The chocolate-covered pretzel is one of my best chocolate favorite snacks. To me, the saltiness of the pretzel and the sweetness of the chocolate is the perfect combination. So, what if this dessert becomes a drink, can you imagine it? Let me introduce you to the sweet and salty chocolate covered pretzel shot.

What are Chocolate Covered Pretzel Shots?

Chocolate covered pretzel shots are alcoholic beverages. Let me be clear, it is not made of actual chocolate-covered pretzels but is inspired by the flavors of this snack. These shots blend sweet chocolate liqueur with salty caramel notes to create a unique drinking experience. Garnished with a pretzel and a drizzle of melted chocolate, the sweet and salty drink is ready for you to enjoy.

Glass of Chocolate Covered Pretzel Shot, garnished with pretzel — Chocolate Dipped Pretzel Shot glasses

Chocolate Covered Pretzel Shot recipe

This shot is a delightful blend of sweet and salty, perfect for any cocktail enthusiast. Here is how to make the chocolate covered pretzel Shot. You can choose whichever recipe suits you.

With Bailey’s or Frangelico hazelnut liqueur: This flavorful mix combines the rich, nutty notes of Frangelico (or Bailey’s Irish Cream) with smooth chocolate liqueur and a hint of salted caramel vodka. The result is a decadent shot that perfectly mimics the taste of a chocolate-covered pretzel.

With Kahlúa: This version blends rich coffee liqueur, decadent chocolate liqueur, and smooth salted caramel vodka, creating a perfectly balanced shot with layers of flavor.

Chocolate Covered Pretzel Shot

This playful cocktail combines the rich, creamy taste of chocolate liqueur with the crisp, salty crunch of pretzels for a truly unique drinking experience. Inspired by the popular snack, this shot is perfect for parties, happy hours, or as a delightful dessert drink.

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Total Time 6

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Servings 1

Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients

With Bailey's or Frangelico

30 ml Frangelico (hazelnut liqueur) you can use Bailey's Irish Cream
15 ml chocolate liqueur
15 ml salted caramel vodka
Pretzels for garnish
Melted chocolate for garnish

Chocolate Covered Pretzel Shot with Kahlua

30 ml Kahlua or any other coffee liqueur
15 ml chocolate liqueur
15 ml salted caramel vodka
Melted chocolate for garnish
Pretzel for garnish

Instructions

Rim a shot glass with melted chocolate. Dip the rim of the glass into the melted chocolate, ensuring an even coating around the edge.
Crush a small pretzel and place it on a plate. Dip the shot glass into the crushed pretzel.
In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine all the all the liqueur
Shake the mixture well until thoroughly chilled.
Strain the mixture into the prepared shot glass.
Garnish the shot with a small slice of pretzel, placing it on the rim of the glass.
Drizzle a bit of melted chocolate over the top of the shot for an extra touch of decadence.

Notes

– The choice of chocolate liqueur impacts the shot’s flavor profile:

Liqueur Type	Flavor Profile	Best Paired With
Dark Chocolate	Rich, intense	Salted caramel vodka
Milk Chocolate	Sweet, creamy	Irish cream

– If your chocolate salty pretzel shot turns out too sweet:

Use less sweet liqueurs in future batches

Add a small amount of vodka to dilute the sweetness

Add a dash of salt

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Chocolate Covered Pretzel Shot Recipe