Christmas Sugar Cookie Shots Recipe
Introduction
Celebrate the festive season with these delightful Christmas Sugar Cookie Shots. Creamy, sweet, and garnished with colorful sprinkles, they make a perfect holiday treat to share with friends and family.
Ingredients
- 3 ounces Baileys Irish Cream
- 3 ounces vanilla vodka
- 2 ounces half & half or whole milk
- 2 ounces amaretto
- White icing (for rimming the glasses)
- Christmas Jimmies sprinkles
Instructions
- Step 1: Use a butter knife to spread a thin, even layer of white icing around the rims of each shot glass to help the sprinkles stick.
- Step 2: Pour Christmas Jimmies sprinkles into a small bowl. Gently press the frosted rims of each glass into the sprinkles until fully coated. Press, lift, and rotate the glass instead of twisting to avoid wiping off the icing.
- Step 3: In a cocktail shaker, combine the Baileys Irish Cream, vanilla vodka, half & half (or whole milk), and amaretto.
- Step 4: Shake or stir gently until all ingredients are well combined and chilled.
- Step 5: Strain the cocktail evenly into the sprinkle-rimmed shot glasses and serve immediately.
Tips & Variations
- Use slightly chilled glasses before applying icing to help the sprinkles stick better.
- Substitute whole milk for half & half if you prefer a lighter drink.
- Adjust the amount of vodka and amaretto to make the shots stronger or milder.
- Serve shots immediately to enjoy optimal freshness and flavor.
Storage
These shots are best enjoyed fresh and should be prepared just before serving. If you need to store the mixed cocktail, keep it refrigerated and consume within 24 hours. Stir gently before serving chilled again, but note that the sprinkle rims are best applied just before serving to maintain their decoration.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make these shots non-alcoholic?
Yes! Substitute the Baileys, vodka, and amaretto with non-alcoholic cream liqueurs and flavored syrups to create a similar festive flavor without alcohol.
What alternatives can I use for the sprinkles?
You can use crushed candy canes, colored sugar, or finely chopped nuts as creative alternatives to Christmas Jimmies sprinkles for rimming the glasses.
PrintChristmas Sugar Cookie Shots Recipe
Celebrate the festive season with these delightful Christmas Sugar Cookie Shots. Creamy Baileys Irish Cream mixed with vanilla vodka, amaretto, and half & half creates a smooth, indulgent cocktail reminiscent of classic sugar cookies, perfectly garnished with frosted rims coated in Christmas Jimmies sprinkles to add a fun holiday touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 shots (approximately 2.5 ounces each) 1x
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
For the Shots
- 3 ounces Baileys Irish Cream
- 3 ounces vanilla vodka
- 2 ounces half & half or whole milk
- 2 ounces amaretto
For the Garnish
- White icing (for rimming the glasses)
- Christmas Jimmies sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass Rims: Use a butter knife to spread a thin, even layer of white icing around the rims of each shot glass to help the sprinkles stick well to the glass.
- Apply Sprinkles: Pour Christmas Jimmies sprinkles into a small bowl. Gently press the frosted rims of each glass into the sprinkles until fully coated, pressing, lifting, and rotating the glass to avoid wiping off the icing.
- Mix the Cocktail: In a cocktail shaker, combine the Baileys Irish Cream, vanilla vodka, half & half (or whole milk), and amaretto to create the flavorful base of your shots.
- Shake or Stir: Gently shake or stir the mixture until all ingredients are well combined and chilled to ensure a smooth, delicious drink.
- Serve: Strain the cocktail evenly into the sprinkle-rimmed shot glasses. Raise a toast and enjoy these festive Christmas Sugar Cookie Shots immediately for best flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute whole milk for half-and-half if you prefer a lighter drink.
- For stronger shots, adjust the amount of vodka and amaretto to taste.
- To make the sprinkles stick better, use slightly chilled glasses before applying icing.
- These shots are best served immediately for optimal freshness and flavor.
- Contains alcohol; please drink responsibly and only if of legal drinking age.
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