RumChata is simply perfect in pudding shot recipes! They can be more or less alcoholic, depending on your tastes, and decorated for any theme. 

The pudding mixture creates a sweet treat that is also an easy recipe to make for girls night, vacation, or a fun summer party. They’re even great for the holiday season when you’re trying to curb a craving! 

Since you only need simple ingredients to make this rumchata pudding shots recipe, all that is left is for you to follow the easy steps to get started! 

You’ll have boozy treats in an easy way that are sure to be a huge hit! 

Drink recipes like this are a perfect addition to any summer gathering or party! And once you have the recipe for this boozy dessert, hold on to it for your next party. 

You won’t find anything like this boozy pudding at the grocery store, so this is definitely a one of a kind fun treat! 

Grab some plastic shot glasses or disposable shot cups for these creamy pudding shots so that you don’t have to spend time cleaning up a ton after this great recipe. 

RumChata Pudding Shots

RumChata is a creamy liqueur that’s spiced up with some cinnamon. It’s a blend of Mexican horchata (a cinnamon rice drink) and rum. 

It has a yummy vanilla flavor that goes well with many different mixed drinks — especially a pudding shot recipe. But honestly? You can even drink it on its own!

Learn how to make pudding shots with this tasty drink, plus ways to customize them for any celebration.

What about with mixers? If you love chocolate, coffee, or caramel drinks, then you should always have a bottle of the liqueur on standby.

There’s a creamy cocktail for every party or holiday, guaranteed! Have you tried a Nutcracker cocktail at Christmas? 

If you love party shots, add this B52 shot to your lineup — it’s a classic layered shooter that never disappoints! Or a Leprechaun’s Lunch cocktail on Saint Patrick’s Day? You just have to!

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

• Vanilla Pudding – We’re using instant pudding mix for this pudding shot recipe — how easy is that?! 
  
  If you want to switch things up, you could use French vanilla, cheesecake, or even banana cream pudding mix! 
  
  It just has to be light in color to get the blue hue and give it the perfect vibe for a pool party or beach theme.
  
• Milk – The milk has to be very cold for pudding shots with RumChata to set properly. Whole, 2%, or even an oat or almond alternative will work.
  
• RumChata – This creamy liqueur has notes of almond, cinnamon, and vanilla. You could easily swap it out with coconut rum for some tropical vibes, or use both!
  
• Graham Cracker Crumbs – These come already crumbled at your convenience. 
  
  But if you have some graham crackers laying around, just throw them in a baggie and take a rolling pin to them.

As you can see, this yummy recipe is versatile in the flavors! Vanilla flavors are what I typically make, but you can use white chocolate pudding or any other pudding flavors that you want. 

They’re all great alternatives for these delicious rumchata pudding shots! Make sure that you have some disposable cups on hand! 

How to Make Pudding Shots

The general process is very similar to Jello shots:

1. Whisk together the instant pudding mix, very cold milk, and liqueur. Include the food coloring in this step, if you’ll be using it.
   
2. Divide the mixture evenly into shot cups.
   
3. Place pudding shots with RumChata in the refrigerator until it’s time to serve. Garnishes can be added now or just before serving.

Customize Pudding Shots with RumChata

Blue food coloring for the RumChata pudding shots, plus peach gummy rings and gummy bears, are all for show and can be swapped out for any theme.

Want to make pudding shots for New Year’s Eve? Whipped cream and star sprinkles would be adorable!

Or, chocolate shavings, some whipped cream, and chocolate-covered coffee beans, and/or a cinnamon stick, would be great garnishes any time of the year. 

Just be sure to remove any solid garnishes before eating the shot — edible garnishes can be munched on separately to avoid a choking hazard!

Tips for Making Pudding Shot Recipes

• Make a large batch. 

You can really easily double or triple this recipe to make enough for an entire crowd. 

And you should! Otherwise, how is everyone going to get their seconds?? (And thirds, and fourths…)

• Change the consistency. 

If you want thicker Rumchata pudding shots, you can use a little less milk. 

Try adding just 1 cup of the milk, adding more as you go, until you get to the consistency that you want!

• Too much alcohol? 

To make pudding shot recipes less alcoholic, simply remove some of the alcohol and compensate by adding more milk. 

You can even replace all of the alcohol with milk, for a kid-friendly, non-alcoholic treat!!

Storage and Prep Ahead Instructions

You can keep RumChata pudding shots in the fridge for up to 4 days, so feel free to prep them a couple of days ahead of time! 

If you do, then wait to add the graham cracker crumbs and candy until you’re ready to serve. 

Otherwise, the crumbs will get soggy and the candy will get stale. Not very appetizing! 

When storing in the fridge, put the lids back on the cups until ready to serve. Give them each a little stir before adding the toppings! It helps with the presentation. 

Kitchen Tools You Will Need

• Sheet Pan – Sheet pans make it super easy to move your RumChata pudding shots in and out of the fridge. This is the one I use!
• Measuring Cups and Spoons – You may be tempted to eyeball the amounts, but I recommend using the proper tools so it comes out just right.
• Plastic Shot Cups – These typically come in 2-ounce sizes, perfect for these festive, fun party shots!
• Whisk – This set has held up for over 10 years and is still as good as the day I bought them. A must for making any Jello or pudding shot recipes!

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Beachy Rumchata Pudding Shots (Party Perfect Recipe)

RumChata Pudding Shots are made with creamy liquor and topped with gummy candies, there’s something for everyone in this pudding shot recipe!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Method Stovetop

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Chill Time 1 hour hour

Total Time 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes

Servings 16 shots

Calories 87cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

• 5.1 ounces instant vanilla pudding mix
• 2 cups cold whole milk
• 1 cup Rumchata cream liqueur

Supplies and Decorations

• blue liquid food coloring
• graham cracker crumbs
• peach gummy rings
• gummy bears

Instructions

• Place cups on a rimmed sheet pan, and set aside for later. This is also a good time to make sure you have room in your fridge for the tray of pudding shots.
• To a large measuring cup/bowl with a spout, add your pudding mix.
• Add 2 cups of cold milk, 1 cup of rumchata and a few drops of blue food coloring. Whisk until smooth and combined.
• Carefully pour or spoon the mixture into the cups, almost to the top.
• Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs on one half of each shot. Place a peach ring on each one and then cut a gummy bear in half and stick one inside each peach ring.
• Keep rumchata pudding shots refrigerated until ready to serve, and keep chilled while serving. These keep well for 3-4 days if stored in the fridge.

Notes

1. Some people prefer using 1-ounce cups for pudding shots. They work well for creating more shots from each batch of pudding.
2. This recipe is really easy to double or triple (and I recommend it!)
3. If you think they will be too strong, you can use 1/2 cup rumchata and 2 1/2 cups milk. To make them stronger, use 1 1/2 cups of milk and 1 1/2 cups rumchata.
4. You can use other flavor gummy rings, like green apple or watermelon, and you can substitute teddy grahams for gummy bears if you like.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 87cal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 69mg | Sugar: 9g | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published May 2022., updated and republished April 2025

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I’m all about these strawberry cheesecake pudding shots! You can whip them up for special occasions and know that they’re going to be a crowd favorite.

It’s like a combination of an easy dessert and tasty vodka, and I’m here for it! It’s literally the perfect adult treat! 

The steps to make this delicious treat are listed below on the recipe card. I promise you – it’s a winner that is a must to make! 

Strawberry Cheesecake Shots

What’s better than a boozy version of a classic dessert? Individual portions that go down with ease!

Nothing says summertime like juicy, plump strawberries and plenty of drinks. And now you can enjoy both the form of creamy, sweet strawberry cheesecake shots

If you are hosting a holiday celebration or hanging out by the pool, this strawberry cheesecake shooter recipe is a must.

In the mood for more? You are sure to go wild for these Red, White and Blue Layered Shots. They are perfect for patriotic parties and look gorgeous.

Don’t forget to try out my Gummy Bear Jello Shots to add a kick of fun at your next celebration. Or, if you are looking for a classy cocktail, serve this Summer Berry Sangria.

Want a decadent cheesecake pudding dessert to go with these shots? Make these Dirt Pudding Cheesecake Bars, especially if you’re feeding a crowd, they always go quick!

How To Make Cheesecake Shots

While they don’t take a lot of time or effort to make, you will need to let them set up. 

Each batch of cheesecake shots will need to be refrigerated for 2-4 hours to set completely. Other than waiting to devour them, everything else is incredibly easy! 

Don’t forget to top each strawberry cheesecake shot with a little bit of whipped cream and a fresh slice of strawberry to finish the look.

1. Boil water and dissolve Jello.
2. Combine milk and cheesecake pudding in a separate bowl.
3. Whisk in some of the vodka into the pudding, mix well, and chill in the fridge.
4. Add the rest of the vodka to the cooled Jello.
5. Fill shot glasses halfway with the Jello and chill until set.
6. Top gelatin layer with cheesecake pudding.
7. Garnish strawberry cheesecake shooter with a swirl of whipped cream and fresh strawberries.

Strawberry Cheesecake Shooter Tips and Tricks

• Garnish when serving. Don’t add the whipped cream until right before serving the strawberry cheesecake shot or it will dissolve. 
  
  Instead, have a station where you can add garnishes. I like to add the whipping cream, a few bits of crushed graham crackers, and fresh berries on top! 
  
• Mix in some fruit. To add some fun flavor and texture, feel free to add a few chopped strawberries, pineapple chunks, or other berries to the gelatin layer. Any type of fresh fruit works perfectly. 
  
• Lids are your friend! If you’re heading to a party with cheesecake shots, use the plastic disposable cups that come with lids. This makes them easy to stack and less likely to make a mess. 
  
• Hosting a party? No problem — just make a larger batch of strawberry cheesecake shots and store them in the fridge until you are ready to serve. 
  
  They can be made up to 24 hours in advance.

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Strawberry Cheesecake Pudding Shots Recipe

Strawberry Cheesecake Shots are the perfect boozy treat for any occasion. Creamy & delicious, these cheesecake shots come together fast!

Course Drink

Cuisine American

Method Mixed, Stovetop

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 40 minutes minutes

Servings 24 shots

Calories 44cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup water
• 3 ounces strawberry Jello mix
• 3.4 ounces Jello cheesecake instant pudding mix
• 1 cup milk
• 1/3 cup Smirnoff Strawberry Vodka
• 6 fresh strawberries sliced

Instructions

• Bring the Water to a boil, and add the Strawberry Jello. Stir until the Jello is dissolved, and set aside to cool.
• In a medium bowl, mix the Milk and small box of Cheesecake Flavored Jello Instant Pudding, and whisk or stir until the pudding begins to thicken. When the Pudding is mixed smooth, and thick, stir in the 1/3 cup of Vodka, and mix until smooth. Place in the refrigerator, and allow to cool.
• When the Strawberry Jello is cooled to room temperature, add 1/4 cup of the Vodka, and stir until well mixed. Place the small shot glasses on a cookie sheet, until full. Fill the small shot glasses half full with the Jello mixture, and place the cookie sheet in the refrigerator. Allow to cool until Jello is set.
• When Jello is set, fill the shot glasses with the Cheesecake pudding. When ready to serve, top with Whipped Cream, and a slice of fresh Strawberry. Serve, and Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 44cal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 76mg | Sugar: 7g | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published July 2021, updated and republished April 2025

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