Perfect Chocolate Peppermint Martini Recipe for a Festive Treat
A luscious and festive cocktail combining rich chocolate liqueur and refreshing peppermint schnapps, perfect for holiday celebrations.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ounce (30 ml) chocolate liqueur
- 1 ounce (30 ml) peppermint schnapps
- 1 ounce (30 ml) vodka
- 1 ounce (30 ml) heavy cream or half-and-half
- Ice
- Candy canes, crushed for garnish
- Chocolate syrup, optional for drizzling
Instructions
- Crush the candy canes into fine pieces and spread them on a small plate. Dip the rim of each martini glass into water or chocolate syrup, then press into the crushed candy canes to coat. Set aside.
- In a cocktail shaker, add chocolate liqueur, peppermint schnapps, vodka, and heavy cream or half-and-half. Fill the shaker with ice.
- Shake vigorously for about 20 seconds until the mixture is well combined and chilled.
- Strain the martini into the prepared glasses. If desired, drizzle a little chocolate syrup inside the glass before pouring for extra flair.
- Sprinkle crushed candy canes over the top or add a mini candy cane to the rim for a festive touch.
Notes
[‘Chill your martini glasses in the freezer for 10-15 minutes before serving for a frosty effect.’, ‘Adjust sweetness by reducing the amount of chocolate liqueur or adding a splash of plain vodka.’, ‘Place candy canes in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin for a mess-free garnish.’, ‘Drizzle chocolate syrup inside the glass for extra flair and flavor.’, ‘Experiment with garnishes like chocolate shavings, mint leaves, or whipped cream.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 martini glass
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 20
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Protein: 2
Keywords: Chocolate Martini, Peppermint Martini, Holiday Cocktail, Festive Drink, Christmas Martini