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A festive cocktail is my favorite way to level up any gathering, and this super fun PeepTini recipe is perfect for making any celebration even more fun. It’s made using Peeps-infused vodka, vanilla vodka, and heavy cream, and it’s garnished with the famous marshmallow candy!

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It’s no secret here that I love my homemade infusions, and this is one of my wilder ones, right up there with candy corn vodka. Candy infused liquor is just plain fun! It mixes just the right amount of nostalgia and indulgence, and creates delicious desert martinis that make the perfect lil sweet treat for happy hour or dessert.

As someone who’s been developing homemade drink recipes for over a decade, I can say this is one of my most creative concoctions. Serve it alongside a platter of rice krispie treats or even a plate of freshly baked cookies and you’re set for dessert! Want a drink that the kids can enjoy, too? Make a batch of Peeps simple syrup for homemade Peeps soda pop and let them loose on an Easter egg hunt!

why this PeepTini is perfect:

🍬 tiny treat. My issue with a lot of sweet drinks is they are just too big to finish without getting a sugar rush. This adorable dessert cocktail is perfectly portioned for a small indulgence.

🎉 festive. While Peeps are probably most famous for showing up around springtime, they make other seasonal appearances too!

🤩 wow-factor. There’s no better way to take any party to the next level than serving up a batch of fun drinks, and it doesn’t get cuter than putting a Peep in a cocktail!

🛒 ingredients

A labeled ingredient shot of the ingredients used to make a peep martini cocktail.
  • Peeps-infused vodka – this homemade infused peeps marshmallow vodka acts more like a liqueur because of the sugar content of the Peeps, but it’s still packs a punch. If you don’t have a batch ready, you’ll need an extra couple of hours to prepare it.
  • vanilla vodka – vanilla vodka helps to round out the flavor of this cocktail. You can use a storebought brand of vodka like Absolut Vanilia or if you have the time in advance, you can even make your own homemade vanilla infused vodka.
  • heavy cream – I’ve used both heavy cream and whole milk to make this recipe, and both work nicely. The high fat content helps to create a fuller bodied drink, whereas a lighter milk will leave the cocktail tasting watery.
  • ice – you’ll need ice for shaking the cocktails and also for chilling your glassware, unless you can pop your glasses in the freezer before assembling! Choose larger cubes for shaking your cocktail so that the drink gets chilled quickly without being diluted too much.
  • marshmallow Peeps candy – each drink is garnished with a Peep candy, so make sure to have enough to garnish every drink.

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🍳 instructions

Chilling coupe glasses for a martini.

1: Chill your cocktail glass by either placing it in the freezer or filling it with ice while you mix the other ingredients.

Adding peep infused vodka to a cocktail shaker with ice.

2: Add ice to your cocktail shaker and pour in the Peeps vodka.

Adding vanilla vodka to a cocktail shaker.

3: Pour in the vanilla vodka next.

Adding heavy cream to a cocktail shaker.

4: Add the 1 ounce of heavy cream last, then shake all ingredients to combine.

5: If you used ice to chill your glass, dispose of it now. Strain the cocktail into your chilled glass.

A marshmallow peep has been skewered onto a cocktail pick.

6: Skewer a peep onto a cocktail pick, this helps it stand up straight in the glass. Place the marshmallow peep in the martini and if desired, garnish with a small dollop of whipped cream.

A hand from out of frame is grabbing a peep martini cocktail.

💡tips & tricks for getting it right

🍽️ serving tips

  • sweet ending – this is the perfect sweet dessert cocktail for finishing a meal or gathering! Serve these as a dessert to finish your Easter brunch or dinner.
  • holiday parties – while they started as an Easter candy and are most used around the Easter holiday, peeps also come in other holiday varieties like Halloween and Christmas! You can make this martini recipe using any seasonal peeps marshmallows you like. What’s cuter than an orange pumpkin peep martini for a movie marathon?!?

ℹ️ troubleshooting tips

Martinis typically don’t have many ingredients, but things can still go wrong. Try these troubleshooting tips if you run into any issues.

  • too small – the total volume of this drink is about 4 ounces, so be sure to serve it in a small glass like a nick and nora glass or a small coupe glass instead of a large martini glass. If you don’t have a glass that is small enough, you can serve it over ice to compensate for the empty space.
  • too sweet – this drink is sweet, there’s no escaping it! If you find it’s just too sweet for your tastes, you can add another half ounce of vodka to offset the sweetness.

🔆 top tip

If you want to garnish your cocktails with a peep, skewer it on a cocktail pick instead of trying to float it in the glass or place it on the rim of the glass.

♻️ substitutions & variations

Missing an ingredient? No problem. Check out these tried-and-true substitutions, or comment below with your question. I’m here to help you troubleshoot!

  • non-dairy milk – use whatever milk you prefer for your peeps martini, just keep in mind that the creaminess will be affected. Coconut cream or cashew milk would work nicely, but they both may impact the flavor a bit.
  • flavored vodka – you can swap the vanilla vodka for another flavored vodka, like white chocolate or whipped cream vodka if you have a half-used bottle hanging around your liquor cabinet.
  • mocktail – you can turn this drink into a mocktail by omitting both vodkas. Use a peeps simple syrup and a touch of vanilla extract in place of the peeps vodka. You can also use your favorite alcohol alternative spirit, or simply add an ounce of water.

🧰 equipment needed

  • cocktail shaker – a good ole reliable cocktail shaker is the perfect tool for the job of mixing up this easy recipe.
  • coupe glass – choose a small-sized glass like a Nick & Nora glass or a small martini or coupe glass for the best presentation.
  • measuring beaker or jigger – these essential cocktail tools will help you to make sure you’ve got the right proportions of each ingredient.
  • cocktail picks – you’ll need one cocktail pick per martini to help prop up the peep in each glass.

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Vodka PeepTini Cocktail (Fun Peeps Martini Recipe)

This super fun PeepTini recipe is perfect for making any celebration even more fun. It’s made using a Peeps infused vodka, vanilla vodka, and heavy cream, and it’s garnished with none other than the famous marshmallow candy!
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Course: Beverages, Cocktails
Cuisine: American
Keyword: holiday cocktail, peeps
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 378kcal
Author: Lindsey Neumayer

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces Peeps infused vodka
  • .5 ounceas vanilla vodka
  • .5 ounces Peeps simple syrup optional
  • 1 ounce heavy cream or whole milk
  • ice for shaking cocktails
  • whipped cream optional, for topping

Instructions

Chill Your Glasses & Make the Garnish

  • Chill your cocktail glass by either placing it in the freezer or filling it with ice while you mix the other ingredients.
  • Skewer a peep onto a cocktail pick, this helps it stand up straight in the glass.

Prepare the Cocktail

  • Add ice to your cocktail shaker.
  • Add 2 ounces of peeps infused vodka to your shaker.
  • Pour in the .5 ounce of vanilla vodka next.
  • Add the 1 ounce of heavy cream last, then shake all ingredients to combine.
  • Add .5 ounce of Peeps simple syrup if desired, for extra marshmallow flavor and color.
  • If you used ice to chill your glass, dispose of it now. Strain the cocktail into your chilled glass.
  • Place the marshmallow peep in the martini and if desired, garnish with a small dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition Information

Servings: 1
Calories: 18mg
Total Fat: 18mg
Saturated Fat: 18mg
Trans Fat: 18mg
Cholesterol: 18mg
Sodium: 18mg
Carbohydrates: 18mg
Fiber: 18mg
Sugar: 18mg
Protein: 18mg

The information provided is an estimate based on an online nutrition facts calculator and actual nutrition facts may vary.

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