I have to admit that this recipe for Pistachi-Gnome Pudding Shots is one of my favorites.
It’s super fast, easy, and flexible to whip up a batch of these yummy pistachio pudding shots.
And if you use sugar-free instant pudding and fat-free milk, these pudding shots make you feel like you’re seriously indulging .
Even though you aren’t!
Pistachio Pudding Shots with Vodka
Plus, they are so creamy and green and festive, especially when topped with a nice fluffy cloud of whipped cream!
And I do mean it when I say that these Pistachi-Gnome Pudding Shots are flexible.
Use the regular Pistachio Instant Pudding if sugar isn’t an issue.
Although I still recommend the fat-free milk because it seems to set up easier than whole or 2%.)
And if you want your pudding shots a bit stronger, feel free to use more vodka and less milk.
Or leave the vodka out entirely so the kids can enjoy their own Pistachi-Gnome Pudding Shots.
Quick and easy pudding shots for the holidays
These pudding shots are such a quick and easy holiday treat, you might want to consider keeping supplies on hand all through the holiday season.
Whip up a batch at holiday meals or Christmas parties or to enjoy while watching your favorite holiday family film.
And while we’ve named them for gnomes, there’s no reason you can’t serve them for The Grinch!
This is one recipe everyone is sure to love!
(Except, perhaps, your Elf-on-the-Shelf. He might get jealous.)
Pistachi-Gnome Pudding Shots
Yes, we know, Pistachi-gnome is a bad pun for pistachio pudding shots.
But my, we do love some bad puns!
So let’s make some pistachio pudding shots!
Your elf on the shelf will be jealous of our “Pistachi-Gnome” Pudding shots.
After all, a pistachio pudding by any other name would be just as, well, (less) fun.
While we have prepared our Pistachio Pudding Shots with a Christmas theme, they are also perfect to serve for St. Patrick’s Day too!
Minus the gnome shot glasses, naturally.
Ingredients you need to make Pistachi-Gnome (Pistachio) Pudding Shots
- 1 Pistachio Pudding Packet (we used sugar-free)
- 4 oz vodka
- 1 1/2 cups fat-free milk
- Whipped Cream for topping
Make it a Mocktail instead
It’s really easy to make these without the alcohol.
If you want to serve it without alcohol, leave out the vodka and use 2 cups of milk instead of 1 1/2 cups of milk.
Simply follow the instructions on the box of instant pistachio pudding mix.
Then scoop some into your shot glass and add a dollop of whipped cream!
How to make Pistachi-Gnome Pudding Shots
In a mixing bowl, combine the pistachio pudding packet, vodka, and milk.
Beat with a whisk for 2 minutes.
Refrigerate for at least 5 minutes before serving.
Using a small scoop, scoop the pudding into your shot glasses and top with a dollop of whipped cream.
Can I make the shots stronger or weaker?
You may adjust the vodka / milk ratio if you like your shots to be stronger or weaker.
If you add two ounces of vodka, take away two ounces of milk, and vice versa.
I don’t recommend using more than 6 ounces of vodka as the pudding needs the milk to set.
Pro tip: Do not use soy milk in this recipe!
It won’t set up well.
I also find that fat-free milk sets up better than whole or 2% milk.
Also, if you give it a bit longer than 5 minutes to set up, the texture will be firmer.
More fun Christmas drinks to enjoy
Sparkling Honey Cranberry Ginger Punch
Gingerbread White Russian Cocktail
Peppermint Hot Chocolate Coffee
Chocolate Covered Cherry Martini
Chocolate Covered Raspberry Martini
Highland Whiskey Hot Chocolate
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Pistachi-Gnome Pudding Shots
Equipment
- Measuring Cup
- Jigger
- Bowl
- Whisk
- Small Scoop
- Shot glasses
Ingredients
- 1 packet Pistachio Instant Pudding
- 4 oz Vodka (leave out for Mocktail)
- 1 ½ cups Fat-Free Milk (2 cups for Mocktail)
- Whipped Cream for Garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the pistachio pudding packet, vodka, and milk.
- Beat with a whisk for 2 minutes.
- Refrigerate for at least 5 minutes before serving.
- Using a small scoop, scoop the pudding into your shot glasses and top with a dollop of whipped cream.
Notes
Nutrition
Hi, I’m Jennifer. I love to cook and entertain. I have a lot of fun sharing traditional food and drink recipes as well as putting a new spin on the classics. I strive to provide easy to make recipes that are perfect for the home cook, bartender and entertainer.
I really like eating pistachio pudding, so it made sense for me to try this shot. It was yummy!