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Home » Type » Drinks » Cocktails » Easy 10 Minute Gingerbread Cocktail Recipe – Festive Christmas Cocktail {video}

Easy 10 Minute Gingerbread Cocktail Recipe – Festive Christmas Cocktail {video}

December 7, 2022 by Faith Leave a Comment

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In this pretty Gingerbread Cocktail, the cozy, festive flavors of gingerbread and eggnog blend with vanilla ice cream and spiced rum for a holiday treat that’s equally decadent and delicious. And it’s easy to make it into a nonalcoholic gingerbread milkshake for the kids!

frozen gingerbread cocktails on wooden table with festive decorations

Gingerbread anything is one of my favorite Christmas flavors. (If it’s right up your alley too, check out my gingerbread roundup for inspiration!)

And of course eggnog.

And because it’s the holidays, a festive libation is in order. Spiced rum is a natural choice.

gingerbread cocktail with rum

That was my train of thought when I came up with this gingerbread cocktail recipe with rum. It combines the warm spices of gingerbread with the richness of eggnog and the creaminess of vanilla ice cream for a festive, decadent treat that’s hard to resist.

Even if you make your own simple syrup to rim the glasses, this cocktail takes just 10 minutes to whip up. It’s a great recipe to have up your sleeve for when you need a quick and easy Christmas cocktail.

And you can make a Christmas mocktail (gingerbread milkshakes!) for the kiddos instead with one easy swap. Skip the rum and add more eggnog!

Give this a try and I think it’ll become one of your new favorite holiday dessert cocktails.

overhead view of gingerbread cookie cocktail

In This Article

  • Why You’ll Love This Recipe
  • The Best Easy Frozen Gingerbread Cocktail Recipe
  • Pro Tip: Make a Gingerbread Milkshake Instead
  • Gingerbread Cocktail FAQs
  • More Gingerbread Recipes to Make
  • Gingerbread Cocktail Recipe

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • It’s just so darn cute. The little gingerbread men (people?) take it over the top.
  • And it’s absolutely delicious. Gingerbread cookies and eggnog are a match made in heaven. Even with the spiced rum, this gingerbread Christmas cocktail tastes like a milkshake!
  • It whips up in 10 minutes, even with the pretty rimmed glasses. Keep this recipe on hand for when you have last-minute friends or family pop by during the holidays.
festive christmas cocktails with gingerbread men

The Best Easy Frozen Gingerbread Cocktail Recipe

Ingredients

For the Rims:

  • Sugar and water – these ingredients are for making a simple syrup; you first dip the rims in simple syrup so the crushed cookies stick. If you prefer, you can use store-bought simple syrup
  • Crushed gingerbread cookies – this makes a delicious, festive-flavored rim for serving these cocktails; if you prefer, you can use festive colored sanding sugar instead

For the Gingerbread Cocktail:

  • Gingerbread men cookies – or gingersnap cookies
  • Vanilla bean ice cream – go for the good stuff here, after all it’s the holidays
  • Eggnog – using eggnog instead of milk as the base adds tons of flavor
  • Spiced rum – or regular rum, or vodka, or gin; or for a mocktail, omit the alcohol and use more eggnog

For Garnish:

  • Whipped cream – you can whip it yourself, use the stuff from a can, or even go with Cool Whip. Use what you love, I’ll never be the wiser
  • Gingerbread men cookies – gingersnaps work great as a garnish too
  • Cinnamon sticks – these are purely decorative
gingerbread cocktails on wooden table with holiday decor

Step by Step Instructions

Step 1: Rim the Glasses:

how to rim glasses for gingerbread cocktails

Dip the rims of the glasses in the simple syrup, and then in the crushed gingerbread cookies.

Step 2: Crush the Cookies:

crushing gingerbread cookies in blender

Add the cookies to a blender and pulse a few times to break them up.

Step 3: Blend it Up:

gingerbread cocktail ingredients in blender

Add all remaining ingredients for the frozen cocktail to the blender, and blend until combined.

Pro Tip: Make a Gingerbread Milkshake Instead

For a nonalcoholic version (aka, a milkshake!), simply omit the rum and add more eggnog.

gingerbread cocktail recipe graphic

Gingerbread Cocktail FAQs

What Liquor is Good with Ginger?

Spiced rum is my favorite liquor paired with the flavor of ginger. Dark rum, light rum, gin, and vodka are all good choices, but some type of rum is definitely my favorite.

What Can I Use Instead of Gingerbread Men Cookies?

For this gingerbread cocktail recipe, you can use homemade gingersnap cookies or store-bought gingersnap cookies.

How Much Alcohol is in This Cocktail?

You might be wondering how strong this drink is.

This spiked drink makes 2 servings and has the equivalent of 1 shot per serving. As far as boozy cocktails go, it’s not too strong, but strong enough.

Be careful because with the creaminess of ice cream and eggnog and the spices of gingerbread cookies, this Christmas cocktail is easy to drink. Pace yourself and please drink responsibly.

front view of gingerbread cocktail in glass

More Gingerbread Recipes to Make

  • Spiced Gingerbread Scones
  • Gingerbread Caramel Candy
  • Homemade Gingerbread Syrup (To Make Lattes)
easy gingerbread cocktail

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xoxo, Faith

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Gingerbread Cocktail Recipe

By: Faith Gorsky
In this pretty Gingerbread Cocktail, the cozy, festive flavors of gingerbread and eggnog blend with vanilla ice cream and spiced rum for a holiday treat that’s equally decadent and delicious. And it’s easy to make it into a nonalcoholic gingerbread milkshake for the kids!
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 0 mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 2 servings
Calories 658 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

For the Rims:

  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons crushed gingerbread cookies or colored sugar

For the Frozen Gingerbread Cocktail:

  • 1/2 cup gingerbread men cookies or gingersnap cookies
  • 1 1/2 cups vanilla bean ice cream
  • 1/2 cup eggnog
  • 3 ounces spiced rum 6 tablespoons

For Garnish:

  • 1/2 cup whipped cream
  • 2 gingerbread men cookies
  • 2 cinnamon sticks

Instructions
 

For the Rims:

  • Add the sugar and water to a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Remove from the heat and cool to room temperature. This is called simple syrup.
  • Dip the rims of 2 glasses in the simple syrup, and then in the crushed gingerbread cookies.

For the Frozen Gingerbread Cocktail:

  • Add the cookies to a blender and pulse a few times to break them up.
  • Add all remaining ingredients for the frozen cocktail to the blender, and blend until combined.

To Serve:

  • Pour the frozen cocktail into the rimmed glasses. Top with the garnishes.
  • Serve immediately.

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Faith’s Tips

  • Nonalcoholic Version: To make this a milkshake instead, simply omit the rum and add more eggnog.
  • Instead of Making Simple Syrup: You can use store-bought simple syrup instead.
  • What Type of Cookies to Use Instead of Gingerbread Men: For this gingerbread cocktail recipe, you can use homemade gingersnap cookies or store-bought gingersnap cookies instead of gingerbread men.
  • Important Note: Be careful because with the creaminess of ice cream and eggnog and the spices of gingerbread cookies, this Christmas cocktail is easy to drink. Pace yourself and please drink responsibly.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Gingerbread Cocktail Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 658 Calories from Fat 198
% Daily Value*
Fat 22g34%
Saturated Fat 7g44%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
Cholesterol 80mg27%
Sodium 359mg16%
Potassium 365mg10%
Carbohydrates 80g27%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 53g59%
Protein 13g26%
Vitamin A 744IU15%
Vitamin C 2mg2%
Calcium 325mg33%
Iron 0.4mg2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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