How do you eat a pudding shot?

This peppermint espresso martini pudding shot has a slightly pourable texture, so you can pour it right into your mouth. Alternatively, serve these with small spoons to contain the mess!

Why didn't my pudding shots set?

It may have to do with the pudding mix you used, or the proof of your vodka. If they're a bit too liquidy, just whisk in more of the whipped cream.

Peppermint Espresso Martini Pudding Shots

Description

These Peppermint Espresso Martini Pudding Shots are ready for your next holiday party! Topped with peppermint whipped cream and a piece of peppermint bark, these are a seriously delicious boozy treat, with just the right amount of coffee kick.

NOTE on caffeine content: Please be aware that if you use the full 3 tbsp of instant espresso powder, each shot will contain anywhere from 25-35mg of caffeine.

Ingredients

1 3.9 oz box Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix
3/4 cup cold whole milk
1/2 cup vodka
1/4 cup peppermint schnapps
2-3 tablespoons instant espresso powder
2 cups heavy whipping cream, very cold
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
Optional: sprinkles and peppermint bark for topping
2 oz plastic shot glasses

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Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pudding mix, milk, vodka, peppermint schnapps and espresso powder until smooth.
Add the heavy cream and peppermint extract to a separate bowl and use an electric mixer to beat until soft peaks form (this will take a few minutes).
Add 1 1/2 cups of the peppermint whipped cream to the pudding mixture and whisk until smooth. Reserve the rest of the whipped cream for topping (refrigerate until ready to use).
Pour the pudding mix into 2 ounce shot glasses, filling it about 3/4 of the way. Refrigerate for 30-60 minutes, until mostly set. The mixture will still be somewhat soft, but should not be liquidy.
Pipe the reserved whipped cream on top of each pudding shot. Optional: garnish with sprinkles and a piece of peppermint bark. Cheers!

Notes

If you need to store these for overnight or longer, we suggest buying plastic containers that come with a lid. Pour the pudding shot mixture into the containers, then place the lids on top. Store the whipped cream topping in a closed container in the refrigerator.

The day you plan to consume them, pipe the whipped cream on top, add the garnishes and return to the refrigerator until ready to serve.

These pudding shots will last for 4-5 days in the refrigerator.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Cocktails
Method: No Cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 shot
Calories: 70
Sugar: 3.8 g
Sodium: 86.3 mg
Fat: 4 g
Carbohydrates: 4.9 g
Fiber: 0.2 g
Protein: 0.7 g