Tis’ the season to be jolly and what better way to get into the holiday spirit than by making creamy Christmas pudding shots for adult guests to enjoy?!
We’ve got the perfect recipe that is sure to bring the Christmas cheer to any holiday party.
With just a few ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a festive dessert shot that everyone will love.
Let’s get started on our peppermint vodka pudding shots.
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If you are not a fan of peppermint, you can easily change out the flavor of vodka and pudding used.
Here are a few popular flavors.
Christmas Pudding Shots Flavor Options
- Peanut Butter Whiskey – try my peanut butter and jelly cocktail
- Rumchata Vanilla
- White Russian Pudding Shots
- Cookies and Cream – works great with cake vodka and chocolate pudding!
Ingredients for Pudding Shots
The ingredients for this recipe are simple and easy to find in your local grocery store, with the exception of the peppermint flavored vodka.
It is available in most liquor stores.
You’ll need the following:
- 1 3oz Box Vanilla Instant Pudding Mix
- 1/2 Cup Milk
- 1 Cup Peppermint Vodka
- 16oz Whipped Cream Topping (thawed) – can make homemade whip topping or use Cool Whip
- Condiment Cups or shot glasses
- Christmas Sprinkles
- Crushed candy canes or peppermint candies (optional)
Kitchen Tools Needed
- Mixing Bowl
- Spoon or Whisk
Step-by-Step Instructions for Pudding Shots
Step 1. Mix the pudding
Start by pouring the dry pudding mix into a bowl or container. Then add the cold milk and whisk until all of the lumps are gone.
Step 2. Add vodka
Next, add the peppermint flavored vodka and stir everything together until it is fully combined. The mixture should be thick but still pourable.
Step 3. Fold in the whipped cream
Slowly fold in the mixed topping.
Step 4. Add to containers
Scoop into the condiment cups leaving a little room for expansion.
Step 5. Refrigerate
Place in the refrigerator to set for at least 4 hours before serving.
Add some festive holiday sprinkles to take the pudding shots to the next level!
That’s all there is to it. A tasty holiday treat for the adults to enjoy.
So, what do you think? Are you ready to try out these peppermint vodka pudding shots?
I love that they are creamy and delicious with just enough kick from the vodka to give them an extra special twist on Christmas classics!
Cheers!
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How to Make Peppermint Vodka Christmas Pudding Shots
These quick and easy Christmas pudding shots are the perfect dessert and shot in one. Great for holiday entertaining!
Ingredients
- 1 3oz Box Vanilla Pudding
- 1/2 Cup Milk
- 1 Cup Peppermint Vodka
- 16oz Whipped Topping (thawed)
- Condiment Cups
- Christmas Sprinkles
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the vodka, milk & pudding mix.
- Slowly fold in the whipped topping.
- Scoop into the condiment cups leaving a little room for expansion.
- Sprinkle with Christmas sprinkles.
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