Name: Mudslide Recipe: Creamy and Decadent
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 2 oz vodka; 2 oz Kahlúa; 2 oz Baileys; 3 cups vanilla ice cream; Chocolate syrup; Whipped cream + cherry

Introduction

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The Mudslide is a creamy, decadent dessert cocktail that tastes like an adult’s version of a chocolate milkshake. Born in the 1970s at the Wreck Bar in the Cayman Islands, this indulgent blend of vodka, coffee liqueur, and Irish cream can be served frozen or on the rocks. Presented in a chilled glass, drizzled with chocolate syrup, and optionally garnished with whipped cream and a cherry, this Mudslide offers a luscious and appetizing aesthetic that elevates any happy hour or after-dinner treat. This recipe provides two simple versions with pantry staples, ideal for home bartenders seeking a go-to drink that brings sweet, crowd-pleasing charm to any occasion.

Ingredients

Classic Frozen Mudslide (serves 2):

2 oz vodka
2 oz coffee liqueur (Kahlúa)
2 oz Irish cream liqueur (Baileys)
3 cups vanilla or chocolate ice cream (or 2 cups ice + 1½ oz heavy cream for a lighter version)
Chocolate syrup (for drizzling glass)
Optional garnish: whipped cream, maraschino cherry, chocolate shavings

On-the-Rocks Mudslide (serves 1):

1½ oz vodka
1½ oz coffee liqueur
1½ oz Irish cream liqueur
1 oz heavy cream or half-and-half
Ice

For Serving:

Suggested Glass: Hurricane or rocks glass
Suggested Aesthetic: Drizzle glass with chocolate syrup

Step-by-Step Process (Frozen Version)

Chill Glasses → Place glasses in freezer 10 minutes before serving.
Drizzle Chocolate → Swirl chocolate syrup inside chilled glasses.
Blend → In a blender, combine vodka, coffee liqueur, Irish cream, and ice cream (or ice + cream). Blend until thick and smooth (30–45 seconds).
Pour → Pour into prepared glasses.
Garnish → Top with whipped cream, an extra drizzle of chocolate, and a cherry.

Step-by-Step Process (On-the-Rocks Version)

Drizzle & Fill → Drizzle chocolate syrup in a rocks glass. Fill with ice.
Mix → Add vodka, coffee liqueur, Irish cream, and heavy cream.
Stir → Stir gently until chilled and slightly creamy.
Garnish → Add whipped cream and a cherry if desired.

Tips for the Perfect Mudslide

Use good-quality vanilla ice cream — it makes the drink
Chill Everything — warm mudslides separate
Adjust ice cream/ice — more for thicker, less for boozier
Make it virgin — omit vodka and Irish cream, double coffee liqueur, or use coffee syrup
Present with a thick straw and a long spoon for maximum indulgence

Variations and Customization

White Russian Mudslide → Skip coffee liqueur, double Irish cream.
Mocha Mudslide → Add 1 shot espresso or ½ tsp instant coffee.
Peanut Butter Mudslide → Add 1 tbsp peanut butter to blender.
Spiked Hot Chocolate Mudslide → Serve warm with hot cocoa instead of ice cream.
Skinny Version → Use sugar-free ice cream + light Irish cream.
Oreo Mudslide → Blend in 2–3 Oreos.

Storage and Serving Tips

Best enjoyed immediately.
Batch frozen version for parties: blend and store in freezer up to 2 hours; re-blend if needed.
Serve with dessert spoons — it’s thick!

Nutritional Information

Frozen Mudslide (per serving):

Calories: ~550 kcal
Total Fat: 24g
Carbohydrates: 58g
Protein: 6g
Alcohol: ~1.5 standard drinks

On-the-Rocks (per serving):

Calories: ~380 kcal
Alcohol: ~2 standard drinks

Conclusion

This Mudslide recipe delivers pure creamy, boozy bliss in every sip — the ultimate dessert cocktail that never goes out of style. Its 3-ingredient magic and chocolate-drizzled presentation make it an instant crowd-pleaser. One taste of this velvety treat and you’ll understand why it’s been a favorite for decades. Cheers!