Decadent Chocolate Delight Martini

Indulge in the luxurious and decadent flavors of this Homemade Chocolate Martini Recipe. This cocktail swaps out traditional chocolate liqueur for a homemade chocolate syrup, resulting in a perfect balance of sweetness and richness. The velvety smoothness of the martini, garnished with cocoa powder, chocolate curls, or a fresh mint sprig, makes it a treat for all the chocolate enthusiasts.

Decadent Chocolate Delight Martini

A luscious Homemade Chocolate Martini with a made-from-scratch chocolate syrup, offering a perfect blend of sweetness and richness. Garnish with cocoa powder, chocolate curls, or fresh mint for an extra touch of indulgence.

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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
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 and 1/2 ounces vodka (vanilla vodka preferred)
  • 1 and 1/2 ounces dark creme de cocoa
  • 1 and 1/2 ounces half and half

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine water, cocoa powder, chopped dark chocolate, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and stir in the vanilla.
  2. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer and allow it to cool. Store the chocolate syrup in the fridge for up to a week.
  3. 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.
  4. Shake vigorously, then strain the mixture into a cocktail glass.
  5. Garnish with shaved chocolate curls and a sprig of mint, and enjoy immediately!