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Sparkling Candy Cane Shooter

A festive non-alcoholic shooter combining peppermint and sweet flavors, perfect for holiday gatherings.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 ounces (60ml) Peppermint Syrup
  • 1 ounce (30ml) Vanilla Syrup
  • 1 ounce (30ml) White Chocolate Syrup
  • 1 ounce (30ml) Heavy Cream or Half-and-Half
  • Plenty of Ice
  • 2–3 standard Crushed Candy Canes, for rimming
  • Small Candy Canes or Peppermint Sticks, for garnish (optional)
  • 1–2 drops Red Food Coloring (optional)
  • Whipped Cream, for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Unwrap 2-3 standard candy canes and crush them into a mix of fine powder and small shards for rimming.
  2. Dip shot glasses in simple syrup or water and then into the crushed candy canes.
  3. In a cocktail shaker, combine peppermint syrup, vanilla syrup, white chocolate syrup, and heavy cream.
  4. Shake vigorously with ice for 15-20 seconds until chilled.
  5. Strain into prepared shot glasses, filling each almost to the top.
  6. Top with whipped cream and garnish with a mini candy cane. Serve immediately.

Notes

For an extra frosty treat, chill shot glasses before serving. Adjust sweetness with more or less syrup as desired.

  • Author: mehdilmh
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan-friendly

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 shooter
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 20mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: holiday drink, non-alcoholic, festive shooter, peppermint, candy cane