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Birthday Cake Pudding Shots

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If you’re looking for a fun, festive, and totally irresistible treat for your next celebration, these Birthday Cake Pudding Shots are it! Creamy, boozy, and topped with whipped cream and sprinkles, they’re basically a party in a cup. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or just bringing dessert to girls’ night, these pudding shots are always a hit.

Birthday Cake Pudding Shots

Birthday Cake Pudding Shots

This recipe is easy to make ahead and super customizable, so you can keep it classic or go wild with your favorite sprinkles and toppings. And if you love fun party recipes like this, be sure to check out my Dirty Banana Drink, these Turtle Brownie Trifles in a Jar, or my always-loved Strawberry Piña Colada for more grown-up treats.

What I love most is how these pudding shots combine that nostalgic birthday cake flavor with just the right kick of vodka. Plus, they look absolutely adorable lined up on a tray. They’re creamy, colorful, and perfect for adding some sparkle to any get-together.

Birthday Cake Pudding Shots

What You Will Like About This Recipe

Tastes like cake and cocktails had a baby – Creamy vanilla, sweet cake mix, and vodka make an unforgettable combo.


Perfect for parties – Easy to make in batches and always a conversation starter.


Customizable – Swap the vodka for flavored liqueurs, change up the sprinkles, or use different pudding flavors.


No baking required – Whip these up in minutes and chill until party time.


Fun to decorate – Add whipped cream, extra sprinkles, or even mini candles for a festive touch.

Birthday Cake Pudding Shots

How to Make Birthday Cake Pudding Shots

  • In a medium-sized bowl add the vanilla pudding mix and ½ cup of the white cake mix.  Stir to combine. 
  • Add 1½ cups milk to the pudding/cake mix and whisk until smooth.
  • Once the pudding mix has thickened add in ½ cup of vodka and whisk to fully combine
  • Add in 3 tablespoons of confetti sprinkles
  • Line the shot glasses on a tray and spoon the birthday cake pudding mix into each cup filling it to the top.
  • Chill for 2 hours, if you are chilling these overnight be sure to place the tops on the cups.
  • Top the pudding shots with whipped cream and sprinkles.  Enjoy! 
Birthday Cake Pudding Shots

Tips & Tricks

  • Use cold milk – It helps the pudding thicken faster and creates a smooth texture.
  • Don’t skip the chill time – Letting them set for at least 2 hours gives them the best texture and flavor.
  • Try flavored vodka – Cake, vanilla, or whipped cream vodka will really boost the birthday cake vibes.
  • Use disposable shot cups with lids – Makes cleanup easy and they’re perfect for transporting to parties.
  • Top just before serving – Add the whipped cream and sprinkles right before serving so they stay fluffy and fresh.
Birthday Cake Pudding Shots

FAQs

You can make them up to 24 hours in advance. Just keep them chilled and wait to add the whipped cream until you’re ready to serve.

Yes, instant pudding is key for this recipe. Cook-and-serve pudding won’t set the same way for shots.

Regular vodka works great, but if you want to level up, try cake-flavored vodka or whipped cream vodka for extra dessert flavor.

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birthday cake pudding shots

Birthday Cake Pudding Shots

Birthday Cake Pudding Shots are literally a celebration in a shot glass as you combine vanilla pudding, cake mix, sprinkles, vodka, and milk to create an adult only birthday shot that makes it a little easier to get a little bit older.

Ingredients

  • 3.4 oz box vanilla instant pudding
  • ½ cup white cake mix
  • 1½ cups milk
  • ½ cup vodka
  • ¼ cup of confetti sprinkles
  • Whipped cream for topping

Instructions

  1. In a medium sized bowl add the vanilla pudding mix and ½ cup of the white cake mix.  Stir to combine. 
  2. Add 1½ cups milk to the pudding/cake mix and whisk until smooth.
  3. Once the pudding mix has thickened add in ½ cup of vodka and whisk to fully combine
  4. Add in 3 tablespoons of confetti sprinkles
  5. Line the shot glasses on a tray and spoon the birthday cake pudding mix into each cup filling it to the top.
  6. Chill for 2 hours, if you are chilling these overnight be sure to place the tops on the cups.
  7. Top the pudding shots with whipped cream and sprinkles.  Enjoy!

Notes

Makes about 10 shots

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

10

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 152Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 96mgCarbohydrates: 15gFiber: 0gSugar: 9gProtein: 2g

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