Frosted Peppermint Christmas Shots – Creamy, festive little sips bursting with cool minty holiday cheer

🎉 Introduction

Frosted Peppermint Christmas Shots are the cutest, most festive way to serve a holiday treat in shot-size form — creamy, cool, minty, and completely alcohol-free. These mini dessert-style shots taste like melted peppermint bark crossed with a candy-cane milkshake, making them perfect for Christmas parties, cookie swaps, dessert boards, or a cozy night in.

They’re quick to make, easy to customize, and look absolutely adorable topped with whipped cream and crushed candy canes. Fun for kids, elegant enough for adults, and guaranteed to disappear fast.

🧰 Equipment Needed

• Small saucepan
• Whisk
• Measuring cups & spoons
• Shot glasses or mini dessert cups
• Spoon or piping bag for topping

🛒 Ingredients

Peppermint Shot Base

• 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
• ½ cup white chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
• ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Toppings

• Whipped cream
• Crushed candy canes or peppermint candies
• White chocolate shavings (optional)

👩‍🍳 Directions

Step 1: Melt the base

In a small saucepan over low heat, add milk and white chocolate chips.
Whisk constantly until chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
Do not let it boil.

Step 2: Sweeten and flavor

Whisk in sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract.
Taste and adjust peppermint carefully — a little goes a long way.

Step 3: Cool slightly

Remove from heat and let the mixture cool 5–10 minutes so it thickens slightly but is still pourable.

Step 4: Pour into shot glasses

Carefully pour the peppermint mixture into shot glasses or mini cups, filling about ¾ full.

Step 5: Chill

Refrigerate 20–30 minutes until set but still creamy.

Step 6: Decorate

Top with a swirl of whipped cream and sprinkle crushed candy canes or white chocolate shavings on top.

🍽️ Servings & Timing

• Yield: 8–10 mini shots
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 5 minutes
• Chill Time: 20–30 minutes
• Total Time: ~30–40 minutes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

• Store covered in the refrigerator for 2–3 days. ❄️
• Best enjoyed chilled — do not freeze, as texture may change.
• Add whipped cream and toppings just before serving for best presentation.

🥄 Variations

• Chocolate Peppermint Shots
  Replace half the white chocolate with milk or dark chocolate.
• Peppermint Bark Shots
  Add a thin layer of melted dark chocolate on the bottom before pouring the peppermint layer.
• Dairy-Free Version
  Use coconut milk or oat milk + dairy-free white chocolate.
• Extra Thick Dessert Shots
  Add 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with milk while heating.
• Layered Holiday Shots
  Alternate white chocolate peppermint and chocolate layers for a striped effect.

❓ 10 FAQs

1. Are these alcoholic?
   No — completely alcohol-free and family-friendly.
2. Do they taste strong like mint?
   No — creamy and balanced; adjust peppermint to taste.
3. Can kids have these?
   Yes — they’re perfect for kids and adults.
4. Can I make them ahead?
   Yes — prepare up to 2 days in advance.
5. Why use condensed milk?
   It adds richness and sweetness.
6. Can I serve them warm?
   Yes — serve as mini peppermint sipping cups.
7. Can I use peppermint syrup instead of extract?
   Yes — start with 1 tablespoon and adjust.
8. How do I avoid grainy texture?
   Keep heat low and whisk continuously.
9. Can I double the recipe?
   Absolutely — perfect for parties.
10. Do I need shot glasses?
    No — mini dessert cups or espresso cups work great.

🏁 Conclusion

Frosted Peppermint Christmas Shots are festive, creamy, and irresistibly fun — a perfect bite-sized holiday treat that feels indulgent and joyful. With their cool peppermint flavor, silky texture, and adorable presentation, they bring instant Christmas magic to any dessert table. Easy to make and impossible to resist, these little shots are sure to become a holiday favorite.

Frosted Peppermint Christmas Shots – Creamy, festive little sips bursting with cool minty holiday cheer

Frosted Peppermint Christmas Shots are the cutest, most festive way to serve a holiday treat in shot-size form — creamy, cool, minty, and completely alcohol-free. These mini dessert-style shots taste like melted peppermint bark crossed with a candy-cane milkshake, making them perfect for Christmas parties, cookie swaps, dessert boards, or a cozy night in. They’re quick to make, easy to customize, and look absolutely adorable topped with whipped cream and crushed candy canes. Fun for kids, elegant enough for adults, and guaranteed to disappear fast.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Servings: 3 Servings

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

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Ingredients

  

Peppermint Shot Base

• 1 cup milk whole or 2%
• ½ cup white chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
• ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Toppings

• Whipped cream
• Crushed candy canes or peppermint candies
• White chocolate shavings optional

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Equipment

• Small saucepan
• Whisk
• Measuring cups & spoons
• Shot glasses or mini dessert cups
• Spoon or piping bag for topping

Method

 

Step 1: Melt the base

1. In a small saucepan over low heat, add milk and white chocolate chips.
2. Whisk constantly until chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
3. Do not let it boil.

Step 2: Sweeten and flavor

1. Whisk in sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract.
2. Taste and adjust peppermint carefully — a little goes a long way.

Step 3: Cool slightly

1. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool 5–10 minutes so it thickens slightly but is still pourable.

Step 4: Pour into shot glasses

1. Carefully pour the peppermint mixture into shot glasses or mini cups, filling about ¾ full.

Step 5: Chill

1. Refrigerate 20–30 minutes until set but still creamy.

Step 6: Decorate

1. Top with a swirl of whipped cream and sprinkle crushed candy canes or white chocolate shavings on top.

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Store covered in the refrigerator for 2–3 days. ❄️

Best enjoyed chilled — do not freeze, as texture may change.

Add whipped cream and toppings just before serving for best presentation.

🥄 Variations

Chocolate Peppermint Shots
Replace half the white chocolate with milk or dark chocolate.

Peppermint Bark Shots
Add a thin layer of melted dark chocolate on the bottom before pouring the peppermint layer.

Dairy-Free Version
Use coconut milk or oat milk + dairy-free white chocolate.

Extra Thick Dessert Shots
Add 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with milk while heating.

Layered Holiday Shots
Alternate white chocolate peppermint and chocolate layers for a striped effect.

❓ 10 FAQs

Are these alcoholic?
No — completely alcohol-free and family-friendly.

Do they taste strong like mint?
No — creamy and balanced; adjust peppermint to taste.

Can kids have these?
Yes — they’re perfect for kids and adults.

Can I make them ahead?
Yes — prepare up to 2 days in advance.

Why use condensed milk?
It adds richness and sweetness.

Can I serve them warm?
Yes — serve as mini peppermint sipping cups.

Can I use peppermint syrup instead of extract?
Yes — start with 1 tablespoon and adjust.

How do I avoid grainy texture?
Keep heat low and whisk continuously.

Can I double the recipe?
Absolutely — perfect for parties.

Do I need shot glasses?
No — mini dessert cups or espresso cups work great.

🏁 Conclusion

Frosted Peppermint Christmas Shots are festive, creamy, and irresistibly fun — a perfect bite-sized holiday treat that feels indulgent and joyful. With their cool peppermint flavor, silky texture, and adorable presentation, they bring instant Christmas magic to any dessert table. Easy to make and impossible to resist, these little shots are sure to become a holiday favorite.