Decadent Chocolate Bliss Martini
This Homemade Chocolate Martini Recipe is a dream come true for chocolate lovers. With a homemade chocolate syrup that's not overly sweet, this martini promises indulgent satisfaction without overwhelming your taste buds. Garnish your martini glasses with cocoa powder, chocolate curls, or a fresh mint sprig for an added touch of elegance.
Decadent Chocolate Bliss Martini
Indulge in the decadent and not overly sweet Homemade Chocolate Martini, made with a homemade chocolate syrup. Garnish with cocoa powder, chocolate curls, or a fresh mint sprig for an elegant touch.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
- 1/2 ounce 60% dark chocolate, chopped
- 1/8 cup granulated sugar
- 1/8 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 and 1/2 ounces vodka (vanilla vodka preferable)
- 1 and 1/2 ounces dark creme de cocoa
- 1 and 1/2 ounces half and half
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine water, cocoa powder, chopped chocolate, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar. Bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer and let it cool. Store in the fridge for up to a week.
- When ready to serve, fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Pour in the vodka, creme de cocoa, half and half, and 2 ounces of the chocolate syrup.
- Shake vigorously, then strain into a cocktail glass.
- Garnish with shaved chocolate curls and a mint sprig, and enjoy immediately!