Using an ice cream scooper, gently place scoops of lime sherbet right on top of the punch mixture. Some of the sherbet will start melting and blend into the punch, giving it that creamy texture, but enough of it should float and create that Halloween lime-green fog effect. I like to scoop out medium to large portions so the sherbet holds up longer and gives the gummy worms something to rest on.

Step 3: Garnish and Serve

Finally, arrange your gummy worms and gummy eyeballs on top of the sherbet scoops. They look super festive sprawled across the lime-green sherbet and punch. If you serve it right away, it’s a showstopper. Just a heads-up: as the sherbet melts, the gummies might sink — so try to place them on the sherbet chunks to keep them afloat longer.

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Pro Tips for Making Halloween Lime Sherbet Punch Recipe

Chill All Ingredients Ahead: This keeps your punch cold without ice, which can water it down and clash with the sherbet texture.
Drain Pineapple Juice Carefully: Open the can just enough to drain juice without losing the chunks — they add extra tropical flair if you want to toss some in.
Use a Large Punch Bowl: More surface area helps the sherbet float nicely and makes scooping easier during serving.
Add Gummies Last and Lightly: To keep them looking fresh longer, place them gently on sherbet scoops instead of dropping them directly in the punch.

How to Serve Halloween Lime Sherbet Punch Recipe

A large clear bowl filled with a bright green jelly base forms the bottom layer, topped by a fluffy, light green ice cream layer mixed with colorful gummy worms and candy eyeballs scattered across the surface and slightly sinking into the ice cream. Around the bowl, a few candy eyeballs and gummy worms sit on a white marbled surface, with two small clear cups behind the bowl also filled with the same green frozen treat and decorated with candy eyeballs, one held by a woman's hand. The background shows a white tiled wall and a white and black striped cloth. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Garnishes

I love using classic gummy worms and gummy eyeballs for that fun Halloween theme, but if I’m feeling extra festive, I’ll add green sugar crystals around the rim of the glasses or thin slices of lime for a bright, fresh pop. The gummies not only look adorable but also make for great conversation starters!

Side Dishes

This punch pairs beautifully with light snacks—think mini sandwiches, popcorn with a spicy seasoning, or cute Halloween-themed cookies. Whenever I serve this punch, I also like to have some salty nibbles on hand; the sweet punch contrasts wonderfully with the saltiness.

Creative Ways to Present

One year, I froze gummy eyeballs inside ice cubes and floated them alongside the sherbet for spooky surprise bites as they melted. Another fun trick is layering the punch in a clear dispenser with sherbet scoops just before serving—guests loved watching the sherbet slowly melt into the colorful drink. Presentation can really amp up the party atmosphere!

Make Ahead and Storage

Storing Leftovers

If you’ve got any punch left (lucky you!), store it covered in the fridge. Keep in mind the carbonation from the Sprite will fade over time, but the flavor remains delightful. Just before serving again, I often pour in a splash of fresh soda to bring back that fizzy sparkle.

Freezing

I don’t recommend freezing the entire punch with sherbet because it changes texture when thawed. However, if you want to save some sherbet scoops for later, pop them in a sealed container in the freezer—just don’t let them refreeze once mixed into the punch.

Reheating

This punch is best served cold, so reheating isn’t really applicable. If leftovers have lost their fizz, just add fresh soda and stir gently. You can also add a small fresh scoop of sherbet when you serve again to revive the creamy float effect.

FAQs

Can I make the Halloween Lime Sherbet Punch Recipe ahead of time?

Absolutely! You can mix all the liquid ingredients the day before and store them in the fridge. Just add the lime sherbet scoops and gummy garnishes right before serving to keep everything fresh and visually appealing.
What if I can’t find lime sherbet?

If lime sherbet isn’t available, you can substitute with lime sorbet or even lime-flavored ice cream, though the texture may vary slightly. Just keep in mind the punch’s signature creamy float comes from sherbet’s texture.
Can I make this punch alcoholic?

Definitely! Add a splash of light rum, vodka, or even tequila to each glass after scooping the sherbet in for a spooky adult twist. Just be sure to tell your guests if you go this route.
How do I keep the gummy worms from sinking too fast?

Place them on larger scoops of sherbet rather than directly on the punch’s surface. The sherbet provides a nice “raft” for the gummies to rest on and slows down sinking as the sherbet melts.

Final Thoughts

This Halloween Lime Sherbet Punch Recipe has been one of my go-to festive treats for years. There’s just something so joyful about watching friends savor it—the fizzy bubbles, the creamy sherbet dollops, and of course those playful gummies. It’s effortless to make, easy to personalize, and fits perfectly into every Halloween celebration. I hope you love making it as much as I do—it’s like a little party magic in a bowl!

Halloween Lime Sherbet Punch Recipe

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Author: Amanda
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 12 servings
Category: Beverage
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

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Description

This Halloween Lime Sherbet Punch is a festive, refreshing drink perfect for parties. Combining green berry blast Hawaiian Punch, Sprite, pineapple juice, and creamy lime sherbet, it’s topped with gummy worms and eyeballs for a spooky, fun presentation. It’s easy to make and serves as a delightful sweet beverage for Halloween celebrations.

Ingredients

Liquid Ingredients

1 gallon green berry blast Hawaiian Punch, chilled
2 liter bottle of Sprite, chilled
20 ounce juice from pineapple chunks or slices

Sherbet

48 ounces (½ to 1 container) of lime green sherbet

Garnish

Gummy worms
Gummy eyeballs

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Instructions

Combine the liquids: In a large punch bowl, pour in the green berry blast Hawaiian Punch, chilled Sprite, and pineapple juice. Stir gently to mix the liquids together.
Add the sherbet: Use an ice cream scooper to scoop the lime green sherbet onto the surface of the punch. The sherbet will float on top while some will begin to break down and melt into the drink, creating a creamy texture.
Garnish and serve: Arrange gummy worms and gummy eyeballs on top of the sherbet for a spooky effect. Serve the punch immediately for the best experience.

Notes

Store any leftover punch in the fridge. Although the carbonation will diminish, the flavor remains delicious. To bring back fizz, add a little more soda before serving.
When draining pineapple juice, open the can just enough to pour the juice out without losing the pineapple pieces.
Do not serve this punch with ice, as the sherbet provides sufficient cooling and ice does not blend well with it.
Place gummy worms and eyeballs on larger chunks of sherbet to help them float longer and look more appealing.
Add green food coloring if you want a more intense lime color in the punch.