Pumpkin Pie Martini
When you serve this pumpkin pie martini at your next fall get-together, you're bound to have all your guests asking for the recipe! It's sweet and creamy, and it tastes just like a pumpkin pie in a glass.
🔍 Recipe At-A-Glance: Pumpkin Pie Martini
- ⏰ Prep Time: 5 minutes
- 🎃 Flavor Profile: Sweet, spicy-pumpkin pie in a glass!
- 🍸 Booze Used: Vanilla vodka adds to the baked good flair.
- 🥳 Good For: Fall parties and get-togethers, Thanksgiving dinner, Friendsgiving, or just an autumnal treat yo' self day
- 🧡 Difficulty: Super easy. You're a shake away from this martini!
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🧡 Why You'll Love This Recipe
Hey there: This pumpkin pie martini is exactly what it sounds like-a cocktail that tastes straight up like my homemade pumpkin pie recipe! This is perfect for sipping throughout the harvest season, but it's really great for Thanksgiving.
Here's why you'll love this recipe:
- Pumpkin pie in a glass: I have a thing for recreating pumpkin pie flavor in other foods (hellloooo, pumpkin pie overnight oats and pumpkin pie smoothie), but this might be the best pumpkin pie redux of them all.
- Boozy, but not too boozy: With just the right amount of vanilla vodka, this tastes like a cocktail without knocking you on your bum. If you need a not-at-all-boozy drink for the kids, mix up a batch of my witches' brew recipe to serve alongside the grown-ups' martinis.
- Easy as pie: No, actually, it's easier! This cocktail comes together in less than 5 minutes using mostly pantry ingredients.
🍸The Ingredients You Need
- Vanilla vodka: this is my liquor of choice in this martini because it adds a layer of flavor, but plain vodka would also work
- Pumpkin puree: I recommend using straight pumpkin puree (homemade pumpkin puree would work, too) instead of pumpkin pie filling, unless you want a very sweet cocktail.
- Pumpkin pie spice: This is what gives this martini the classic pumpkin pie flavor. Use store-bought or DIY your pie spice by following the note in the recipe card.
- Cinnamon sugar: This is to rim your martini glass, and I know it feels like a fussy step, but the cinnamon-sugar "crust" on the glass adds so much flavor.
Make sure to check the recipe card below for the full ingredients list, along with quantities and my expert tips and tricks.
🔁 Variations & Substitutions
- Use regular vodka: Skip the vanilla vodka and just swap in plain vodka for a similar result.
- Use pumpkin pie filling: Canned pumpkin pie filling will make this cocktail extra sweet and spicy, so just keep that in mind!
- Freeze your whipped cream: Yup, frozen whipped cream clouds help keep this cocktail chilled and look great on the drink. Instructions for that are in the recipe card.
- Garnish with more spices: Sprinkle on ground cinnamon or more pumpkin pie spice for an extra boost of pumpkin pie flavor.
📷 How to Make a Pumpkin Pie Martini
Step 1: Prep your martini glass by dipping the rim in water, then again in cinnamon sugar. This step isn't necessary, but it sure gives your pumpkin pie martini a nice cinnamon addition.
Step 2: Combine all the ingredients in a cocktail shaker.
Step 3: Give it a good shake-roughly 20-25 times. The mixture should be creamy, smooth, and be the color of a pumpkin pie!
Step 4: Strain the liquid into your prepared glass. Discard the ice.
Step 5: Add a dollop of whipped cream to the top of your glass, followed by a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon if desired.
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🙋🏻♀️ Pumpkin Pie Martini FAQs
Vanilla vodka, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, half and half, vanilla extract, and maple syrup come together to make a sweet and boozy pumpkin pie martini
I wouldn't recommend making your pumpkin martini ahead of time because it does tend to separate upon sitting. Luckily, it takes just a couple minutes to whip them up!
👩🏻🍳 My Expert Tips & Tricks
- Rim your glass: You don't have to, but it elevates the drink and the cinnamon sugar "crust" on the glass is so delightful!
- Adjust the maple syrup: I've offered a baseline amount of maple syrup for a sweeter cocktail, but if you like something less sweet, adjust that down.
- Make it a mocktail: Leave out the vanilla vodka and you've got a sweet, festive mocktail to serve to all ages!
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📖 Recipe
Pumpkin Pie Martini
Ingredients
- 1 ½ ounces vanilla vodka
- 3 tablespoon pumpkin puree
- 1 ounce maple syrup
- 1 ounce half and half
- ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- A handful of ice cubes
- Cinnamon sugar for the rim
- Whipped cream for topping, optional
Instructions
- Prepare your martini glass by dipping the edges in water, then dipping again in the Cinnamon sugar.
- Make the cocktail by adding 1 ½ ounces vanilla vodka, 3 tablespoon pumpkin puree, 1 ounce maple syrup, 1 ounce half and half, ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract, and A handful of ice cubes to your cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously, about 20-25 times, then strain out into your martini glass and discard the ice.
- Top with a dollop of Whipped cream (or a frozen whipped cream cloud, see notes) and dust with more pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon! Serve!
Notes
- This recipe can easily be doubled to make two martinis.
- To make frozen whipped cream clouds: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a can of ready-to-use whipped cream, spray dollops of whipped cream onto the parchment paper and place them in the freezer for at least 60 minutes before making your martini.
- Regular vodka can be used in place of the vanilla vodka, but the martini won't be quite as sweet.
- You can also use pumpkin pie filling instead of the plain pumpkin puree for an extra sweet cocktail!
- To make your own pumpkin pie spice, combine 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 2 teaspoons ground ginger, 1 teaspoon ground cloves, and ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg. Use ½ teaspoon of this mixture in each martini.
- This drink is best when made and served immediately.
This is such a fun addition to a Halloween party!