Chocolate, peanuts, caramel, and cream! My VERY favorite ice cream bar in martini form! This Snickers Martini recipe is easy to make, creamy and indulgent…what could be better?

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Ice Cream Martini Recipe

Stop the presses…July is ICE CREAM MONTH!!!! All this hot weather needs a friend, and ice cream is that friend! I can never get enough ice cream, so July is my favorite.

Okay, you’re confused. This is a martini post. I KNOW, I know. That’s because SNICKERS® Ice Cream Bars are my favorite way to eat ice cream…so much so that I want to recreate the flavors in cocktail form!

Snickers Ice Cream Bars contain all of the best flavors: peanuts, caramel, vanilla, and of COURSE chocolate. Lucky for us, those flavors are easily made into martini form. This combo could be dangerous. It’s just too good!

Be sure to try my Gingerbread Martini and Tiramisu Martini too!

Why you will love this recipe!

  • Easy to make: It takes no more than 15 minutes to make these cocktails with just a short ingredients list.
  • So creamy: Made with milk, creamer and ice cream, these drinks are the best kind of indulgent.
  • Perfect for the summer: This is one delicious way to cool down in the heat of summer!
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How to make a snickers martini

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  • Rim the glass with caramel and chopped peanuts. Chill to set.
  • Shake together the cocktail ingredients.
  • Pour and enjoy!
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A table topped with a cut in half on a plate, with Martini and Snickers

Shake don’t stir

When it comes to martinis, they should be stirred rather than shaken, but this Snickers martini does need to be shaken. That’s because we use milk and creamer alongside the alcohol, so it needs to be smashed together to blend well. A straight martini should always be stirred.

Can you make it ahead of time?

These are best served as soon as they are shaken and poured, but if you are planning to serve a few, you can totally rim the glasses and keep them chilled ahead of time.

How to garnish

The caramel and peanut rim is a must for this cocktail, visually it’s so appealing and you get a great nutty hint when you take a sip. I also like to add a little caramel ice cream just before serving for an extra treat!

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Recipe Notes and Tips

  • I use a lower fat milk, 1 or 2%, but you can use a fuller fat milk if you prefer.
  • If you don’t have a shaker, you can add the liquids to a sealable mason jar and use that to shake.
  • Allow the rimmed glasses to set in the fridge for 10 minutes to stop the caramel sauce from running down the glass.
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I can’t think of a better way to celebrate Ice Cream Month than sipping on a Snickers Martini, this might just make me forget how much I hate the heat!

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Snickers Martini

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Prep: 15 minutes
Total: 15 minutes
Servings: 2
Author: Becky Hardin
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This chocolate and caramel flavored martini tastes just like a Snickers bar, making for an indulgent dessert cocktail.
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Ingredients 

  • Caramel Ice Cream Topping for garnish
  • Chopped Peanuts for garnish
  • 2 ounces caramel flavored coffee creamer
  • 2 ounces low fat milk
  • 4 ounces dark chocolate liqueur
  • 2 ounces amaretto

Instructions 

  • Dip rim of martini glass in caramel sauce then roll in chopped peanuts. Place in fridge for about 5-10 minutes to set the rim. (the caramel sauce might drip if not set…this is an optional step)
  • In a shaker, add creamer, milk, chocolate liqueur, amaretto, and ice. Shake to combine.
  • Pour martini into glass and serve cold. Enjoy with a SNICKERS® Ice Cream Bar for extra Ice Cream Month fun!

Becky’s Tips

  • I use a lower fat milk, 1 or 2%, but you can use a fuller fat milk if you prefer.
  • If you don’t have a shaker, you can add the liquids to a sealable mason jar and use that to shake.
Calories: 312kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 1gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 19mgPotassium: 42mgSugar: 39gVitamin A: 55IUCalcium: 35mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Meet Becky Hardin

Becky Hardin is a wife and mother living in Saint Louis Missouri. She founded The Cookie Rookie in 2012 as a creative way to share recipes. Now, she is a trusted resource for easy cooking around the world, being featured in Taste of Home, The Kitchn, ABC’s Home and Family, and more. Here at The Cookie Rookie she is the editor in chief of all recipes and continues to enjoy sharing her passion for cooking for busy families. She has since founded two additional food blogs, Easy Chicken Recipes and Easy Dessert Recipes.

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Laura | Petite Allergy Treats
Laura | Petite Allergy Treats
July 21, 2015 10:34 pm

You’ve taken me back to college days where I lived on Snickers Ice Cream Bars while suffering from lack of air conditioning. Good times…This martini’s would be a HIT at any party or gathering. Pinned.

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
July 22, 2015 1:30 pm

HA!!! Snickers Ice Cream Bars always save the day!! Ha thanks for stopping by Laura!

Holly
Holly
July 21, 2015 10:24 pm

You had me at martini, but this combination has given me an excellent excuse to participate in Thirsty Thursday tomorrow. Keep one cool for me. CHEERS!

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
July 21, 2015 10:27 pm
Reply to  Holly

We need a happy hour soon!

Melanie | Melanie Makes
Melanie | Melanie Makes
July 21, 2015 9:24 pm

You are the martini queen, my friend! These look scrumptious!

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
July 21, 2015 10:07 pm

Thanks girl!

Annie @Maebells
Annie @Maebells
July 21, 2015 2:51 pm

Um, you deliver, right?! :) This is totally amazing1 I cannot wait to try it!

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
July 21, 2015 4:06 pm

Ha I would love to!!! :)

Cristina @ I Say Nomato
Cristina @ I Say Nomato
July 21, 2015 2:32 pm

I’m not a martini person, but I have GOT to try these! Love the cute nuts around the rim.

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
July 21, 2015 4:06 pm

Thanks so much Cristina!

Shelby @ Go Eat and Repeat
Shelby @ Go Eat and Repeat
July 21, 2015 2:11 pm

This snickers martini is heaven in a glass! I would love to try one of these!

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
July 21, 2015 4:06 pm

Thanks Shelby!

Malinda @ Countryside Cravings
Malinda @ Countryside Cravings
July 21, 2015 12:50 pm

Wow, you are so creative! I love snickers ice cream bars, well I love ice cream period! But a snickers martini sounds super tasty to sip on!!!

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
July 21, 2015 4:07 pm

Thanks Malinda! Means a lot!

Connie | URBAN BAKES
Connie | URBAN BAKES
July 21, 2015 12:19 pm

This looks absolutely amazing! I love anything with snickers and mixed with a martini drink, HEAVEN!

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
July 21, 2015 12:19 pm

Thanks so much Connie!

Kacey @ The Cookie Writer
Kacey @ The Cookie Writer
July 21, 2015 11:24 am

You know, we would make awesome friends! Fancy drinks, Mexican cuisine, and just plain good recipes! Another great recipe, Becky!

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
July 21, 2015 12:19 pm

Thank you so much Kacey! And I agree!!

Beth
Beth
July 21, 2015 6:49 am

July has to be the best month in the whole calendar because of ice cream month, am I right?!! :)

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
July 21, 2015 12:20 pm
Reply to  Beth

Totally. Doesn’t get any better!