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    Home » Recipes » Beverage Recipes » Pumpkin Pudding Shots

    Pumpkin Pudding Shots

    Published: Oct 5, 2022 by Sherri · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

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    closeup of a pumpkin pudding shot with whipped cream and chocolate sprinkles on top

    If you love pumpkin pie, fall flavors and boozy desserts, you’ll love this easy Pumpkin Pie Pudding Shots. In less than 10 minutes, you can have a delicious adult drink that is perfect for Halloween parties and Thanksgiving fun.

    These would go great alongside these Halloween sugar cookies or Candy corn rice krispie treats!

    a pumpkin pudding shot topped with whipped cream and fall colored sprinkles.

    Table of contents

    • Pumpkin Pie Pudding Shots
    • Ingredients/shopping list
    • Variations/ Substitutions
    • What is RumChata?
    • Non-alcoholic Pudding Shots
    • How to Make these Pudding Shots
    • Tips
    • FAQ’s

    Pumpkin Pie Pudding Shots

    Pudding shots might just be the easiest you’ll drink you’ll ever make. They’re an amazing alcoholic pumpkin dessert is an adult twist on traditional pumpkin pie.

    They are so warm, spicy, and are sure to make the perfect Halloween parties (especially Halloween movie watch parties. Where are my Hocus Pocus fans?!) and Thanksgiving cocktails. It’s so delicious you’ll want to make it a tradition every year.

    several small plastic shot cups filled with pumpkin pudding and topped with whipped cream.

    Ingredients/shopping list

    two boxes of pumpkin spice instant pudding, glass measuring cup with milk, container of cool whip topping, Rumchata liquer, and whipped cream in a can.
    • Milk – your choice of whole or low fat.
    • RumChata – for the perfect amount of cinnamon-y kick.
    • Pumpkin Spice instant pudding – if you can’t find pumpkin flavored, use vanilla instant pudding and add ½ cup of pumpkin puree and a teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon.
    • Cool Whip – thawed to room temperature. Gives it extra creaminess.
    • Whipped cream – for the topping
    • Sprinkles – for a fun topping. Grab whatever colors you love.
    • Plastic 2 ounce cups – this recipe uses 24 cups.

    Variations/ Substitutions

    1. Swap the RumChata for Vanilla Vodka, Bailey’s Irish Cream or Fireball.
    2. Sprinkle with crushed graham crackers, pumpkin spice or cinnamon, if desired.
    3. For more Halloween themed shots, add a drop of green, purple or black food coloring to the whipped cream and top with Halloween sprinkles. So fun!

    What is RumChata?

    RumChata is a vanilla and cinnamon flavored Caribbean rum liqueur. It’s can be enjoyed over ice, in coffee, and in shots and cocktails like this.

    Non-alcoholic Pudding Shots

    You can easily make pudding shots non-alcoholic by simply replacing the alcohol with milk. You could also add a drop of rum extract if you like the flavors added.

    How to Make these Pudding Shots

    white mixing bowl with instant pudding mix.
    milk being poured into white mixing bowl with pudding powder.

    Step 1: In a large bowl, add in the pudding mix.

    Step 2: In a glass measuring cup or bowl, mix together the milk and RumChata.

    pumpkin pudding mix being whisked in a white bowl.

    Step 3: Whisk together for approximately 2 minutes. (You can also use an electric mixer if desired).

    pumpkin pudding mix with whipped topping on top with a whisk.
    pumpkin pudding mixture in a big white bowl with a yellow rim.

    Step 3: Then, gently stir in the Cool Whip until incorporated. (being careful not the over-mix)

    three plastic shot cups with pumpkin pudding mixture.

    Step 4 Using a cookie scoop or small spoon, fill 2 ounce cups with the pudding mixture.

    Step 5: Refrigerate for 2 hours or freeze for one hour to set.

    five pumpkin pudding shots topped with whipped cream and chocolate and orange sprinkles on a counter.

    Step 6: Top with whipped cream and sprinkles.

    Tips

    • Don’t whip the pudding too much or it may be less fluffy.
    • Wait until ready to serve to top with the whipped cream, graham cracker crumbs or sprinkles.
    • Don’t use real whipped cream. It does not set enough to give the texture we are wanting.
    • Sprinkle the whipped cream tops with cinnamon, nutmeg or pumpkin pie spice.

    FAQ’s

    How to Store?

    Store the pudding shots in the refrigerator or freezer until ready to serve.

    If you like this recipe, please leave us a comment and rate the recipe below. You can also find us on Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter and Instagram!

    small plastic shot cup with pumpkin pie pudding shot with whipped cream on top.

    Pumpkin Pudding Shots

    If you love pumpkin pie, fall flavors and boozy desserts, you’ll love this easy Pumpkin Pie Pudding Shots. In less than 10 minutes, you can have a delicious adult drink that is perfect for Halloween parties and Thanksgiving fun.
    5 from 15 votes
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    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    chillng time: 1 hour
    Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
    Servings: 24 shots
    Calories: 83kcal
    Author: Sherri Hagymas

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups milk
    • 1 cup RumChata
    • 6 ounces Pumpkin Spice instant pudding mix
    • 8 oz. Cool Whip thawed to room temperature
    • Whipped cream for topping
    • Fall sprinkles for topping
    • 24 2 oz. plastic cups

    Instructions

    • In a large bowl, add in the pudding mix.
    • In a glass measuring cup or bowl, mix together the milk and RumChata
    • Whisk together for approximately 2 minutes. (You can also use an electric mixer if desired).
    • Then, gently stir in the Cool Whip until incorporated. (being careful not the over-mix)
    • Using a cookie scoop or small spoon, fill 2 ounce cups with the pudding mixture.
    • Refrigerate for 2 hours or freeze for one hour to set.
    • Top with whipped cream and sprinkles.

    Notes

    Swap the RumChata for Vanilla Vodkaa, Bailey’s Irish Cream or Fireball.
    Sprinkle with crushed graham crackers, pumpkin spice or cinnamon, if desired.
    Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
    Nutritional information does not include whipped cream topping and sprinkles. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1shot | Calories: 83kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 40mg | Fiber: 0.04g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 37IU | Vitamin C: 0.04mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 0.01mg
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    1. Jess

      October 30, 2022 at 11:24 am

      5 stars
      Perfect for party’s everyone loved them

      Reply
    2. Debbie

      October 15, 2022 at 5:02 pm

      Can you use almond milk in the pumpkin pudding shots?

      Reply

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