These creamy, cinnamon-packed Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shots combine RumChata and Fireball with a cinnamon-sugar rim for a sweet, cinnamon-spiced drink! Ready in just 5 minutes, they’re perfect for parties, game nights, or dessert drinks!

Growing up, I couldn’t get enough of the sweet cinnamon milk at the bottom of a Cinnamon Toast Crunch bowl. That was always the best part! This Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shot brings back that same flavor with creamy RumChata and a splash of Fireball cinnamon whiskey. It’s sweet, smooth, and reminds me of my favorite childhood cereal, just like my RumChata Root Beer Floats put a fun twist on a classic treat!
Quick Look: Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shot Recipe
- Taste: Sweet, creamy, and cinnamon-spiced, just like the cereal milk from Cinnamon Toast Crunch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Servings: 2 large shots
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Tools: Cocktail shaker and shot glasses
- Garnish Variations: Cinnamon-sugar rim, crushed Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal, or whipped cream with a sprinkle of cinnamon
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shots – Creamy RumChata & Fireball Party Favorite
- Nostalgic: Brings your favorite childhood Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal to life as a grown-up cocktail.
- Delicious: Creamy RumChata and spicy Fireball cinnamon whiskey create a sweet, cinnamon-packed flavor.
- Quick & Easy: Just a few ingredients and ready in 5 minutes, perfect for entertaining or making drinks at home.
- Customizable: Rim shot glasses with crushed cereal, add whipped cream, or double the batch for larger gatherings.
Ingredient Notes
See the printable recipe card below for exact measurements.

- RumChata: A creamy, horchata-inspired liqueur made with real dairy cream and Mexican spices. It gives these shots their sweet, creamy flavor.
- Cinnamon Flavored Whisky: Fireball is our go-to, but any cinnamon whiskey works. Fireball is also great in recipes like my Fireball Jello Shots, perfect for parties and game nights.
- Cinnamon/Sugar: Mix 2 parts sugar with 1 part cinnamon to rim the shot glasses for that classic sweet-cinnamon flavor.
Variations & Tips
- Non-Alcoholic Version: Swap the RumChata for milk or cinnamon cream syrup and the Fireball for cinnamon syrup.
- Batch Version: Multiply the ingredients for parties and keep the mixture chilled in a pitcher until ready to serve.
- Garnish Ideas: Sprinkle crushed Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal on top, add whipped cream, or use a little corn syrup to help the crushed cereal stick to the rim.
- Another Cinnamon Drink: For another sweet cinnamon drink, try my Cinnamon Roll Cocktail!
- Holiday Parties: If you’re planning a Christmas gathering, my RumChata Christmas Cocktails are another creamy drink option made with RumChata.
- Pro Tip: Shake with ice and chill your shot glasses beforehand for an extra cold, creamy sip.
How to Make Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shots

Step 1. Rim 2 shot glasses with cinnamon and sugar.

Step 2. Add ice to a cocktail shaker.

Step 3. Pour in the RumChata and Fireball cinnamon whiskey.

Step 4. Shake well and strain into the prepared shot glasses. Enjoy your Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shots! Please drink responsibly.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these sweet party shots at brunches, tailgates, or as a dessert cocktail. They make a fun dessert-in-a-glass for parties or a late-night treat. Add whipped cream or a sprinkle of crushed Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal for extra flavor. For another creamy drink option, pair these shots with my RumChata Iced Coffee!
If you’re planning a dessert-themed party, my Boozy RumChata Chocolate Pudding is another fun option that can be served in individual shot cups.
Such a fun drink to make! Love the flavor of it!
Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shots Recipe FAQs
A Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shot combines creamy RumChata and Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey with a cinnamon-sugar rim. The RumChata adds a sweet cinnamon and vanilla flavor, while Fireball gives it a little kick. Together, they taste like the cereal milk from Cinnamon Toast Crunch!
Yes! For a non-alcoholic version, replace the RumChata with milk or cinnamon cream syrup and the Fireball with cinnamon syrup. You can also add crushed Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal or whipped cream on top.
More Cocktail Recipes You’ll Love
These cinnamon sugar rim shots are a fun, grown-up twist on your favorite childhood cereal! Sweet, creamy, and full of cinnamon flavor, they’re perfect for parties, game nights, or sharing with friends.
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Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shots Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 oz RumChata
- 2 oz Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey
- Cinnamon and sugar, for rimming the glasses
Instructions
- Rim 2 shot glasses with cinnamon and sugar.
- Add ice to a cocktail shaker.
- Pour in the RumChata and Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey.
- Shake well and strain into the prepared shot glasses. Enjoy! Please drink responsibly.
Notes
- Non-Alcoholic Version: Replace RumChata with milk or cinnamon cream syrup and Fireball with cinnamon syrup.
- Batch Version: Multiply the ingredients for larger gatherings. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve, then shake individual portions with ice.
- Pro Tip: Shake with ice and chill your shot glasses beforehand for an extra cold, creamy sip.
- Garnish Variations: Try a cinnamon-sugar rim, crushed Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal, or whipped cream with a sprinkle of cinnamon.










Kristin H says
Creamy and delicious!
Skye says
Kristin, thank you for posting this recipe! My husband’s side of our family has a reunion every November, and one of the highlights is the Greedy Grab gift basket exchange. Some call it a White Elephant Exchange. My basket for 2023 included jars of homemade pre-mixed cocktails. A pint jar of your Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shots was nestled in with a jar of Manhattans and a jar of Bloody Marys. Your Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shots were the star of the Grab. Forget the other jars LOL 😆 Everyone wanted the basket because of the Cinnamon Toast. 2024’s basket will be a 16-ounce flip-top bottle of Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shots, a jar of cinnamon sugar, and a cocktail shaker. 🍸 Again thank you for posting this recipe 😀
Kristin says
Omgosh I love hearing this and what a fun gift exchange idea!! Glad it was a hit with everyone!!
Kelly says
Great! So fun drink! Thanks for sharing!
Kristin says
Yay! Glad you enjoyed!
Beryl says
best! This is so fun and different! I’m a fan
Kristin says
Enjoy!
Jimmy says
Such a fun drink to make! Love the flavor of it!
Kristin says
Glad you enjoyed!
Laura Smedley Foster says
Can’t wait for the weekend. It will be a Family event!!!
Kristin says
Haha, I like your family! Enjoy!!
Home Plix says
This cinnamon toast recipe is really amazing. I just love it. Thanks for sharing your amazing recipe.
Kristin says
Glad you enjoyed!!