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Pina Colada Pudding Shots

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If you like piña coladas (cue the music 🎶), you are going to love these creamy, boozy pudding cups. This easy Pina Colada Pudding Shots recipe takes everything you love about the iconic tropical drink—pineapple, coconut, and a splash of rum—and turns it into a dreamy no-bake dessert that’s perfect for parties, girls’ night, or any time you need a mini vacation in a cup.

Pina Colada Pudding Shots

Pina Colada Pudding Shots

They come together in minutes with just a handful of ingredients: instant vanilla pudding, Cool Whip, rum, and store-bought piña colada mix. If you’re into pudding shots like this one, you’ll also love my Banana Pudding Shots, Birthday Cake Pudding Shots, or Patriotic Pudding Shots. These are perfect recipes to bookmark for summer gatherings, potlucks, or easy entertaining!

Whether you serve them in cute mini cups with whipped cream and cherries or just keep it simple with a spoon, these pudding cups are a total crowd-pleaser. Bonus: You can even make a kid-friendly version by skipping the rum and doubling the piña colada mix—because everyone deserves a taste of paradise.

Pina Colada Pudding Shots

What You Will Love About This Recipe

No baking required! Great for hot weather or when you don’t want to turn on the oven.


Boozy and fun. Just enough white rum to give it that classic piña colada kick.


Party perfect. Serve in little shot cups for a cute, bite-sized dessert.


Quick and easy. Comes together in under 10 minutes with simple ingredients.


Tropical vibes year-round. Bright, fruity, and coconutty—just like the cocktail!

Pina Colada Pudding Shots

Ingredients:

  • 2 Boxes Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix
  • 8 Ounces Cool Whip
  • 1 Cup Half and Half
  • 1 Cup Pina Colada Mix
  • ½ Cup White Rum
  • Whipped Cream, for garnish (optional)
  • Maraschino Cherries (optional)
  • Toasted Coconut (optional)
  • Pineapple Chunks (optional)

How to Make Pina Colada Pudding Shots

  • Place the pudding in a bowl and add the half and half, pina colada mix, and rum. 
  • Whisk until the mixture is thickened. 
  • Fill up your pudding cups with the mixture. I used a frosting bag and tip at first, but then I moved to just using a spoon. It was much easier, quicker, and less messy with the spoon.
  • At this point, you can either chill the shots for an hour and then garnish them before serving. Or, you can garnish and serve them immediately. This is totally up to you. Either way, enjoy!
Pina Colada Pudding Shots

Tips & Tricks

  • Use cold ingredients. Cold half and half helps the pudding set faster and keeps it thick.
  • Don’t overmix. Whisk just until the pudding thickens—too much stirring can make it runny.
  • Spoon it in. A frosting bag looks cute, but a spoon is faster, easier, and way less messy.
  • Chill if you can. An hour in the fridge helps the flavors meld and the texture firm up a bit.
  • Get creative with toppings. Think toasted coconut, pineapple chunks, cherries, or even a tiny drink umbrella for flair!
Pina Colada Pudding Shots

FAQs

Yes! Just replace the rum with extra piña colada mix or a splash of pineapple juice to keep it flavorful and family-friendly.

You can, but the texture might be a little thinner. Half and half gives it a richer, creamier feel.

White rum is ideal—it blends smoothly and won’t overpower the tropical flavors. But you can use coconut rum for extra coconut flair!

You can make them up to 24 hours in advance. Just keep them covered in the fridge and add toppings right before serving.

Not recommended—freezing can mess with the pudding’s texture. These are best enjoyed chilled from the fridge.

Pina Colada Pudding Shots
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Pina Colada Pudding Shots

Pina Colada Pudding Shots

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Additional Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Pina Colada Pudding Shots are the perfect boozy treat to enjoy all summer long! These pudding shots are made with delicious vanilla pudding that is mixed with coconut and pineapple flavors with a kick of white rum added. It’s the perfect shot to enjoy at parties, gatherings, or while relaxing at the pool.

Ingredients

  • 2 Boxes Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix
  • 8 Ounces Cool Whip
  • 1 Cup Half and Half
  • 1 Cup Pina Colada Mix
  • ½ Cup White Rum
  • Whipped Cream, for garnish (optional)
  • Maraschino Cherries (optional)
  • Toasted Coconut (optional)
  • Pineapple Chunks (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place the pudding in a bowl and add the half and half, pina colada mix, and rum. 
  2. Whisk until the mixture is thickened. 
  3. Fill up your pudding cups with the mixture. I used a frosting bag and tip at first, but then I moved to just using a spoon. It was much easier, quicker, and less messy with the spoon.
  4. At this point, you can either chill the shots for an hour and then garnish them before serving. Or, you can garnish and serve them immediately. This is totally up to you. Either way, enjoy!

Notes

Serves: About 12 2-Ounce Shots

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

12

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 247Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 277mgCarbohydrates: 33gFiber: 1gSugar: 31gProtein: 1g

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