A good chocolate martini is a dessert in a glass.

The addition of chocolate bitters offsets the sugar-forward liqueurs.

Learn how to make a chocolate martini, and shake one up every evening for dessert.

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Here’s what you’ll need:

How To Make a Chocolate Martini

Grab a cocktail shaker.

This chocolate martini is a snap to make once all your ingredients are together.

Sure, you could batch these up!

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Then, shake each serving with ice until frothy before adding to your frosty glasses.

What Garnishes Are Great for a Chocolate Martini?

How about a sprinkle of cocoa powder?

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Go fruity with a sliced strawberry or raspberry.

No one will argue with a little whipped cream either.

What Else Should I Serve With a Chocolate Martini?

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As a dessert, you may not need more than this chocolate martini.

The rich and indulgent cocktail will satisfy those end-of-meal cravings for something a little sweet.

Of course, sweet is our preference, so tryOreo Cookie Balls,Strawberry Cheesecake Bites, andChocolate Fudge.

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Ingredients

1tsp.chocolate syrup, for garnish (optional)

Ice

1/4cup(2 oz.

)Irish cream liqueur(like Baileys Irish Cream)

3Tbsp.

Place in freezer or refrigerator to chill while preparing drink.

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Combine ingredients for martini:

Fill a martini shaker 2/3 full with ice.

Add vodka, Irish cream liqueur, chocolate liqueur, and chocolate bitters (if using).

Strain, and garnish:

Strain the cocktail into prepared glass.

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Garnish with chocolate shavings or espresso powder, if desired.