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Boozy Birthday Cake Shots

March 17, 2012 - 85 Comments

Boozy Birthday Cake Shots via Sweetapolita

Happy St. Patty’s Day to you! So this won’t be the longest post I’ve ever written, or the most Irish (aside from the fact that I really am 25% Irish) for that matter, but I wanted you to know that I’m here (bearing sprinkly booze), and I’m back in action. Over the past few months I’ve been working on some projects that are sort of behind-the-scenes (and I hope to soon share), and it’s meant less frequent blog posts, so thanks for being patient with me. I’m happy to say that I’m almost caught up and ready for a new phase!

I wanted to share this boozy delight with you to get the weekend off to the right start, because it’s just too much fun not to. Remember I mentioned in my last post, that some girlfriends and I had some fun with Birthday Cake Shots a recent birthday get-together? I discovered cake shots after perusing the Pinnacle vodka site while I was planning cakey drinks to make at the party, and there was no way I was letting that go. I probably don’t have to tell you that bringing out cake vodka, whipped cream, sprinkles and more during a birthday party (or anytime) will definitely elicit some serious party-goer enthusiasm.

Boozy Birthday Cake Shots via Sweetapolita

Even though I’m not a frequent alcohol drinker, discovering cake flavoured vodka has been a pretty life-changing experience. I suddenly find myself randomly texting friends & family when I discover a new cake martini variation and googling things like “cake shooter recipes.” And I may or may not have started to carry sprinkles in my evening bag. Oh wait, I was already doing that.

Too. Much. Cakey. Sprinkly. Boozy. Fun.

Here’s the recipe for the cake shots I made, as well as a handful of boozy treat links from some blogging friends (below):

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Boozy Birthday Cake Shots
Servings: 1 shot (easily multiplied)
Ingredients
  • 1 ounce 30 ml cake-flavoured vodka (e.g. Pinnacle or Three Olives)
  • 1 teaspoon 5 g dry white cake mix
  • 1/2 ounce 15 ml chocolate liqueur
  • 1/2 ounce 15 ml half & half (10.5-18% fat cream)
  • whipped cream for topping
  • sprinkles for topping
Instructions
  1. Shake all ingredients in a martini shaker with ice and strain into sprinkle-rimmed (optional) shooter or shot glass and top with whipped cream and more sprinkles.

Sweetapolita’s Notes

  • The dry cake mix dissolves right into the drink when you shake it up in the martini shaker, I promise.
  • If you can only find the cake vodka, you can always use more in place of the whipped cream vodka or chocolate liqueur–it’s good both ways! Or, so they tell me. *ahem* You actually can’t go wrong–you can improvise with any sweet liqueur along with the cake vodka. For some reason it all seems to work. Again, so they tell me.
  • Okay, I know I now sound like the Pinnacle poster girl, but if you click here, you can find 5 pages of cake vodka drink recipes!
  • Please don’t cake & drive. xo

For other boozy delights from fellow bloggers, check out this yumminess:

Jessica’s Cake Batter Martini’s

Michael’s Chocolate & Bourbon Pudding

Naomi’s Thin Mint & Bailey’s Chocolate Floats

Steph’s Bourbon & Brown Butter Brownies

Naomi’s Irish Car Bombs Jell-o Shots

Good luck & enjoy!

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Comments

  1. heather says

    March 17, 2012 at 10:08 am

    Those look amazing!

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  2. Cookbook Queen says

    March 17, 2012 at 10:11 am

    Rosie, these are almost too pretty to drink!!!

    Almost. But I would manage to drink several of them, trust me.

    I loooove Pinnacle Cake Vodka and I’m pretty sure I have some in the fridge. These need to happen at my house!!

    Reply
  3. IFeelCook says

    March 17, 2012 at 10:17 am

    I don’t drink alcohol but I’d make the effort to eat one (or more) of these cake shots… ;) Lovely!

    Reply
  4. Anna says

    March 17, 2012 at 10:20 am

    How yummy! Cake vodka! I never knew! Looks like I’ll be adding this to my shopping list! My birthday is next month so i may make these along with cake!

    Reply
  5. corie says

    March 17, 2012 at 10:39 am

    These sound wonderful-can’t wait to try. I’m glad to hear you’re back, you’ve been missed!

    Reply
  6. Patisserie Paris says

    March 17, 2012 at 10:53 am

    Please say you’re coming out will a book. I. will. die.

    These look sooo yummy!

    Happy St. Patricks Day!

    Reply
  7. I Sugar Coat It! says

    March 17, 2012 at 11:03 am

    These look so tempting! The LCBO seems to only carries the Whipped flavour in Pinnacle brand, so I got the Cake flavour across the border a couple months ago. I have the Whipped and the Cake and have made the Strawberry Shortcake cocktail – GOOD! I was waiting for warmer weather to try some of the cake-related recipes, don’t think I can hold off any longer – these look sooooo very deliciou! Thx.

    Reply
  8. I Sugar Coat It! says

    March 17, 2012 at 11:04 am

    *carry and delicious – oops!

    Reply
  9. Kathy - Panini Happy says

    March 17, 2012 at 11:08 am

    Lol, I can totally imagine you carrying sprinkles in your evening clutch! These look so fun and festive, Rosie!

    Reply
  10. Averie @ Love Veggies and Yoga says

    March 17, 2012 at 11:30 am

    cake flavoured vodka would make anything instantly better…these sound so fabulous!

    Reply
  11. Amanda says

    March 17, 2012 at 12:36 pm

    Just gorgeous Rosie! You are so creative!

    Reply
  12. Kathryn says

    March 17, 2012 at 1:51 pm

    What a fabulous idea for a party and I absolutely adore your way of serving them. I need a girls night pronto!

    Reply
  13. Let's Do Cake says

    March 17, 2012 at 2:34 pm

    Birthday shots…what will they come up with next! Love the idea and we are going to share this on our wall! LOVE your blog!

    Reply
  14. Uncle Beefy says

    March 17, 2012 at 2:53 pm

    Cake? Booze? Sprinkles? DONE! :)

    Reply
  15. Jennifer S E says

    March 17, 2012 at 3:01 pm

    These look so yummy and FUN! I never heard of cake vodka before and you are right! There are tons of yummy sounding drinks out there! I was just thinking about planning a surprise party and several of these fun drinks will be making the party menu! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  16. Jackie Thompson says

    March 17, 2012 at 3:04 pm

    Cake vodka?? Who new there was such a thing?? It always amazes how many ways cake can be incorporated into everyday things. Your creativity is endless, Rosie!

    Reply
  17. Anna Picorale says

    March 17, 2012 at 3:21 pm

    You’re officially my hero!

    Reply
  18. Cassie says

    March 17, 2012 at 3:44 pm

    Cake vodka is life changing! I made a cake for a friend’s birthday using the vodka incorporated into homemade whipped cream, over a chocolate cake with maraschino cherries. Another drink to try is mixing the vodka with a glass of pineapple juice and adding a hint of grenadine, top with whipped cream and a cherry on top. Tastes just like a pineapple upside down cake. I am relatively new to baking and I have seen on TV cake shows where decorations like fondant are attached with vodka to the cake, wouldn’t it be awesome to use cake vodka instead of regular to add just a hint of cake-ness after the alcohol evaporated? Yes, please!

    Reply
  19. CupcakeKiller says

    March 17, 2012 at 3:45 pm

    I adore the glasses. Please share the source.

    Reply
    • Brenda says

      March 26, 2012 at 2:53 pm

      Try Bed, Bath & Beyond or Total Wines and More. They both carry the shot glasses.

      Reply
      • Becka says

        March 16, 2014 at 2:58 am

        Question…are those the ‘test tube’ type of shot glasses? Or just the tall, straight skinny kind? It’s hard to tell by the picture.

        PS, love this idea! I’ll be making them on my birthday, as well!

        Reply
  20. Katrina says

    March 17, 2012 at 5:29 pm

    I need to hop on this cake vodka train. My, my!

    Reply
  21. nikki says

    March 17, 2012 at 5:30 pm

    OMG these would most certainly send any self confessed cakeholic into rehab! The “oirish” would certainly give these a “shot” on Paddys Day…..a green white and orange version springs to mind.
    ps I’m 100% “oirish” and a cakeaholic. Fabulous Rosie!

    Reply
  22. nicole @ I am a Honey Bee says

    March 17, 2012 at 6:27 pm

    these are adorable!! I would never think of putting bday cake mix in but it sounds so perfect!

    Reply
  23. Sweetsugarbelle says

    March 17, 2012 at 6:54 pm

    I guess I need to track down some cake vodka!!!

    Reply
  24. Barbara | Creative Culinary says

    March 17, 2012 at 6:55 pm

    These look so adorable but I just grimace at the words ‘cake vodka.’ I’m OK if I’m the lone wolf; just can not stand it! But I love what you do so we can disagree this once right? :)

    Reply
  25. TuRBoTuTLe says

    March 17, 2012 at 8:56 pm

    Oh my … these are lovely … I love Vodka … don’t know about the sweetness, but I love cake and will try anything, and they are oh sooo cute … but I must have the glasses … please share!!

    Reply
  26. Linda says

    March 17, 2012 at 10:30 pm

    WONDERFUL !!!!!!!

    Reply
  27. Holly W says

    March 17, 2012 at 10:51 pm

    what are the odds! I just bought my first bottle of Cake Vodka and am drinking lots of tasty cake-flavored drinks tonight.
    These look so delicious, and I love the tall shot glass you have used!

    Reply
  28. naomi says

    March 18, 2012 at 12:46 am

    LOVE LOVE LOVE this, Rosie. I’m a huge Pinnacle fan myself!

    Reply
  29. marla {family fresh cooking} says

    March 18, 2012 at 8:13 am

    Such fun little drinks & can’t wait to hear all your GREAT news Rosie!

    Reply
  30. Sabrina says

    March 18, 2012 at 8:54 am

    Oh my god, I just found your blog and even though I only had a brief look I am already in love with all the cupcake and sprinkles galore that’s happening here! I really want to try your recipes straight away – only problem is: I can’t decide which one to start with!

    Reply
  31. Katie says

    March 18, 2012 at 9:10 am

    So cute and fun…XoXo

    Reply
  32. Elly says

    March 18, 2012 at 11:20 am

    These look soo yummy. My birthday is in a week…might just have to check it out!

    Reply
  33. Melissa @ Best Friends For Frosting says

    March 18, 2012 at 5:27 pm

    I would love to walk in your shoes just for a day. You will never not blow me away. Thanks for always inspiring me.

    Reply
  34. Shiloh says

    March 18, 2012 at 6:11 pm

    I’ll hav to remember this for my BFF and her birthday!

    Reply
  35. Julia {The Roasted Root} says

    March 18, 2012 at 6:47 pm

    A birthday cake shot sounds delicious. I didn’t realize there was such think as cake flavored vodka until reading your post – this is great information! I’m one of those people who gets the bday cake ice cream eeeeeeeevery time at Coldstone, so I would have no qualms about tossing back an ice cold bday cake shot. They’re gorgeous! Hope you had a fun weekend!

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  36. Paula says

    March 19, 2012 at 8:49 am

    I’ve never had a cake shot. Dangerously fun! Congratulations on all the recent projects, looking forward to hearing about them.

    Reply
  37. Ridgely's Radar says

    March 19, 2012 at 10:10 am

    Sounds delish!

    Reply
  38. Mel says

    March 19, 2012 at 1:55 pm

    Looks so cute !! Definitely trying that. Now I need to find a party :p

    Reply
  39. MikeVFMK says

    March 19, 2012 at 6:29 pm

    Love boozy desserts, Rosie! And these look so adorable. And I bet incredibly delicious. Thanks for including mine as well!!

    Reply
  40. Jessica @ How Sweet says

    March 19, 2012 at 10:44 pm

    Agreed – the cake vodka has changed my life! These are too adorable. Thanks for sharing my martinis!

    Reply
  41. M.E says

    March 19, 2012 at 10:48 pm

    your blog is amazing and your recipes look delicious :) your newest follower from Singapore!

    Reply
  42. Sylvie @ Gourmande in the Kitchen says

    March 20, 2012 at 12:06 am

    Such a fun idea!

    Reply
  43. Shelly says

    March 20, 2012 at 8:30 am

    Those drink/desserts are amazingly awesome! Where do I get those cool glasses?

    Reply
  44. Geli says

    March 20, 2012 at 11:41 am

    These look awesome! Cake & vodka together = happiness!!

    Reply
  45. Jennah says

    March 20, 2012 at 9:00 pm

    My husband and I just made this in martini form… And I think pinnacle is nearly my least favorite vodka now. However, I’m kind of a vodka snob. We are going back out now for chocolate liqueur to use instead of the whipped vodka and I think that will solve the issue. Other than that, I love the idea, it’s the perfect dessert for the bachelorette party I am throwing this weekend! Thanks for perfect timing!!

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  46. Kimberley - Dream. Delight. Inspire. says

    March 21, 2012 at 2:59 am

    These are absolutely gorgeous. Going to go on a hunt for cake flavoured vodka! Thanks for sharing the recipe. :)

    Reply
  47. Ally Jean says

    March 21, 2012 at 11:23 am

    OMG! These shots will be PERFECT for my birthday this Friday. They are just too cute!

    I featured your recipe on my blog, stop by and say hello!

    http://allyjeanhellyer.blogspot.com/2012/03/food-crush-its-my-birthday.html#more

    Reply
  48. Donna Renee' says

    March 21, 2012 at 11:02 pm

    sweetapolita! Can I just say…I have absolutely fallen head over heels with you and your sweets! U R Divine! Love Love Love…You make my eyes, heart and soul happy!

    Reply
  49. Ella Coquine says

    March 22, 2012 at 8:52 am

    What a darling idea! I was wondering how to use the Three Olives Cake vodka…now I know!

    I will try this after I’ve shed some of this winter weight.

    Great blog!!!!

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  50. meaghan (the decorated cookie) says

    March 27, 2012 at 10:35 am

    Dang, I wish it my my birthday soon! Except for the getting older part. These are gorgeous!

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  51. Mandy says

    March 29, 2012 at 11:28 pm

    These look wonderful! I can’t wait to try them! But may I ask where you got the adorable little metallic sprinkles? I think they’re my favorite part about the recipe!

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  52. Tabitha says

    April 3, 2012 at 7:34 pm

    Where can you get those shot glasses like in the pic?? :) Can’t wait to make!!

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  53. Justina says

    April 4, 2012 at 11:23 pm

    I use cake vodka and bailey’s irish cream. I’ve been making them for a while now and my friends love them!

    Reply
  54. Andrea says

    April 7, 2012 at 8:41 pm

    Cake Vodka + Pineapple Juice = Upside down pineapple cake … YUMMMM

    Reply
  55. Kate says

    April 10, 2012 at 3:31 pm

    You could even use alcoholic whipped cream!

    http://www.whippedlightning.com/

    YUMM!

    Reply
  56. Russell van Kraayenburg says

    April 19, 2012 at 10:43 am

    These are the coolest things I’ve ever seen, hands down. And why I didn’t know about cake vodka is a mystery to me! Where did you get those adorable test tubes?

    Reply
  57. Lexxi says

    April 19, 2012 at 2:21 pm

    Too bad alcohol and dairy doesn’t mix too well in your stomach.

    But they look delicious!

    Reply
    • Janna says

      April 21, 2012 at 3:42 am

      Try Coffeemate Vanilla creamer instead of the half and half and Cool Whip instead of the whipped cream.

      Reply
  58. Janna says

    April 21, 2012 at 3:38 am

    For a non-alcoholic version, substitute Jones cream soda for the vodkas. I also add the soda to the alcohol version to make it a little less strong and even slightly refreshing! So good!

    Reply
  59. Tina says

    May 4, 2012 at 9:24 pm

    Sounds YUMMY!! I love cake!!

    Reply
    • Pevita says

      June 25, 2015 at 3:46 am

      Soo yummy, love the birthday cake :)

      Reply
  60. Roxanne says

    May 6, 2012 at 8:16 pm

    Oh My Gosh!!!!! okay,,, now instead of wanting to give my birthday away…and not age another year….. these make me say… bring it on……I was thinking of trying the cookie dough vodka from Pinnacle,, but I think this one will be next…… thank you will let you know how the party ends :)

    Reply
  61. Hecate says

    May 25, 2012 at 7:16 pm

    I will try this and add the Alcohol Infused Whipped Cream instead. Woo hoo! :)

    Reply
  62. Ashley says

    June 9, 2012 at 12:45 am

    What kind of glasses are those?! Double shot shooters seem too large! Those almost look like potion viles, lol!

    Reply
    • Rosie @ Sweetapolita says

      June 10, 2012 at 8:09 am

      They do, for certain, Ashley! Those are fun shooter glasses I received as a gift a long time ago. You can find similar vile-type shooter glasses at home stores and even on Amazon. I hope that helps!

      Reply
      • Ashley says

        June 11, 2012 at 12:07 pm

        Thank you!!!! I think I found some nifty ones on Amazon! :)

        Reply
      • Tonya says

        June 21, 2012 at 4:52 pm

        What size is the shooter glass that you have shown? I am assuming 2 oz… is that correct?

        Reply
  63. Niki says

    June 17, 2012 at 7:11 pm

    That looks like a fun time! lol
    Work from Home like ME: http://www.nikiempleo.ws

    Reply
  64. Kymberly says

    June 22, 2012 at 3:00 pm

    These are amazing!! Do you know where I can find a non-alcoholic version?

    Reply
    • Beverly says

      September 1, 2012 at 8:34 pm

      LOL Kymberly alcohol doesn’t count when it comes in whipped cream and cake flavoring.

      *wink*

      Reply
  65. Alyssa says

    July 19, 2012 at 4:08 pm

    Just picked up some Pinnacle Whipped vodka for the weekend because of this. Let’s see how it goes!

    Reply
  66. Margie says

    July 23, 2012 at 3:00 am

    I’ve had the bottle and you gave me the ideas… YES!

    Reply
  67. Beverly says

    September 1, 2012 at 8:32 pm

    I am officially in love! LOL WOW.. this is so up my alley! I LOVE LOVE LOVE the flavored vodkas for us girls who like girly drinks! But I’m in heaven with cake flavors and whipped cream. You literally melded everything I love (with the exception of my man… who I could technically drizzle this down and…. never mind.. totally different type of post LOL) but wow…. this is a keeper and a definite must. Hmmmmm… I’m thinking since we’re getting married in October… wedding cake shots? LOL

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  68. Callie says

    September 3, 2012 at 11:01 pm

    I really want to make these for my party!! How much in advance can these be made so I don’t have to take time out of my party to prepare? Can’t wait to try this!!

    Reply
    • Sue says

      November 27, 2012 at 4:53 pm

      I’d also like to try to make in advance, did you ever try and see if you could do ahead?

      Reply
  69. Tiffany says

    September 7, 2012 at 2:11 am

    I made these at a friends birthday party that I hosted and they were a big hit! I used more cake in place of the chocolate liquor. I am making them again tomorrow for my room mates birthday and I am trying them with UV Chocolate cake vodka. Hopefully they are even better than last time!

    Reply
  70. Kimmi says

    October 29, 2012 at 7:33 pm

    Three Olives also makes a great cake flavored vodka! I like the vodka on its own, but adding the whipped chream and sprinkles makes it that much more fun! Great presentation and excellent photography. Cheers!

    Reply
  71. Alex says

    January 8, 2013 at 6:17 pm

    These look delicious! but my friend is allergic to dairy, can i substitute the half and half cream for something else?

    THanks

    Reply
  72. Evonne says

    April 26, 2013 at 6:14 pm

    Questions……. could I make these and store them in the fridge for a day???

    Reply
  73. Alecia says

    November 28, 2013 at 11:39 am

    So we are celebrating my boyfriends birthday this weekend. Can i mix all this up ahead of time to save time? or would it go gross right away if i mixed it and put it in the fride?

    Reply
  74. Lisa says

    December 11, 2013 at 6:00 pm

    Can anyone tell me if this shot would work for a pitcher drink? To make ahead of time (3 hours). Thanks!!

    Reply

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