The peanut butter cup was one of my favorite cakes when I was a child. Even now, as a so-called adult, that cake still holds a special place in my heart, but in a different form. I’m talking about the Peanut Butter Martini (or Peanut Butter Cup Martini).

I stumbled upon this drink that’s like the liquid version of that cake I loved. When taking a sip, suddenly, I’m transported back to my childhood, but with a fancy martini glass in my hand.

Peanut Butter Martini recipe with more alcohol — Drunken Peanut Butter Cup Martini

The first taste is like a peanut buttery hug from the past. It has the rich and creamy flavors of peanut butter with the elegance of a classic Martini. I can’t help but grin like a kid who just found a hidden stash of candy. It’s not just the taste, though; it’s the feeling it brings. It’s like I’m back in my childhood kitchen, devouring that peanut butter cup on my birthday.

It’s like a sweet reminder that some things never really change, they just get a little more sophisticated. If you ever stumble upon this Peanut Butter Martini, don’t hesitate. Take a trip down memory lane and toast to the good times – both past and present. Here’s everything you need to know how to make the Peanut Butter Cup Martini:

Peanut Butter Cup Martini

A unique and delightful drinking experience that's sure to leave your taste buds yearning for more.

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Total Time 12

Course Drinks

Cuisine American, European

Servings 2

Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients

3 ounces chocolate liqueur
2 ounces peanut butter whiskey e.g. Skrewball whiskey
1 ounce cream or half-and-half
1/2 ounce simple syrup (adjust to taste)
Crushed graham crackers for rimming the glass optional
Miniature peanut butter cups for garnish optional
Ice cubes

Instructions

Chill your martini glasses in the freezer for about 10 minutes.
If you prefer a rimmed glass, moisten the rim with a bit of water or use a lime or lemon wedge. Then, dip the moistened rim into crushed graham crackers, rotating it to coat evenly. Set the prepared glasses aside.
In a cocktail shaker, add the chocolate liqueur, peanut butter whiskey, cream or half-and-half, and simple syrup.
Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds to thoroughly chill the mixture.
Strain the Peanut Butter Cup Martini into the prepared martini glasses.
You can garnish each martini with a miniature peanut butter cup on a cocktail pick or skewer.
Serve your Peanut Butter Cup Martini immediately, ideally in a chilled martini glass, and savor the delightful combination of chocolate and peanut butter flavors.

Notes

You can drizzle chocolate syrup along the inner surface of the martini glass before you pour in the Peanut Butter Cup drink. This will increase the sweetness.
To make it even nuttier, consider adding a small amount of hazelnut liqueur (e.g., Frangelico) to the mix.
For a non-alcoholic version, you can replace the peanut butter whiskey with peanut butter syrup and the chocolate liqueur with chocolate syrup. Ensure you use a non-alcoholic cream or milk substitute.

Keyword alcohol, cocktails, martini, peanut butter

You can make this Peanut Butter Martini recipe different by adding some interesting elements, like:

– A shot of espresso to make the Peanut Butter Espresso Martini. This can give your Martini a caffeine kick, harmonizing the robust coffee flavor with the nutty goodness of peanut butter.

– Or fruity jelly to make Peanut Butter and Jelly Martini – a nostalgic favorite with a grown-up twist