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Spiked Chocolate Espresso Shots

February 13, 2015 11 Comments

I spotted this recipe on the blog Sidewalk Shoes the other day that is so familiar to me and yet…I’ve never shared it here. Of course that should be no surprise, I would have to be churning out 10 recipes a day to share all that I have in my repertoire so sometimes it’s nice to get a little nudge from other sources and remember how much I love something, particularly when it’s chocolate and tomorrow is Valentines Day…ahh, love is in the air and what better than chocolate to drink, right? Yesterday I shared a Raspberry Boccone Dolce which is easy and SO good but in the realm of ease nothing beats these spiked chocolate espresso shots if you want a simple dessert.

This recipe originally comes via Donna Hay; known far and wide on the other side of the pond and down under; sort of our Martha Stewart except not an ex-con! I’ve received her magazines on and off over the years and this simple shot was memorable. Now…me being me I had to change it up a bit and oh boy is this change good. How? Tequila! If you still think tequila’s only use is for margaritas or shots off of your (or someone else) arm, you need to think again. It adds such a nice element of heat to a coffee and/or chocolate cocktail. Someone once asked me, ‘Doesn’t it make them taste too salty?’ Evidence of poor tequila’s association with a salty margarita. I promise you it’s neither salty or citrusy when removed from the ubiquitous marg. It just adds the most subtle heat (unless you double the suggested shot).

Spiked Chocolate Espresso Shots from Creative-Culinary.com

Maybe called a shot but the truth is I prefer serving with little demitasse spoons, it’s too good to gulp down in one fell swoop and I like to savor them a bit more. Either way they are a great ending to a good meal, whether you’ve eaten out or at home. Make these for that last treat to be served in bed before you and your loved one find something more fun to do. Like sleep. 🙂

Barb

Serves 6

Coffee and Chocolate Espresso Shots

10 minPrep Time

5 minCook Time

15 minTotal Time

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Ingredients

  • 4 Tbsp coffee beans (espresso preferably)
  • 3/4 cup cream or half and half
  • 2 1/4 oz dark chocolate, broken up
  • 3 tablespoons coffee liqueur
  • 1 oz of tequila

Instructions

  1. Place the coffee beans and cream in a small saucepan; bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes and then turn off the heat and allow the cream and coffee beans to steep for 20 minutes. Strain the cream and return to the pan.
  2. Add the chocolate to the cream and heat on low until it dissolves; stir in the coffee liqueur and tequila.
  3. Pour the mixture into 6 shot glasses and refrigerate until cold; at least one hour.
  4. Serve as an after dinner drink/dessert; spoons optional!
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Comments

  1. tanya says

    February 19, 2015 at 1:31 pm

    These look amazing! I really want to make this right now :)
    Reply
  2. Miranda @ Cookie Dough & Oven Mitt says

    February 17, 2015 at 6:28 pm

    I need this in my life! This is the kind of shot I can handle. By the way, I love the bit about Donna Hay being like Martha Stewart except not an ex-con. I needed a good chuckle!
    Reply
    • Creative Culinary says

      February 19, 2015 at 1:26 pm

      Glad to provide the chuckle Miranda; color me weird but after her antics there is no respect. None at all! :) Thanks for stopping by and Cheers!
      Reply
  3. Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says

    February 14, 2015 at 8:43 pm

    What a delightful little glass of joy and the spoon idea is brilliant.
    Reply
    • Creative Culinary says

      February 16, 2015 at 1:02 pm

      I love your comments and yes, it is a little glass of joy; perfect description!
      Reply
  4. Paula says

    February 14, 2015 at 2:12 pm

    Oh alright, I'll have one!
    Reply
    • Creative Culinary says

      February 16, 2015 at 1:00 pm

      You know if we ever connect I'll be spending my time making about 50 cocktails for you to try. We'll be busy girls! :)
      Reply
  5. Jamie says

    February 14, 2015 at 6:20 am

    Wow! All I can say is wow! Unforgettable, indeed, and the perfect delight for Valentine's Day.
    Reply
    • Creative Culinary says

      February 16, 2015 at 12:56 pm

      They were so good...worthy of a Cheers!
      Reply
  6. John@Kitchen Riffs says

    February 13, 2015 at 11:32 am

    Really fun stuff! I've heard of this, but never made it. The addition of tequila sounds perfect to me. I'd think just 1 shot -- more than that probably would be overpowering. Really good -- thanks.
    Reply
    • Creative Culinary says

      February 13, 2015 at 12:36 pm

      One is enough for me too...but one of my 'testers' wanted a bit more...so I left the quantity up to the person making them!
      Reply

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