An Oatmeal Cookie cocktail is a delicious drink that tastes just like its namesake.

The Oatmeal cookie is a longtime favorite of ours, because of the delicious and distinct flavor.

It can be made with or without ice cream, and it can serve one or many with my easily adaptable recipe.

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An oatmeal cookie drink is the more refined, boozy dessert cocktail version of a classic oatmeal cookie shot. I’m sharing two versions of this drink today: the original shot option and then an updated version that is made for a festive adult sip!

Not only does this cocktail have a fun name, it has fun ingredients too! Hosting a cookie exchange this year for the holidays? Serving these oatmeal cookie cocktails would be the perfect choice!

This Oatmeal Cookie Shot tastes just like a delicious baked cookie. It’s a cocktail that can be made as a traditional creamy holiday drink, or you can go a step further and add ice cream for more of a shake.

It’s a great way to get your crowd into the spirit when you’re hosting for the holidays. This creamy drink is a favorite among bartenders and partygoers for good reason – It’s got a complex flavor with a creamy finish.

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  • Made with or without ice cream
  • Perfect for parties
  • Tastes like dessert
  • Easily adaptable

Ingredients and Substitutions

  • Cinnamon Schnapps – This is a distilled, high proof (80 to 100 proof) spirit flavored with cinnamon. There are many brands of cinnamon schnapps, and the actual flavor will depend on the brand you choose.  Some favorites include Goldschlager, Aftershock, Firewater and Hot Damn!.
  • Bailey’s Irish Cream – This is a combination of whiskey and cream, which is enjoyable on its own or mixed into a cocktail. Any type of Irish cream will work here.
  • Kahlua – This liqueur is rich, creamy and infused with coffee flavor. Its unique flavor comes from the ingredients including corn syrup, vodka and rum.
  • Milk – Or half and half. Use whatever you have on hand!

Variations

  • Add ice cream (as directed below)
  • Don’t enjoy the heat of cinnamon schnapps? Butterscotch schnapps provides a vanilla and brown sugar flavor that can easily substitute.
  • Use homemade cinnamon sugar for the rim.
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How to Make

  1. In a shaker, mix together cinnamon schnapps, Bailey’s, Kahlua and splash of milk.
  2. Pour into two shot glasses and enjoy!

Creamy ice cream makes this sippable treat one of my favorites. My two-ingredient no churn vanilla ice cream is a delicious pairing for the ingredients in the Oatmeal Cookie cocktail. 

  1. Mix equal parts of cinnamon schnapps, irish cream and Kahlua in a blender with one cup of ice cream. (All parts are equal as listed in the recipe card, plus ice cream.)
  2. Blend your oatmeal cookie drink and serve in a rimmed glass. 

Don’t have ice cream available? 2% or whole milk will work in a pinch, though the end result won’t be quite as decadent and creamy when blended.

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Tips

  • The oatmeal cookie cocktail is a great signature cocktail for a party. I always like to serve in a pretty pitcher (depending on your crowd, always have a back up pitcher in the fridge, too!).
  • I love preparing the rim of my glasses before guests arrive, and placing them in the bar area near the cocktail pitcher so I am fully prepared!
  • Place your ice bucket nearby and guests will serve themselves.
  • Crushed Ice – Sometimes, it’s the little things. While crushed ice is not necessary for a margarita, it really makes such a difference! Check out our favorite nugget ice maker.
  • Want a creamier cocktail? Simply add more half and half to your heart’s content. There are no rules here!
  • It’s so easy to make this recipe in larger quantities for a crowd. Simply use the +yield–  tool included in the printable recipe card to scale it for a pitcher!

Scaling up, down or substituting? You’ll love this printable Measurement Conversion Chart!

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The Oatmeal Cookie drink serves beautifully in a cordial or brandy glass. Rimming the glass with crushed cookie is easier than it looks and makes this boozy shake memorable for all who enjoy!

I used sugar cookies but your favorite cinnamon, butter, or oatmeal cookie will work.

Don’t have cookies in your house? I wish I had your willpower! Gold or light brown sugar crystals would pair nicely with this oatmeal cookie drink. Granulated sugar also works well in a pinch. 

  1. Simply place a handful of cookies in your food processor and crush into fine pieces. 
  2. Prepare a batch of simple syrup. It is a clear and sticky and makes the crushed cookies stick to the rim. It only takes 5 minutes to make a batch of this homemade cocktail ingredient using my simple syrup recipe.
  3. Using two small plates, pour simple syrup onto one and crushed cookies on the other. First, dip the rim of your glass in the simple syrup, and second, into the crushed cookies.
  4. Prepare your rimmed glasses beforehand and place on a tray. Keep the two small plates of simple sugar and crushed cookies, along with clean, empty glasses available for guests who come back for seconds.

Looking for a pretty goblet to serve your snowball cocktail? I love this simple goblet, but any pretty glassware will do! 

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How to Store

  • At Room Temperature – For up to two hours before and after serving.
  • Refrigerate – Store these oatmeal cookie cocktails in the fridge for up to 48 hours after serving. Be sure to store in an airtight container.
  • Freeze – To turn these oatmeal cookie cocktails into a frozen slush!

Dietary Considerations

  • Gluten Free
  • Nut Free
  • Vegetarian

As always, I’d love to hear from you. Do you love dessert cocktails like this oatmeal cookie drink as much as we do? Want to see more of these types of recipes? Let me know!

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Oatmeal Cookie Cocktail

This oatmeal cookie cocktail is a flavorful, dessert style shot and dessert cocktail. Rimmed with cinnamon sugar and crushed cookies, it's unforgettable when served as an ice cream oatmeal cookie cocktail!
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 0 minutes
Total: 5 minutes
Servings: 2
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Ingredients  

  • 1 ounce cinnamon schnapps
  • 1 ounce coffee liqueur
  • 1 ounce Irish Cream Liqueur
  • 1 tablespoon milk

Optional

Instructions 

  • In a shaker, mix together cinnamon schnapps, Bailey's, Kahlua and splash of milk.
  • Pour into two shot glasses and enjoy!

Julie’s Tips

It’s so easy to turn this oatmeal cookie shot recipe into a boozy shake that’s perfect for dessert! My two-ingredient no churn vanilla ice cream is a delicious pairing for the ingredients in the Oatmeal Cookie cocktail. 
  • All amounts in this recipe remain the same, simply add one cup of ice cream and other ingredients into blender.
  • Blend and serve in a rimmed glass.
  • Don’t have ice cream available? 2% or whole milk will work.
  • Don’t enjoy the heat of cinnamon schnapps? Butterscotch schnapps provides a vanilla and brown sugar flavor that can easily substitute.
Calories: 152kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 4mg | Sugar: 15g | Calcium: 8mg

Estimated nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and is not guaranteed.

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