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Looking for a delicious and decadent drink to enjoy this weekend? Look no further than my creamy chocolate martini recipe! This chocolate martini is perfect for those who love both chocolate and martinis.
This martini recipe is easy to make, and it's sure to please your taste buds.
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Why you'll love this recipe:
- This chocolate martini is actually MADE with chocolate!
- The creamy chocolate martini recipe is a classic drink that's been around for years.
- It's a simple recipe that only requires a few ingredients.
- This co*cktail is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a party or just enjoying a night in.
- You can make the base for this ahead of time, just add vodka and shake when serving.
Ingredients:
This delicious co*cktail recipe is creamy, sweet and the perfect way to unwind after a long day. Plus, you only need a few ingredients to help you make this recipe. You can find the full ingredient list and amounts in the recipe card below.
- high quality dark chocolate 60% cacao -I used Ghirardelli
- heavy cream
- sugar
- water
- vanilla
- good quality vodka
Equipment
- saucepan
- measuring cup
- measuring spoon
- jar or bottle
- co*cktail shaker
How to Make A Chocolate Martini
Making this homemade martini is so easy, follow these simple steps and you 'll be sipping on one in no time.
- Break your chocolate up into bite-sized pieces.
- In a pot combine chocolate pieces, cream, water and sugar over medium heat stir mixture until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth – like hot chocolate. *Do not bring to a boil*
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
- Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature,
- Store in the fridge in a sealed bottle or jar until chilled.
- Add in vodka, start with ½ cup, shake (or stir) mixture and taste. Add in another ¼ cup of vodka...shake and taste and finally add in the last ¼ cup (if you choose...we all like our co*cktails at different strengths). You can always add more as well.
- If it's too thick, you can always add water.
- Store in the fridge until ready to serve.
- *I like to pop it in the freezer for a ½ hour before drinking, mmm!
- When ready to enjoy, shave a little chocolate for rimming your glass or topping the martini.
- Shake mixture very well and pour directly into your glasses...You can use a co*cktail shaker with ice as well and strain it out. It's up to you.
- Mixture keeps for a week in your fridge.
Storage
This chocolate martini recipe can be stored in a sealed jar or bottle in your fridge for up to one week.
Tips
- If your mixture is too thick, you can always add a little water to thin it out.
- I like to put my chocolate martini mix in the freezer for a half hour before serving. It's up to you!
- Feel free to rim your glass with chocolate or top your martini with a chocolate garnish.
- If you want to rim your glass you can get extra fancy and rim the glass with frosting and chocolate shavings or chocolate Jimmie style sprinkles.
- I strongly recommend using a high quality chocolate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have questions about this creamy Chocolate Martini recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions for this recipe.
What is a chocolate martini made of?
A chocolate martini is typically made with vodka, chocolate liqueur, or a homemade chocolate mixture.
What food goes with chocolate martinis?
Chocolate martinis pair well with a variety of foods. Some ideas are fruits, nuts, cheeses, or chocolate desserts.
How strong this chocolate martini recipe?
This drink has a slight kick of alcohol, but the chocolate flavor is still the dominant taste. If you want a stronger drink, add more vodka to the recipe.
Variations
- Instead of making our own chocolate cream mixture, you can save a little time and use Godiva's chocolate liqueur.
- For a fun twist, try using peppermint vodka instead of regular vodka.
- If you want to make this recipe kid-friendly, leave out the alcohol and add an extra splash of cream.
- You can also add more flavor to this co*cktail by using vanilla vodka for this recipe.
- You can use semi-sweet chocolate to make your creamy chocolate mixture if you aren't a fan of dark chocolate.
Similar recipes
- If you love creamy boozy drinks, give this Boozy Irish Cream Shake a try, you will love it.
- How about a White Chocolate Peppermint Martini?
- Out of Bailey's? Well no need to run out to the store with this Homemade Bailey's Irish Cream recipe.
I'm not sure why, but I've always been a sucker for chocolate martinis. There's something about the combination of chocolate and vodka that just makes me feel sophisticated (even though I know I'm really not).
If you're looking for an easy way to make your next party a little bit more elegant, try this chocolate martini recipe. It's sure to impress your guests! You may also enjoy my Chocolate Moonshine recipe - it is a popular food gift idea.
Creamy Chocolate Martini
Colleen Kennedy
5 from 11 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course co*cktail
Ingredients
- 4 ounces of high quality dark chocolate 60% cacao -I used Ghirardelli
- 2 pints of heavy or light cream
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup water
- ½ TBS vanilla
- 1 cup good quality vodka
Instructions
Break your chocolate up into bite-sized pieces.
In a pot combine chocolate pieces, cream, water and sugar over medium heat stir mixture until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth – like hot chocolate. *Do not bring to a boil*
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature,
Store in fridge in a sealed bottle or jar until chilled.
Add in vodka, start with ½ cup, shake (or stir) mixture and taste. Add in another ¼ cup of vodka...shake and taste and finally add in the last ¼ cup (if you choose...we all like our co*cktails at different strengths). You can always add more as well.
If it's too thick, you can always add water.
Store in fridge until ready to serve.
*I like to pop it in the freezer for a ½ hour before drinking, mmm!
When ready to enjoy,.shave a little chocolate for rimming your glass or topping the martini.
Shake mixture very well and pour directly into your glasses...You can use a co*cktail shaker with ice as well and strain it out. It's up to you.
Mixture keeps for a week in your fridge.
Nutrition
Serving: 8g
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Maggie Unzueta says
Mmm.. this is my kinda of co*cktail. Definitely going on my "Must Try" list.Reply
Colleen says
Hope you love it as much as I/we do!
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Cheapskate Cook says
I agree - chocolate should ALWAYS be creamy.
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Roxana says
I love chocolate any day. I would have to try a non alcoholic version of this.
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Noel says
See AlsoDark Chocolate Pudding Recipe
Yay Farmers! Yay Creamy! Yay Chocolate! I'm thinking you hit all the good stuff with this post!
lovely photos by the way!Reply
Colleen says
Thank you!!
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Liz @ I Heart Vegetables says
We've been loving co*cktails lately but we haven't tried any dessert ones yet! This one is on the list now!Reply
Cathy says
Can you explain the dark chocolate used? Like a baking bar?
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Ariella says
Watched you make this recipe on IG the other day. They're my favorite band so anything Everclear has my attention. Gonna need a bottle of this handy.Reply
Colleen says
Haha, love that!!
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Laura says
I pinned this wonderful co*cktail for the holidaysReply
Anne Lawton says
I'm not a martini drinker, but I coud easily drink one of these - it's like a liquid dessertReply
Colleen says
It sure is!!
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Terri says
This is the perfect nightcap/dessert all in one delicious sip!Reply
Sue Ringsdorf says
Ahhh, we have so much in common. We love co*cktails, dairy, and all things food! Love this recipe SO much!Reply
Colleen says
Thanks! All good things!!
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Carlos at Spoonabilities says
I know Geoffrey will love this recipe. It's like dessert with booze which we both love so much!
Did you really eat 22 Mac and cheese as a judge?Reply
Colleen says
OMGosh...I sure did! And then another 22 dishes...I have no clue how professional judges do it! It was super fun, however!
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Jersey Girl Cooks says
This is such a decadent co*cktail! And a great trip we had!Reply
Colleen says
We sure did!!
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Eileen Kelly says
This chocolate martini is aah-mazing. It is decadent and flavorful. A must make for everyone.Reply
Rena Earls says
Can you use gin in this
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Colleen says
If its a subtle flavor gin I can't see why not.
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