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Pistachio Pudding Shots are easy, festive, and irresistibly creamy party treat! Made with RumChata, instant pistachio pudding, and fluffy Cool Whip, these little green shooters are perfect for holidays, girls’ nights, backyard BBQs, and any fun gathering. They’re smooth, sweet, nutty, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Pistachio Pudding Shots
These boozy pudding shots take just a few minutes to mix together and chill beautifully in the fridge before serving. Top them with crushed graham crackers, chopped pistachios, and bright maraschino cherries for the cutest and tastiest presentation!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Perfect no-bake party dessert
- Creamy, boozy, and sweet with a subtle pistachio flavor
- Budget-friendly and made with simple ingredients
- Fun for holidays like St. Patrick’s Day, Easter, Christmas, or summer gatherings
- Easy to garnish and customize
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Ingredients:
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1 cup cold milk
- ¾ cup RumChata
- 1 (8 oz) tub Cool Whip, thawed
- ¾ cup crushed graham crackers (about 6 full sheets)
- 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios
- Maraschino cherries, for garnish
RumChata is a creamy liqueur made with Caribbean rum, cinnamon, vanilla, and sugar. It tastes similar to horchata with a sweet, cinnamon-spiced richness. It blends beautifully into cocktails, shooters, desserts, and pudding shots because it’s smooth and lightly spiced.
What else can RumChata be mixed with?
RumChata is incredibly versatile! You can mix it with:
- Coffee or cold brew
- Hot chocolate
- Fireball whisky
- Vanilla vodka
- Root beer
- Coca-Cola
- Eggnog
- Apple cider
- Pumpkin spice liqueur
- Chocolate liqueur
It also tastes amazing in milkshakes, truffles, and no-bake desserts.
How to Make Pistachio Pudding Shots
In a mixing bowl, whisk together pistachio pudding mix, milk, and RumChata until smooth and slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
Fold in half of the Cool Whip until fully incorporated and light.
Spoon or pipe the pudding mixture over a layer of crushed graham crackers into 2oz small dessert cups or shot glasses.
Top each with a dollop of the remaining Cool Whip.
Garnish with chopped pistachios and a maraschino cherry.
Chill for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to set.
Make Ahead for Stress-Free Hosting
These pudding shots keep perfectly in the fridge for up to 48 hours. Make them the night before your event so all you have to do is garnish and serve!
Hosting Tips & Serving Ideas
Make a Pudding Shot Bar
Set out toppings like:
- Extra graham cracker crumbs
- Mini chocolate chips
- Chopped nuts
- Whipped cream
- Festive sprinkles
Let guests decorate their own shots. Such a fun party moment!
Serve in Mini Dessert Cups
Upgrade the look by serving the pudding in:
- Disposable mini parfait cups
- Mini mason jars
- Reusable silicone shot cups
This makes them feel more elevated for holidays or special gatherings.
These Pistachio Pudding Shots with RumChata are quick, creamy, and guaranteed to disappear fast. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party, backyard BBQ, birthday, or cozy girls’ night in, they bring the perfect mix of sweetness and fun. Save this recipe and make it again and again!
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Pistachio Pudding Shots
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Mixing spoon
Ingredients
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1 cup cold milk
- ¾ cup RumChata
- 1 (8 oz) tub Cool Whip, thawed
- ¾ cup crushed graham crackers about 6 full sheets
- 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios
- Maraschino cherries for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together pistachio pudding mix, milk, and RumChata until smooth and slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
- Fold in half of the Cool Whip until fully incorporated and light.
- Spoon or pipe the pudding mixture over a layer of crushed graham crackers into 2oz small dessert cups or shot glasses.
- Top each with a dollop of the remaining Cool Whip.
- Garnish with chopped pistachios and a maraschino cherry.
- Chill for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to set **See notes below**
