Mint-Chocolate Leprechaun Shots

A chocolaty-minty drink to celebrate St. Patrick's Day made with chocolate liqueur and peppermint schnapps garnished with green whipped cream.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 285 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar
• 3 drops green food coloring, or as desired
• 0.5 cup heavy whipping cream
• 0.25 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup ice cubes
• 4.5 ounces chocolate liqueur (such as Godiva®)
• 1.25 fluid ounces peppermint schnapps
• 0.5 (1.5 ounce) bar Chocolate shavings

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes. Add chocolate liqueur and peppermint schnapps. Shake vigorously for 2 to 3 minutes. Pour into glasses.

Step 2

Place a dollop of green whipped cream on top of each shot and garnish with shaved chocolate.

Step 3

Beat heavy cream and vanilla extract in a chilled glass or metal bowl using an electric mixer until frothy. Add confectioners' sugar gradually, continuing to beat until soft peaks form. Beat in enough food coloring to reach desired shade of green.