Cotton Candy Ice Cream Shots Recipe
Indulge in a nostalgic twist with Cotton Candy Ice Cream Shots! This playful recipe combines creamy cotton candy ice cream with a touch of vodka for a boozy treat.
Ever since we concocted our Spiked Cotton Candy recipe, we’ve been looking for more fun ways to use our cotton candy machine. Plus, we love a good alcoholic dessert! So we came up with this fun idea.
Our delightful recipe combines the nostalgic taste of cotton candy ice cream with a touch of vodka for a fun and boozy adult indulgence. Creamy, dreamy, and bursting with vibrant pink hues, these shots are guaranteed to transport you back to carefree summer days. And all you do is simply blend of all of the ingredients together and serve immediately!
The beauty lies in its versatility. For the adults, a splash of vodka adds a subtle kick that complements the sweetness of the ice cream perfectly.
But fear not, the fun doesn’t stop there! Simply omit the vodka to create a kid-friendly version that’s just as delightful. In both cases, a whimsical garnish of fluffy cotton candy adds the perfect finishing touch.
So gather your friends and family, grab your favorite ice cream scooper, and get ready to create a batch of these delightful Cotton Candy Ice Cream Shots! They’re the perfect way to celebrate summer, add a touch of whimsy to any adult party, or simply enjoy a nostalgic treat that tickles your taste buds and warms your heart.
Ingredients Needed to Make Candy Ice Cream Shots
- Cotton candy flavored ice cream — This flavor may not always be available year-round. However, we have definitely seen cotton candy ice cream in the grocery store during the summer time. Baskin Robbins makes one of our favorite brands of cotton candy ice cream.
- Unsweetened coconut milk — Or your choice of milk
- Vodka — Or you can replace this with additional milk for a virgin/mocktail option
- Cotton candy — For garnishing. Use store-bought or homemade cotton candy. If making your own, prep the cotton candy in advance. We used this cotton candy machine that also makes cotton candy from hard candies!
How to Make Cotton Candy Ice Cream Shots
1 — In a blender, add the cotton candy vodka, coconut milk and vodka. Blend until smooth and creamy.
2 — Pour the blended mixture into your chilled shot glasses. You can use an ice cream scooper for a more even distribution if desired.
3 — Now comes the fun part! Garnish each shot with a generous cloud of cotton candy.
Recipe Notes and Tips
- Feeling adventurous? Top your shots with other fun garnishes like sprinkles, whipped cream, or maraschino cherries.
- Leftovers? Store any leftover blended mixture in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
- For a kid-friendly version, imply omit the vodka from the recipe and/or substitute it with more milk!
More Boozy Desserts Recipes
- Boozy Mudslide Icebox Cake
- Spiked Lollipops
- Boozy Peanut Butter and Jelly Tart
- Whipped Ricotta Topped French Toast with Boozy Blood Orange Compote
Cotton Candy Ice Cream Shot Recipe
Equipment
- Shot glasses
Ingredients
- 3 scoop cotton candy flavored ice cream
- 1 splash unsweetened coconut milk or your choice of milk
- 3 oz vodka or you can replace this with milk for a virgin option
- Cotton candy for garnishing
Nutrition
Instructions
- Simply blend the ice cream, milk and vodka together until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the blended mixture into chilled shot glasses.
- Garnish with cotton candy and serve immediately!
Don’t forget to share your Cotton Candy Ice Cream Shots with us on Instagram using the hashtag #sugarandclothloves. We always love seeing all of your creations! Looking for more quick and delicious recipes? Find them all right here!
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