Fall Indulgence: Apple Pie and Pumpkin Pie Shots for Your Next Holiday Gathering!

Fall Indulgence: Apple Pie and Pumpkin Pie Shots for Your Next Holiday Gathering!

Posted by Avid Armor on Nov 30th 2023

Step into the heart of the holiday season, where warmth and joy abound in every festive gathering. If you're eager to enhance your celebration with delightful flavors, we have just the thing for you! Discover the secrets behind crafting the perfect Apple Pie and Pumpkin Pie Shots – guaranteed crowd-pleasers for your holiday soirée. Infuse your gathering with the essence of fall and create memorable moments. Let's explore the art of crafting these delectable shots that will undoubtedly be the highlight of your holiday festivities!

Apple Pie Shot Recipe

Ingredients:

1-3 green apples, sliced
1-3 red apple, sliced
4-6 cinnamon sticks
1-2 cups plain vodka (can also use caramel or vanilla flavored vodka)
Simple syrup, optional (for added sweetness)
Caramel sauce 
Whipped cream
Ground cinnamon
Cane sugar

Note: The amount of ingredients will vary based on the chamber vacuum sealer model you have and the maximum size of chamber pouch it holds. 

Ingredients for apple pie shots

Directions:

1. Prepare the Apples

  • Wash and slice the green and red apples. 

2. Infuse the Flavors 

  • Place the sliced apples and cinnamon sticks into the Avid Armor chamber pouch. 
  • Pour vodka over the apples and cinnamon sticks until they are well-submerged. Ensure the chamber pouch is no more than halfway full.
  • Run a marinate cycle 2-3 times to ensure the flavors infuse perfectly. 

making apple pie shots    apple pie shots in chamber pouch

3. Enhance Sweetness (Optional)

  • For added sweetness, consider incorporating simple syrup into the infused mixture. Adjust according to your taste preferences. 

4. Seal the Deal

  • After running the marinate cycles, use the seal only function to heat seal the pouch.

5. Get Ready to Serve or Chill

  • If ready to serve immediately, continue to step 5.
  • If waiting until right before the gathering, chill in the fridge to further let the flavors meld together.

6. Rim the Shot Glass

  • Dip the rim of each shot glass into caramel sauce, ensuring an even coating.

coating rim of shot glass in caramel

7. Cinnamon Sugar Coating

  • Roll the caramel-coated rim in a mixture of cinnamon and cane sugar for that extra burst of flavor. 

cinnamon sugar coated shot glass

8. Pour and Garnish

  • Cut a corner off the chamber pouch to create a pour spout. 
  • Carefully pour the infused apple pie vodka mixture into each prepared shot glass. 

pouring apple pie shots

9. Add the Final Touches

  • Finish off each shot with a dollop of whipped cream, creating a delightful contrast to the infused apple and cinnamon flavors.
  • Sprinkle with a pinch of ground cinnamon.

whipped cream

10. Serve and Enjoy

  • Present these Apple Pie Shots at your holiday gathering and watch as your guests savor the unique blend of autumn-inspired goodness. Cheers!

apple pie shots

Pumpkin Pie Shot Recipe

Ingredients:

1/2-1 can pumpkin puree 
1-3 tsp vanilla extract
4-6 cinnamon sticks
2 tsp pumpkin pie spice (more for topping)
1-2 cups vanilla vodka
Maple syrup, optional (for added sweetness)
Marshmallow fluff 
Cane sugar
Whipped cream

Note: The amount of ingredients will vary based on the chamber vacuum sealer model you have and the maximum size of chamber pouch it holds. 

pumpkin pie shots

Directions:

1. Create the Pumpkin Base

  • Spoon the pumpkin puree into an Avid Armor chamber pouch. 

2. Infuse the Flavors

  • Pour vanilla vodka over the pumpkin puree until it is fully-submerged. Ensure the chamber pouch is no more than halfway full.
  • Add the vanilla extract and pumpkin pie spice. 
  • Run a marinate cycle 2-3 times to ensure the flavors infuse perfectly. 

placing cinnamon sticks into a chamber pouch    pumpkin infused vodka

3. Enhance Sweetness (Optional)

  • For added sweetness, consider incorporating maple syrup into the infused mixture. Adjust according to your taste preferences.

4. Seal the Deal

  • After running the marinate cycles, use the seal only function to heat seal the pouch.

5. Get Ready to Serve or Chill

  • If ready to serve immediately, continue to step 6.
  • If waiting until right before the gathering, chill in the fridge to further let the flavors meld together.

6. Prepare the Rim

  • Dip the rim of each shot glass into marshmallow fluff, ensuring a generous and even coating.

7. Spice up the Rim

  • Roll the marshmallow-fluffed rim in a mixture of cinnamon, cane sugar, and pumpkin pie spice. 

cinnamon sugar rimmed shot glass

8. Pour the Pumpkin Mixture

  • Cut a corner off the chamber pouch to create a pour spout. 
  • Carefully pour the prepared pumpkin pie shot into each rimmed shot glass.

9. Add the Final Touches

  • Top each shot with a dollop of whipped cream, creating a creamy and indulgent layer.
  • Sprinkle with a pinch of pumpkin pie spice for that extra burst of seasonal flavor.

whipped cream on pumpkin pie shots    sprinkling pumpkin pie spice on pumpkin pie shots

10. Serve and Enjoy

  • Present these Pumpkin Pie Shots at your holiday gathering, and let your guests revel in the rich, spiced goodness of fall. Cheers!

taking photo of pumpkin pie shots

As we wrap up this delightful journey into the world of festive flavors, we hope these Apple Pie and Pumpkin Pie Shots bring an extra layer of joy to your holiday gatherings. The warmth of cinnamon, the sweetness of apple, and the comforting notes of pumpkin—all blended into these small but mighty shots designed to leave a lasting impression. So, raise your glasses, toast to the season, and savor the moments shared with loved ones. Cheers to creating new traditions and indulging in the simple pleasures that make the holidays truly special. Here's to a season filled with warmth, joy, and the sweet memories crafted in each sip. Happy celebrating!