Pineapple Upside Down Cake Shot

This colorful 3 ingredient pineapple upside down cake shot is sweet and fruity with layers of pineapple juice, vanilla vodka, and grenadine.

Why this recipe works

We love dessert shooters, and this pineapple upside down cake shot is the perfect little shot that doesn’t require a chaser thanks to its sweetness. It’s clearly based on the classic pineapple upside down cake, with all the flavors you know and love like pineapple and cherry except it’s spiked with vodka and served in liquid formation.

Ingredients you will need

Get all measurements, ingredients, and instructions in the printable version at the end of this post.

Ingredient Info and Substitution Suggestions

LIQUOR – We use vanilla vodka for this recipe, though you can substitute it with cake vodka, whipped cream vodka, or regular vodka if you’d prefer.

JUICE – Make sure to get a pineapple juice that has good clarity. You don’t want pulp in this shooter so you can see the layers perfectly.

How to Make a Pineapple Upside Down Cake Shot

These step by step photos and instructions are here to help you visualize how to make this recipe. You can Jump to Recipe to get the printable version of this recipe, complete with measurements and instructions at the bottom.

1. Add vanilla vodka to your shot glass. We like using tall skinny shot glasses for these.
2. Pour in the pineapple juice.
3. Carefully add the grenadine. You can pour it over a spoon to minimize the discoloring or allow it to sit for a minute to settle at the bottom.
   

Frequently Asked Questions & Expert Tips

If you aren’t a fan of vodka, you can try a white amaretto or white rum in these shots.

Serving Suggestions

A pineapple upside down cake shot is a sweet little shooter perfect for birthday parties or for whenever you’re looking for a quick and easy shot to enjoy with friends or guests. Optionally top the shot glasses with a maraschino cherry for good measure, and for an extra fun touch, add a dollop of whipped cream!

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