Description

This Indulgent Christmas Hot Chocolate Martini recipe is a decadent and cozy cocktail perfect for chilly winter nights. Combining rich cocoa, smooth vodka, and a medley of chocolate and cream liqueurs, it offers a luxurious twist on traditional hot chocolate. Topped with whipped cream, mini marshmallows, and chocolate shavings, this festive drink is both visually appealing and delightfully flavorful, making it an ideal treat for holiday gatherings or a relaxing evening by the fire.

Ingredients

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For the Martini

1/4 cup Good Quality Cocoa Powder
1 ounce Vodka
1 ounce Dark Crème de Cacao
1 ounce Irish Cream Liqueur
1 ounce Chocolate Liqueur
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon

For Garnish

1/2 cup Whipped Cream
1/4 cup Mini Marshmallows
2 tablespoons Chocolate Shavings

For Glass Preparation

Chocolate Sauce (for drizzling)
Rimming Sugar

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Instructions

Chill Glasses: Place martini glasses in the freezer for about 10 minutes to chill them thoroughly before serving.
Prepare Glass Rim: Drizzle chocolate sauce around the rim of the chilled glasses, then dip the rim into rimming sugar to create a festive and sweet edge.
Make Hot Chocolate Base: In a small pot or bowl, combine the good quality cocoa powder with hot water or milk as per cocoa powder instructions and stir to make hot chocolate. Allow this mixture to cool completely before proceeding.
Mix Cocktail Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, combine the cooled hot chocolate with vodka, dark crème de cacao, Irish cream liqueur, chocolate liqueur, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
Shake: Add ice to the shaker and shake the mixture vigorously for 15 to 20 seconds until the drink is well chilled and frosty.
Strain and Serve: Strain the chilled cocktail mixture into the prepared martini glasses carefully.
Garnish: Top each martini with a generous amount of whipped cream, then sprinkle mini marshmallows and chocolate shavings on top for an indulgent and festive finishing touch.

Notes

Ensure the hot chocolate base is fully cooled before mixing with alcohol to maintain the cocktail’s texture and prevent dilution.
Using high-quality cocoa powder and liqueurs greatly enhances the richness and flavor of the martini.
For a non-alcoholic version, omit vodka and liqueurs and substitute with chocolate syrup and cream.
Adjust cinnamon quantity based on personal spice preference.
Chilling the glasses helps keep the cocktail cool longer.