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Can't wait to let you in on my go-to peppermint shots for the holidays! These dreamy little sips are basically Christmas you can drink - they mix cool minty freshness with creamy white chocolate and they're finished with crunchy candy cane pieces on top. Everyone always asks for seconds when I bring these out!
Festive Wonder in a Shot
The best thing about these treats is they work as both a yummy drink and a sweet dessert. You don't need any complicated tools to make them! They've got this super smooth texture and that sweet minty kick that'll get anyone feeling the holiday vibes.
What You'll Need to Grab
- Half and Half: This makes everything nice and creamy. If you want it even creamier, just swap in some heavy whipping cream instead.
- White Chocolate Syrup: Brings the sweetness and smooth chocolate hints. Melted white chocolate works great too.
- Peppermint Extract: A tiny bit gives you that cool minty taste everyone loves.
- Corn Syrup: This helps stick the crushed candies to your glass rim.
- Crushed Peppermints or Candy Canes: They make a pretty, crunchy decoration around the edge.
- Whipped Cream: The perfect fluffy topping to finish everything off.
Whipping Up Holiday Cheer
- Get Your Glass Ready
- Put some corn syrup on one small plate and crushed peppermints on another. Dip your shot glass rim in the syrup first, then into the candy bits so they stick all around.
- Pour In The Cream
- Fill your decorated glass about halfway with the half and half.
- Add Some Sweetness
- Pour in the white chocolate syrup to make everything extra tasty.
- Drop In The Mint
- Add just a few drops of peppermint extract and give it all a gentle stir.
- Top It Off
- Finish with a dollop of whipped cream. You can also scatter more crushed mints, chocolate bits, or festive sprinkles on top if you want.
Pro Tricks I've Learned
The better your ingredients, the tastier these shots will be! I always grab real cream rather than substitutes. That crunchy rim isn't just for looks – it adds amazing texture! When I run out of syrup, I just melt some white chocolate chips and they turn out fantastic!
Make Them Extra Fancy
These look amazing when served in tiny martini glasses! I love letting guests fix up their own shots with different toppings laid out on the table. Tiny candy canes and colorful holiday sprinkles make them look super cute.
Holiday Happiness Guaranteed
The thing I adore about this is how easy yet fancy it seems. You don't need special equipment or skills to make them! The flavors work together perfectly and they always make people smile at parties.
Switch Things Around
Don't be afraid to try new versions! Dark chocolate can replace the white for a different taste, or add a splash of vanilla. You can easily make them without alcohol by using peppermint syrup. Sometimes I throw in smashed cookies or shimmery edible glitter for extra pizzazz.
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Common Questions
- → Can I fix these shots before my guests arrive?
- You can prep the glass edges early, but it's best to mix the shots right before serving. If they sit too long, the cream and chocolate might separate and won't taste as good.
- → How do I make the candy cane edges look amazing?
- Grind the peppermints into small bits. Spread corn syrup all around the rim, then gently push it into your candy pieces for even coverage all around.
- → Can I turn this into a bigger drink?
- Sure! As the recipe says, you can serve it in small martini glasses as a mocktail. Just scale up all ingredients and tweak the peppermint flavor to your liking.
- → What's the easiest way to break up the candy canes?
- Put your candy canes in a zip bag and smash them with a rolling pin. You want small chunks, not powder – the little pieces stick better to the glass rim.
- → Can I swap the half and half for plain milk?
- You can use regular milk, but half and half gives that rich, creamy texture that makes this drink special. For an even creamier version, try using heavy cream instead.