A mudslide is a frozen blended dessert cocktail similar to a milkshake, but for the adults of course! This chocolate mudslide is creamy, delicious, and a perfect use for your Crown Royal chocolate whisky instead of the standard vodka for a deep flavor.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
The chocolate mudslide is a treat in a glass, combining the richness of chocolate with the creamy smoothness of a classic dessert cocktail! It’s essentially a boozy milkshake for adults – velvety, luscious, and perfectly sweet without being overpowering.
If you love the idea of dessert and cocktail rolled into one, this is a drink that checks all the boxes! It works just as well as an after-dinner treat as it does a festive party drink.
You can serve it on the rocks for a classic touch or blend it with ice like I do for a frozen mudslide that feels like an adult milkshake. The addition of Crown Royal chocolate whisky adds the perfect flavor complement to the Irish cream, chocolate, and coffee notes of the drink!
It’s the perfect choice when you want something decadent, comforting, and guaranteed to please both cocktail lovers and those with a sweet tooth!
Katie’s tip
Prefer a fruity drink instead? Check out my Crown Peach Drinks and Blackberry Crown Recipes for some great options!
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Ingredients List
- 1 ounce Crown Royal chocolate whisky
- ½ ounce coffee liqueur (such as Kahlua)
- ½ ounce Irish cream (such as Baileys)
- 1 ½ cups chocolate ice cream
- ½ Tbsp chocolate syrup (amount approximate)
- Whipped cream and chocolate sprinkles for topping (optional)
Ingredient Tips and Substitutions
- Since Crown Royal chocolate whisky is seasonal, you can substitute another chocolate whiskey (like Bird Dog or Ballotin), or a chocolate vodka. You can also use a plain liquor and add ½ ounce chocolate liqueur (like Godiva or creme de cacao) for flavor
- For a thicker mudslide, add up to ½ cup extra ice cream, or even some ice. To thin the drink, add a little heavy cream
On the Rocks Variation
To serve this drink on the rocks instead, omit the ice cream. Add an additional ½ ounce of chocolate liqueur to make up for the flavor difference. Shake the drink in a cocktail shaker and serve over ice in a glass. Add heavy cream (1-2 ounces) to dilute the drink as desired.
Step By Step Instructions
- Drizzle the bottom and inside of the glass with chocolate syrup
- Add ice cream, whiskey, Baileys, and Kahlua to your blender basin
- Blend on high, smoothie, or puree (depending on your available settings) until smooth. Adjust if needed with more ice cream or ice to thicken, or some heavy cream to thin
- Pour into prepared glass, and garnish with whipped cream and sprinkles if desired. Enjoy!
Pairing Suggestions
Desserts
- Chocolate Truffles – double down on the chocolate decadence!
- Cheesecake – the creamy tang balances the richness of the Mudslide
- Brownies or Lava Cake – fudgy, gooey desserts pair beautifully with the cocktail’s creaminess. Try a Trader Joe’s Lava Cake in the Air Fryer!
- Tiramisu – coffee and cocoa flavors echo the drink’s profile. My Tiramisu Mug Cake is the perfect easy option!
Snacks
- Biscotti – adds a crisp, nutty crunch that contrasts the silky drink. Make your own with my Air Fryer Biscotti Recipe
- Chocolate-dipped Strawberries – fruit adds freshness while keeping with the indulgent theme. Try my easy Microwave Chocolate Covered Strawberries!
- Shortbread Cookies – buttery and simple, they let the cocktail shine!
Savory Pairings
- Cheese Board – creamy brie, sharp cheddar, or blue cheese with nuts and dried fruit provide a savory counterpoint
- Salted Nuts – almonds, pecans, or cashews cut through the sweetness
- Prosciutto-wrapped Figs – a salty-sweet bite that pairs surprisingly well
Coffee Companions
- Espresso or Coffee Cake – reinforces the cocktail’s coffee-chocolate notes
- Dark Chocolate Espresso Beans – for a little crunch with a caffeine kick!
- Peanut Butter Whiskey Milkshake
Recipe FAQs
What Alcohol Is in a Mudslide?
A traditional Mudslide cocktail is made with vodka, coffee liqueur (like Kahlúa), and Irish cream (such as Baileys). This chocolate variation adds chocolate flavored whiskey instead of vodka for extra richness.
Are Mudslides Strong?
Mudslides are usually medium-strength cocktails. While they contain vodka or whiskey and liqueurs, the addition of cream or ice cream balances the alcohol content, making them taste smooth and dessert-like rather than overwhelmingly boozy.
What Is the Difference Between a Mudslide and a White Russian?
Both drinks share a base of vodka, coffee liqueur, and cream, but the Mudslide includes Irish cream, and is often served frozen. This addition makes the Mudslide sweeter, richer, and more dessert-like compared to the slightly stronger, more coffee-forward white Russian.
Are Mudslides Gluten Free?
Mudslides can be gluten free, but it depends on the brands of alcohol used. Many vodkas and Irish creams are naturally gluten free, but some flavored liqueurs or additives may contain gluten. Whiskey is generally considered gluten free post distillation, but it can vary.
Always check labels or choose certified gluten-free brands if you need a safe option.
Tips For the Best Chocolate Mudslide
- Chill the Glass – Pop your serving glass in the fridge or freezer for a few minutes before pouring. This helps keep the drink cold longer and gives it a more indulgent feel!
- Balance the Sweetness – Mudslides lean very sweet. If you prefer a less sugary version, opt for an on the rocks presentation (and omit the ice cream), and use heavy cream or half and half to dilute the sweet alcohols out
Serving and Presentation
- Glassware Choice – The frozen version is usually served in a hurricane glass. However, you can use a milkshake glass, iced tea glass, pint glass, mug, or mason jar. For a rocks version, use a lowball rocks glass of choice, or a coupe or martini glass for an elegant feel
- Chocolate Garnishes – Enjoy chocolate overload by adding shaved chocolate, cocoa powder dusting, or even a small chocolate square or truffle resting on the rim!
- Serve Well-Chilled – Whether shaken or blended, this cocktail is best icy cold. Always serve immediately for the creamiest texture and freshest taste!
Final Thoughts
This chocolate mudslide drink is creamy, delicious, and akin to a boozy adult milkshake! Of course, you can still enjoy it without ice cream and a blender, choosing to serve it on the rocks instead, for a delicious dessert-like sip.
The creamy texture and thick consistency makes this blended drink a dessert in and of itself, but it’s also wonderful paired with coffee or chocolate-flavored treats for the ultimate combo!
Katie’s tip
Looking for more ways to use your new bottle of whiskey? Check out all of my Chocolate Crown Royal Recipes for more inspiration!
Frozen Chocolate Mudslide Cocktail With Crown Royal
Equipment
- Blender (or shaker for on the rocks version)
- Hurricane glass (or similar)
Ingredients
- 1 ounce Crown Royal chocolate whisky
- ½ ounce Kahlua coffee liqueur (or a similar brand)
- ½ ounce Baileys Irish cream (or similar)
- 1 ½ cups chocolate ice cream (about 12 ounces)
- ½ Tbsp chocolate syrup (amount approximate)
- Whipped cream and/or chocolate sprinkles for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Drizzle the bottom and inside of your cocktail glass with chocolate syrup½ Tbsp chocolate syrup
- Add ice cream, whiskey, Baileys, and Kahlua to your blender basin1 ounce Crown Royal chocolate whisky, ½ ounce Kahlua coffee liqueur, ½ ounce Baileys Irish cream, 1 ½ cups chocolate ice cream
- Blend on high, smoothie, or puree (depending on your available settings) until smooth. Adjust if needed with more ice cream or ice to thicken, or some heavy cream to thin
- Pour into prepared glass, and garnish with whipped cream and/or sprinkles if desired. Enjoy!Whipped cream and/or chocolate sprinkles for topping
Notes
- See my ‘on the rocks variation’ section in the article above for on the rocks directions (instead of a blended frozen drink)
- This recipe scales well for multiple servings, just double or triple the amounts of everything as desired
- Since Crown Royal chocolate whisky is seasonal, you can substitute another chocolate whiskey (like Bird Dog or Ballotin), or a chocolate vodka. You can also use a plain liquor and add ½ ounce chocolate liqueur (like Godiva or creme de cacao) for flavor
- For a thicker mudslide, add up to ½ cup extra ice cream or some ice. To thin the drink, add a little heavy cream (though I don’t find this necessary)
- Exact nutritional values will vary based on brand and flavor of ingredients, any sauces or garnishes added, and quantity consumed, so please consider this a guideline only
Nutrition
I made this drink and it was absolutely delicious!!
So glad you enjoyed the mudslide! I totally agree, it was like drinking dessert in a glass!