This Frozen Mudslide Recipe is a creamy, chocolatey cocktail made with Kahlua, Bailey’s Irish Cream, vodka, and vanilla ice cream. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s like a boozy milkshake that’s perfect for hot summer days, holiday parties, or an after-dinner treat!
Looking for the ultimate creamy cocktail to treat yourself? This frozen mudslide is like an adult boozy milkshake with a chocolatey twist! It’s perfect for hot summer days, backyard BBQs, or girls’ night in. I first tried one on my honeymoon (cue the romantic music!), and now it’s our go-to when we want something sweet, strong, and sinfully good. Check out my Frozen Mudslide Pie for a dessert option that even the kids can enjoy!
Quick Look: Frozen Mudslide Recipe
- Taste: Sweet, chocolatey, with hints of coffee and Irish cream.
- Texture: Thick, smooth, and creamy, like a milkshake.
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Tools: Blender
- Servings: 4
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Here’s what you’ll need to whip up this mudslide cocktail. For exact measurements, check out the printable recipe card below!
- Vodka: I typically use regular vodka, but vanilla, whipped, or espresso vodka can give it an extra flavor boost.
- Coffee Liqueur: I use Kahlua since I always have it on hand, but any brand works. If you’re a Kahlua fan, you’ll also love my Boozy Kahlua Mudslide!
- Irish Cream: Bailey’s is my go-to brand, but any brand works. This creamy liqueur combines cream, chocolate, and sugar with Irish whiskey.
- Vanilla Ice Cream: My go-to for this frozen mudslide, but chocolate ice cream or coffee-flavored ice cream works too.
- Chocolate Syrup: Optional, but highly recommended! Drizzle it inside your glasses before pouring in the mudslide, and add a little extra on top if desired.
How to make a Frozen Mudslide Drink
With just a blender and a few ingredients, you’ll have a creamy, boozy milkshake ready to enjoy in minutes!
Step 1. Pour the vodka into a blender.
Step 2. Add Kahlua.
Step 3. Pour in the Bailey’s Irish Cream.
Step 4. All three liquors should now be in the blender.
Step 5. Add the vanilla ice cream to the blender.
Step 6. Secure the lid and blend for 20-30 seconds until smooth and creamy. If you’d like it thicker, add a little more ice cream. Drizzle chocolate syrup inside your glasses, pour in the blended drink, and top with whipped cream, chocolate sprinkles, or chocolate shavings. Serve immediately with straws and enjoy your homemade frozen mudslide cocktail!
Blending Tips
- Soften the ice cream slightly: Let it sit out for a few minutes so it blends more easily with the vodka, Kahlua, and Bailey’s.
- Adjust the consistency: If your frozen mudslide is too thick, add a splash of milk. If it’s too thin, blend in a little more vanilla ice cream. If you love frozen cocktails that taste like milkshakes, my Boozy Mint Chocolate Chip Milkshakes are another fun one to try!
- Chill your glasses: Pop them in the freezer for a few minutes before serving to help keep your drinks cold.
- Don’t overblend: Blend just until smooth and creamy so your mudslide stays thick like a milkshake.
Frozen Mudslide Recipe FAQs
A mudslide is a dessert cocktail made with vodka, Irish cream liqueur, and coffee liqueur. The frozen version is blended with ice cream or ice for a milkshake-like consistency.
Absolutely! Use ice cubes instead of ice cream, starting with about 4 cups and adjusting as needed. It won’t be quite as thick and creamy, but it’s still a tasty option!
Don’t let this drink fool you! Each glass contains about 3 ounces of liquor, so it packs a punch. It may taste like a milkshake, but it’s definitely one to enjoy responsibly!
More Boozy Drinks To Try
If you love this frozen mudslide, be sure to try my Pumpkin Spice Mudslides for a fun fall twist, or my Eggnog Mudslides for the holidays!
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Frozen Mudslide Drink Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 oz vodka
- 4 oz Kahlua
- 4 oz Bailey's Irish Cream
- 4 cups vanilla ice cream
- chocolate syrup optional
Instructions
- Add the vodka, Kahlua, Bailey's Irish Cream, and vanilla ice cream to a blender.
- Secure the lid and blend for 20-30 seconds, or until smooth and creamy.
- Drizzle chocolate syrup around the inside of each glass, then pour in the blended drink. Add whipped cream, chocolate sprinkles, or chocolate shavings if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Storage: This frozen mudslide is best served immediately, but you can freeze leftovers for up to 6 hours. Let them soften slightly, then give the mixture a quick blend before serving.
- Consistency: If your drink is too thick, add a splash of milk. If it’s too thin, blend in a little more vanilla ice cream.
- Ice Cream Options: Vanilla is my go-to, but chocolate or coffee ice cream works too!
- Serving Tip: Chill your glasses before serving to help keep your mudslides cold.
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Angela Campos says
This recipe turned out so amazing! I can’t wait to make it again…YUM!!!
Kristin says
Yay!! Love hearing this! Glad you enjoyed!
amy liu dong says
This sounds like a new recipe drink for me to try. It looks easy, delicious, and refreshing!
Kristin says
Hope you enjoy as much as we do!!
Catalina says
I whipped these up for girls’ night and they were a huge hit—so creamy and indulgent, like a grown-up milkshake!
Kristin says
Yay!! Glad you all enjoyed them!! Perfect for girls night!!
Paula says
This frozen mudslide cocktail was amazing! It was the perfect drink to serve with our grilled steaks last night, and everyone loved it.
Kristin says
Ohhhh such a yummy combo! Glad you enjoyed!
Maria says
We host a lot of barbecues through the summer, and this is going to be on our menu for all of them!
Kristin says
Yay!! Enjoy!!
Beth says
This is already calling my name. Our next summer party is going to have milkshakes for the kids and mudslides for the grownups!
Kristin says
Yay!! Love that idea! Enjoy!
Terre Baldwin says
Sounds like the perfect relaxation technique.
Malinda Shenk says
Is it just me or do major supermarkets & walmart no carry the Kahlau?? Where can I find it???
Kristin says
Depending on where you live, there was a new law that prevents grocery stores and chain stores from carrying liquor. You would need to go to a liquor store for it now. It is such a bummer as I loved the convenience of grabbing a bottle while shopping 🙂
Kathleen says
I love these too!
They are dangerous though…you tend to suck them down quickly and don’t realize how tooted you are till after 2 or 3 of ’em.
They make them verrrry strong at the VFW post.
Kristin says
Hehe, they most definitely are dangerous. I had a few the other night and after 2, I was definitely…..relaxed…..haha!!
Kristy says
Every switched the vanilla ice cream to chocolate ice cream or is that too rich?
Kristin says
I love this with chocolate ice-cream as well! It is perfectly sweet! Either way, vanilla or chocolate, you can’t go wrong!