Creamsicle Shots
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Creamsicle shots are bursting with nostalgic creamy orange and vanilla flavor and are perfect for your next party or get together!
This quick and easy orange creamsicle shot recipe is absolutely delicious and is always a hit. Bring these and some other amazing potluck dishes like sweet and sour meatballs, rotel dip or stuffed celery to your next party!
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Why you’ll love this recipe!
📌 Easy to make – just mix your ingredients, chill and serve!
📌 Can be made and stored ahead of time.
📌 The perfect flavor combo for your next party!
Orange Creamsicle Shots Ingredients
- Pudding – French vanilla or vanilla instant pudding mix, not prepared.
- Jello – Orange flavored jello mix, not prepared.
- Milk – Whole milk is our preference, but you can also use low fat or skim milk.
- Vodka – Whatever brand is your favorite!
- Whipped topping – Like Cool Whip.
- Optional – Orange sanding sugar, sprinkles, whipped cream, orange wedges and orange food dye.
How do you make orange creamsicle shots? (step-by-step)
⭐ First, mix together pudding, milk, and vodka in a large mixing bowl and whisk until slightly thickened. Add the orange jello powder and whisk until combined.
⭐ Then, add the whipped cream and whisk until completely combined. Add orange food dye for a brighter orange color.
⭐ Next, spoon the mixture into the shot glasses leaving room on top for garnishes and refrigerate.
⭐ Finally, top with whipped cream, orange wedge and orange sanding sugar or sprinkles before serving. Enjoy!
Scroll down to the printable recipe card toward the bottom of this article for ingredient measurements and detailed cooking instructions.
Preparation
Can you make creamsicle shots ahead of time?
Yes, they can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge, covered, for up to 4 days. Leave garnishes off until just before serving.
Do these need to be chilled?
You can serve these shots immediately without refrigerating, if desired. We just liked them better with a bit of chill to them!
Can you freeze creamsicle shots?
We do not recommend freezing this recipe.
Can these be made in a non-alcoholic version?
Yes! Just swap out the vodka for orange juice or more milk, chill and enjoy!
Possible variations
- Try different alcohols like vanilla vodka or orange liqueur.
- Make it non-alcoholic by swapping the vodka for cream soda, orange soda, or milk.
- Prepare it as a cocktail by the glass by adding cream soda, orange soda, or equal parts of each.
Storage and leftovers
How long do creamsicle shots last?
Covered and chilled they will hold up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
Can you freeze orange creamsicle shots?
We do not recommend freezing this recipe.
Tips and tricks
✅ Do not prepare the jello using the box directions, we are just using the jello powder for flavor.
✅ A spoon was the easiest and best method for filling the shot glasses without making a mess.
✅ Do not add more alcohol than the recipe indicates as your shots will be very runny and thin. If you don’t mind them a little bit thinner, you can add more but only add a bit at a time and stir as you go.
✅ If you want a stronger orange flavor, add a teaspoon of orange extract!
What to enjoy with dreamsicle shots (serving suggestions)
This recipe is great for parties and backyard BBQs! Serve it with other favorites like 7 layer salad, strawberry fluff and orange creamsicle pie!
Try some more of our favorite shot recipes!
- Pina Colada Jello Shots
- Strawberry Lemonade Jello Shots
- Pumpkin Pie Pudding Shots
- Fuzzy Navel Jello Shots
- See all our drinks and shots recipes!
More orange flavored recipes!
Tools we love
- Piping bags – Reusable piping bags with tips.
- Shot glasses – Plastic shot glass set for parties.
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How to Make Creamsicle Shots
Creamsicle Shots
Ingredients
- 2 packages vanilla pudding not prepared (3.4 ounces each)
- 1 package orange flavored jello not prepared (3 ounces)
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup vodka
- 4 ounces whipped topping like cool whip
- optional: sprinkles, extra whipped topping, orange slices or wedges, orange food coloring
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together pudding mix, milk, and vodka until slightly thickened. Add the jello mix and mix until just combined.
- Whisk in 4 ounces of whipped topping until well mixed. If desired, add food coloring until you reach your preferred shade of orange.
- Spoon or pipe the creamsicle shot mixture into your shot glasses, leaving space for garnishes. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before garnishing and serving.
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We have made these with orange juice & they were so refreshing & tasty!! We love creamsicle anything!!
made these for my birthday party shennanigans, and EVERYONE absolutely LOVED them! Thank you so much for sharing this nostagalic shot recipe!
Prepared these for our family get together dinner and they were a hit! They are brimming with flavors and sooo satisfying! Everyone was impressed!
Wondering how many days ahead of time these can be made? I have outing on Monday and wanted to make them Friday since I will be gone for the weekend.