Baileys Chocolate Martini Recipe (2024)

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This Baileys Chocolate Martini is the perfect combination of chocolate and Baileys! Dessert in a glass, you won’t find a better chocolate martini recipe! This martini recipe is everything you want in a co*cktail!

The flavors, chocolate and Irish cream, in this smooth, chocolatey Baileys Martini recipe complement each other in such a beautiful, we’re-just-meant-to-be kinda way.

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Happy Friday, my friends! This has been a WEEK. Super buys, full of running around, and crammed to the brim with work. I am so fortunate that I love what I do, and it often doesn’t feel like work, but I for sure am in need of a weekend and a break. Tell me what you are doing this weekend to relax. Especially if you have kids. Tell me what you do to take care of yourself and squeeze in some relaxation so you don’t burn out. It’s okay if that includes one of these Baileys Chocolate Martinis.

BAILEYS CHOCOLATE MARTINI

Baileys is one of those fan favorite liqueurs that blends deliciously in anything from coffee to dessert. The popular Irish cream can add such a rich and creamy texture to even your most boring cup of coffee. Who doesn’t love a little Irish Whiskey in their coffee? Try thisSalted Caramel Irish Coffee and you’ll totally see what I mean.

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I never met an Baileys recipe I didn’t love, but one of my very favorite Baileys combinations is with chocolate. Serve up a slice of this Baileys Poke Cake at your ladies night. Can’t get enough? Make this No Bake Baileys Chocolate Pie. And if you love this chocolate martini recipe, try my Chocolate Covered Cherry Martini next time you’re craving a dessert in a glass.

WHAT GOES IN A BAILEYS IRISH CREAM CHOCOLATE MARTINI RECIPE?

  • Baileys Irish Cream (of course). There are other brands out there, but Baileys is a tried and true classic.
  • A couple ounces of vodka
  • A couple more ounces of creme de cocoa
  • Chocolate sauce, whipped cream and some yummy shaved chocolate for garnish
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HOW TO MAKE A CHOCOLATE MARTINI?

  • In two coupe glasses, carefully drizzle chocolate sauce around the inside.
  • Combine four ounces of Baileys Irish Cream, two ounces vodka and two ounces creme de cocoa in a martini shaker and, you know, shake.
  • Pour into your two chocolatey lined coupe glasses.
  • Top with whipped cream and some gorgeous chocolate shavings and cheers!

Chocolate shavings are simple to make. Use a veggie peeler and gently run across a long chocolate bar. It’ll fancy up any dessert, co*cktail, Thursday night, you name it.

Looking for other fun Baileys recipes? This Bailey’s Fudgeor Bailey’s Dessert Fluffare sure to be crowd pleasers. And why keep it just at dessert? Make Baileys Spiked French Toast for brunch and prepared to be wowed.

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Prep: 2 minutes minutes

Total: 2 minutes minutes

This Baileys Chocolate Martini is the perfect combination of chocolate and Baileys! Dessert in a glass! You won’t find a better chocolate martini recipe!

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Ingredients

  • 4 ounces Baileys Irish Cream
  • 2 ounces Vodka
  • 2 ounces Creme de Cocoa
  • Chocolate sauce
  • Whipped Cream
  • chocolate shavings see note

Instructions

  • Gently drizzle chocolate around the inside of two small coupe glasses.

  • In a martini shaker, combine the Baileys Irish Cream, vodka, and creme de cocoa. Shake to combine. Gently pour into the prepared glasses.

  • Top the martinis with whipped cream. Add chocolate shavings and enjoy!

Notes

There are a number of great ways you can make chocolate shavings. If you want to make really beautiful curls, very very gently use a vegetable peeler on a long chocolate bar.

Please note that the nutritional information is strictly for the alcohol and none of the garnishments.

Calories: 349kcal (17%) Carbohydrates: 28g (9%) Protein: 12g (24%) Fat: 8g (12%) Sugar: 16g (18%)

Author: Lisa Longley

Course: co*cktails

Cuisine: American

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  1. Michael says

    Baileys Chocolate Martini Recipe (15)
    What a wonderful idea! Sounds delicious an I’m sure will taste a whole lot better. Something I can most definitely get my lips behind… or in front, whichever. And multiple time too.
    Thank you.

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    • Baileys Chocolate Martini Recipe (16)Lisa Longley says

      I hope you love it!

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  2. Lizanne says

    I thank you for the recipe. I got a bottle of Bailey’s for Christmas.

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    • Baileys Chocolate Martini Recipe (17)Lisa Longley says

      I hope you love it!

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  3. Roberto says

    Baileys Chocolate Martini Recipe (18)
    Great recipe , thank you!
    If I may suggest using Vanilla flavored vodka such as Pinnacle Whipped Vanilla in lieu of plain….

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    • Baileys Chocolate Martini Recipe (19)Lisa Longley says

      Glad you liked it!

      Reply

  4. Mary Lou Hudman says

    What is the chocolate sauce that you use?

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    • Baileys Chocolate Martini Recipe (20)Lisa Longley says

      I used Godiva chocolate topping. It’s thick and lines the glass perfectly.

      Reply

  5. Lynn Bast says

    Do you chill each ingredient or mix with ice prior to pouring?

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    • Baileys Chocolate Martini Recipe (21)Lisa Longley says

      Either would work well here. I, personally, would go with chilling your ingredients to avoid getting small pieces of ice in the drink.

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  6. Dorothea says

    I made this but we love Carolyn’s best so used it and was delicious. Thank you and I’m not big on drinking mixed drinks. I give it a 10 being the highest.

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    • Baileys Chocolate Martini Recipe (22)Lisa Longley says

      I’m really glad you liked it, Dorthea! Thank you for coming back to let me know.

      Reply

  7. Ella says

    Best for hot days truckers hats and sprinklers for the kids to stay entertained! Absolutely love it :)

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  8. Yolanda Tipton says

    What is the chocolate sauce made of?

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    • Baileys Chocolate Martini Recipe (23)Lisa Longley says

      It’s a store bought sauce for garnishing. But you could use our Fudge Sauce recipe.

      Reply

  9. Holly Szklarz says

    This looks amazing, and perfect for the holidays!

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    • Baileys Chocolate Martini Recipe (24)Lisa Longley says

      I hope you love it!

      Reply

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FAQs

What is a chocolate martini made of? ›

Drizzle chocolate syrup inside the martini glasses then add chocolate syrup to a shallow plate and coat the rims of the glasses. Combine Baileys, chocolate liqueur, and vodka in a co*cktail shaker filled with about a cup of Ice. Shake until thoroughly chilled. Strain drink into prepared glasses.

How do you make Baileys chocolate luxe co*cktail? ›

Add 50ml of Bailey's Chocolat Lux, 25ml of vodka, 40ml of espresso, 3 ice cubes to a co*cktail shaker. Shake it like a polaroid picture until smooth. Pour into a glass, and garnish with chocolate powder and coffee beans.

What is the best thing to mix with Baileys? ›

It goes well with hot drinks, like coffee, hot chocolate, and even earl grey tea. You can mix Baileys with cold drinks, working wonders mixed with co*cktails like an espresso martini or a white Russian. In fact, you can mix Baileys with most spirits to make your favourite drink that extra bit yummier!

Does Baileys make a chocolate liqueur? ›

Meet NEW Baileys Chocolate Liqueur. This Double Gold award-winning product combines two beloved treats – Baileys Original Irish Cream and real Belgian chocolate – to bring the pleasures of enjoying dessert to the bar.

What liquor goes best with chocolate? ›

According to Megan Giller, author of a forthcoming book about American chocolate, barrel-aged spirits like whiskey or aged rum echo the natural vanilla and caramel richness found in many chocolates. Lighter spirits like gin can help bright fruit flavors really pop, she says.

Is chocolate vodka the same as chocolate liqueur? ›

Chocolate liquor: Thick paste-like mass made of pure cocoa solids and cocoa butter. Made from cocoa beans. Doesn't contain alcohol. Chocolate liqueur: Beverage made from a base liquor like whiskey or vodka (containing alcohol) to which chocolate is added.

What should you not mix with Baileys? ›

Baileys can be easily mixed with all manner of beverages to make a simple, creamy drink. The only rule is to avoid citrus or anything with a lot of citric acid, which makes it curdle. That means avoid juices and soda.

What alcohol is in Baileys Chocolat Luxe? ›

Crammed with Irish dairy cream, fine spirits including smooth Irish whiskey, tasty Belgian chocolate flavour and other ingredients and flavours.

What's in a Marilyn Monroe co*cktail? ›

Ingredients
  • 1 part Gin.
  • 1 part Vodka.
  • 1 part White rum.
  • 1 part Crème de banana.
  • 1 part Crème de noyaux.
  • 1 part Pineapple juice.
  • 1 part Lemon slice.
  • 1 part Lime slice.

Should you refrigerate Baileys? ›

Whether or not it has been opened, a bottle of Baileys lasts for two years. It's best to keep the bottle of Baileys away from direct sunlight, per The Rusty Spoon, because temperatures over 77 degrees F can change its consistency. Even though Baileys doesn't need to be refrigerated, it will eventually go bad.

What does Baileys curdle with? ›

The acidic lime juice causes the cream-based Baileys to curdle. The curdled Baileys does not taste sour, but it does rapidly gain viscosity and stick to the drinker's teeth, reminiscent of cement. For a sweeter taste, two shot glasses, one of lemonade and one of Baileys, can be used.

Can you just drink Baileys straight? ›

Irish cream liqueur is wonderfully versatile. It's so rich and full of flavour, so one of the best ways to drink it is straight or over ice, and just savour the taste of the liqueur. It's also great as an ingredient in shooters, co*cktails and warm drinks like coffee and hot chocolate. Here are a few of our favourites!

Does Baileys chocolate need to be refrigerated? ›

Manufacturers of cream liqueurs point to the effective preservative qualities of alcohol as the reason that refrigeration is not required. Baileys™ guarantees it's product for 2 years from the date of manufacture, opened or unopened, and suggests a storage temperature range of 0-25˚Celsius.

Is there actual alcohol in Baileys chocolates? ›

Product contains alcohol <1.5%. Not suitable for children. Product labelling information may vary.

Is Baileys chocolate luxe good? ›

While Baileys Chocolat Luxe Liqueur offers an indulgent chocolate experience, it's important to enjoy it in moderation due to its sweet and rich nature. In conclusion, Baileys Chocolat Luxe Liqueur is a must-try for chocolate and liqueur lovers alike.

What is chocolatini made of? ›

Combine Baileys, vodka, chocolate liqueur and ice in shaker. Strain into martini glass.

What ingredient is in chocolate liquor? ›

Cocoa liquor contains approximately half cocoa butter and half cocoa solids resulting in a typical, slightly bitter flavor. It is used as the base for dark chocolate production where it is combined with cocoa butter, sugar, and usually vanilla. Cocoa liquor is available in kibbles or chips.

What alcohol is in Godiva chocolate liqueur? ›

It is unknown what type of alcohol is used. Likely, it's a neutral grain spirit (similar to vodka) because the alcohol taste is very subtle. Obviously, Godiva chocolate is a key ingredient, and the milk and white chocolate liqueurs contain some dairy products.

What kind of alcohol is crème de cacao? ›

Crème de Cacao is a cacao (chocolate bean) flavoured liqueur, often scented with vanilla.

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