White Russian Shots

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These White Russian Shots are easy to make with only 3 ingredients and are mini versions of the classic cocktail. Top them off with whipped cream for a dessert shooter that is perfect for the holidays.

Turning classic cocktails into mini shot versions is a great idea and you can do it with almost any drink. Like with these Mini Espresso Martini Shots, this Mudslide Shot, or these Margarita Shots.

These mini White Russian Shots are very sweet shooters. For some other dessert like shot recipes, try these Salted Caramel Shots or this Carrot Cake Shot.

And if you just love White Russians, you need to try this White Russian made with Rumchata.

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• Why You’ll Love This Recipe
• Ingredients & Substitutions
• How To Make White Russian Shots
• Expert Tips
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Tastes like dessert — These shots are super sweet, delicious shots that taste like dessert. And since they are in shot form, they are not nearly as heavy as drinking a whole dessert cocktail.
• Holiday recipe — These are a great recipe to make for friends and family at Thanksgiving or Christmas.
• 3 Ingredients — All you need are easy to find ingredients (Kahlua, vodka and cream).

Ingredients & Substitutions

• Vodka: Use your favorite type of mid-shelf vodka. If you want to make the shot a bit sweeter, you could try using cake vodka, whipped cream vodka or vanilla vodka instead.
• Kahlua: Kahlua is the most popular type of coffee liqueur, but you can use any other coffee liqueur as a substitute. You could even use espresso or strongly brewed coffee if you prefer.
• Cream: Typically White Russians are made with cream for the richest flavor, but if you want a healthier alternative, you can use whole milk. If you are looking for a unique variation, you could replace the cream with Baileys Irish Cream or Rumchata.

How To Make White Russian Shots

Step 1: Add the vodka, Kahlua and cream to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.

Step 2: Shake well for 20 seconds and strain into your shot glasses.

Expert Tips

• Chill the shot glasses. These shots taste best when they are served extra cold. Chill your shot glasses in the fridge or freezer for about an hour before making the shots.
• Add some garnish. Add some garnish to make these shots extra decadent. Add a dollop of whipped cream (try this espresso flavored whipped cream), some chocolate shavings, a drizzle of chocolate syrup, or some Christmas themed sprinkles.
• Replace the vodka. If you are looking to reduce the alcohol content of these shots a bit, try replacing the vodka with either Baileys Irish Cream or RumChata.

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