Chocolate Martini Recipe (2024)

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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.

Chocolate Martini Recipe (1)

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
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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.

  1. Break your chocolate up into bite-sized pieces.
  2. 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*
  3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
  4. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature,
  5. Store in the fridge in a sealed bottle or jar until chilled.
  6. 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.
  7. If it's too thick, you can always add water.
  8. Store in the fridge until ready to serve.
  9. *I like to pop it in the freezer for a ½ hour before drinking, mmm!
  10. When ready to enjoy, shave a little chocolate for rimming your glass or topping the martini.
  11. 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.
  12. Mixture keeps for a week in your fridge.
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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.

Chocolate Martini Recipe (4)

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

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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  1. Maggie Unzueta says

    Chocolate Martini Recipe (9)
    Mmm.. this is my kinda of co*cktail. Definitely going on my "Must Try" list.

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    • Colleen says

      Hope you love it as much as I/we do!

      Reply

  2. Cheapskate Cook says

    I agree - chocolate should ALWAYS be creamy.

    Reply

  3. Roxana says

    I love chocolate any day. I would have to try a non alcoholic version of this.

    Reply

    • Colleen says

      Thank you!!

      Reply

  4. Liz @ I Heart Vegetables says

    Chocolate Martini Recipe (11)
    We've been loving co*cktails lately but we haven't tried any dessert ones yet! This one is on the list now!

    Reply

  5. Cathy says

    Can you explain the dark chocolate used? Like a baking bar?

    Reply

  6. Ariella says

    Chocolate Martini Recipe (12)
    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!!

      Reply

  7. Laura says

    Chocolate Martini Recipe (13)
    I pinned this wonderful co*cktail for the holidays

    Reply

  8. Anne Lawton says

    Chocolate Martini Recipe (14)
    I'm not a martini drinker, but I coud easily drink one of these - it's like a liquid dessert

    Reply

    • Colleen says

      It sure is!!

      Reply

  9. Terri says

    Chocolate Martini Recipe (15)
    This is the perfect nightcap/dessert all in one delicious sip!

    Reply

  10. Sue Ringsdorf says

    Chocolate Martini Recipe (16)
    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!!

      Reply

  11. Carlos at Spoonabilities says

    Chocolate Martini Recipe (17)
    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!

      Reply

  12. Jersey Girl Cooks says

    Chocolate Martini Recipe (18)
    This is such a decadent co*cktail! And a great trip we had!

    Reply

    • Colleen says

      We sure did!!

      Reply

  13. Eileen Kelly says

    Chocolate Martini Recipe (19)
    This chocolate martini is aah-mazing. It is decadent and flavorful. A must make for everyone.

    Reply

  14. Rena Earls says

    Can you use gin in this

    Reply

    • Colleen says

      If its a subtle flavor gin I can't see why not.

      Reply

Chocolate Martini Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is a chocolate martini made of? ›

Drizzle chocolate syrup inside the martini glasses then add chocolate syrup to a shallow plate and coat the rims of the glasses. Combine Baileys, chocolate liqueur, and vodka in a co*cktail shaker filled with about a cup of Ice. Shake until thoroughly chilled. Strain drink into prepared glasses.

What is chocolatini made of? ›

Combine creamer, vodka and chocolate liqueur with a cup of ice in a martini shaker or lidded jar. Shake well. Dip rim of martini glass in chocolate syrup followed by sparkling sugar.

Is crème de cacao the same as chocolate liqueur? ›

Crème de Cacao is a sweet alcoholic liqueur (chocolate bean) flavored liqueur, often scented with a hint of vanilla. It is different from chocolate liqueur, which is usually sweeter and more syrupy. It comes in 2 varieties, dark and white. Commonly used in mocha martinis or coffee drinks.

Is Godiva the same as crème de cacao? ›

Crème de Cacao. Chocolate liqueurs vary greatly, and Godiva is distinctly different than crème de cacao. Long a favorite in the bar, crème de cacao is a very sweet chocolate liqueur that is available in dark and white (clear) varieties. It is produced by multiple brands and, though it is thick, it is not creamy.

What liquor goes best with chocolate? ›

Pairing Chocolate with Liquor

Though a few spirits fall out of these categories, it's generally accepted that the six types of distilled spirits are: brandy, gin, rum, tequila, vodka, and whiskey. Each pairs particularly well with chocolate, but the pairings depend on the blend in question.

What pairs with a chocolate martini? ›

What Foods Pair With Chocolate Martinis
  • The easiest way to begin the evening is with a charcuterie board. ...
  • For the main course, chicken mole or a nice cut of beef with a chocolate port wine sauce are the safest bets. ...
  • The simplest course to pair chocolate martinis with is, undoubtedly dessert.
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Is Kahlua a chocolate? ›

Kahlúa (Spanish: [kaˈlu. a]) is a brand of coffee liqueur owned by the Pernod Ricard company and produced in Veracruz, Mexico. The drink contains rum, sugar, and arabica coffee.

What does chocolatini taste like? ›

Pure cream and rich, chocolate combine to create a smooth, decadent sip perfect for an after-dinner treat. Treat your guests to a sweet, sensory experience. Pure cream and rich, chocolate combine to create a smooth, decadent sip perfect for an after-dinner treat.

What are the ingredients in chocolate liquor? ›

It is produced from cocoa bean nibs that have been fermented, dried, roasted, and separated from their skins. The nibs are ground into a paste which is melted to become the liquor, and the liquor is either separated into cocoa solids and cocoa butter, or cooled and molded into blocks of raw chocolate.

Does Baileys make a chocolate liqueur? ›

Meet NEW Baileys Chocolate Liqueur. This Double Gold award-winning product combines two beloved treats – Baileys Original Irish Cream and real Belgian chocolate – to bring the pleasures of enjoying dessert to the bar.

Is Godiva chocolate liqueur discontinued? ›

And while Godiva may be the name that comes to mind when you think of chocolate liqueur, we would like to take this opportunity to remind you that while it remains in the market in some places, Godiva discontinued it's chocolate liqueur years ago.

What alcohol tastes like chocolate? ›

Bicerin Italian Chocolate Liqueur

The Bicerin recipe has not been altered since the beginning of 1800, when Turin producers began mixing cocoa and hazelnuts to cut expensive import costs. Today, the nutty, chocolatey flavors of this liqueur are an important part of Turin's culture and tradition.

What chocolate liqueur is closest to Godiva chocolate liqueur? ›

Mozart makes chocolate cream liqueurs that may be the best substitute for co*cktails normally made with Godiva. Tippy Cow also makes a rum-based chocolate cream that may work in many recipes.

Is Baileys like crème de cacao? ›

Substitute for the dark version

Some chocolate liqueurs are creamy, so keep that in mind if it would affect the appearance or flavor of your co*cktail. Irish cream liqueur like Baileys also contains a hint of chocolate, so it could work as a substitute too.

What is a good substitute for crème de cacao? ›

Chocolate syrup is a straightforward non-alcoholic alternative to crème de cacao that provides a rich chocolate flavor and the necessary sweetness. For co*cktails or desserts that call for crème de cacao, one can use: Chocolate syrup: 1:1 ratio for sweetness and chocolate taste.

What are martinis usually made of? ›

The martini is a co*cktail made with gin and vermouth, and garnished with an olive and/or a lemon twist. Over the years, the martini has become one of the best-known mixed alcoholic beverages. A common variation, the vodka martini, uses vodka instead of gin for the co*cktail's base spirit.

What ingredient is in chocolate liquor? ›

Chocolate liquor is a paste produced from ground cocoa nibs from the beans of the cocoa tree (Theobroma cacao). When cooled and solidified, it is used to make chocolate for baking, confections and other applications. It's composed of a combination of cocoa solids and cocoa butter, typically at a 50:50 ratio.

What is chocolate vodka made of? ›

Ingredients
60g–85g (2–3oz)dark chocolate, broken into pieces or 100g (3½oz) cocoa powder
750ml (1¼ pints)vodka

What type of chocolate is straight chocolate liquor? ›

Want to know more? Here's a quick guide to other terms you might see. Baking Chocolate: Chocolate liquor, served straight up, is all that's in baking chocolate. Its bitterness comes from pure nibs, the finely ground centers of roasted cocoa beans.

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