This Sugar Cookie Martini is like dessert in a glass! It’s a sweet, creamy, and incredibly delicious cocktail that tastes just like a liquid sugar cookie, complete with a fun sprinkle rim. I love making these for holiday parties, birthdays, or anytime I’m craving a truly decadent and festive adult beverage. It combines vanilla vodka, Irish cream, amaretto, and milk for a perfectly balanced sweet treat. Get ready to sip on your new favorite dessert cocktail!
Why You’ll Love This Sugar Cookie Martini
- Tastes Like a Cookie: Seriously, it captures the sweet, buttery, vanilla flavor of a classic sugar cookie!
- Creamy and Delicious: The Irish cream and milk give this martini a wonderfully smooth and creamy texture.
- Festive Presentation: The frosting and sprinkle rim makes it perfect for celebrations.
- Easy to Make: Despite tasting complex, it’s simple to shake up using common liqueurs.
- Perfect Dessert Cocktail: A great alternative to traditional desserts for parties or after dinner.
Ingredients for Sugar Cookie Martini
Here’s what you’ll need to make this delightful dessert cocktail. The full list with measurements is in the recipe card below.
Martini
- Vanilla vodka (Liquor)
- Irish cream (Liqueur)
- Whole milk (Dairy)
- Amaretto (Liqueur)
- Powdered sugar (Sweetener)
- Ice (Ice)
For Rimming the Glass
- Vanilla frosting (Frosting)
- Sprinkles (Decoration)
(Note: the full ingredients list, including measurements, is provided in the recipe card below.)
Variations
I love this Sugar Cookie Martini as is, but here are a few fun variations:
- Different Vodka: Use cake-flavored vodka or regular vodka if you don’t have vanilla.
- Add Chocolate: Use a chocolate liqueur instead of amaretto or add a splash of creme de cacao.
- Make it Dairy-Free: Use a dairy-free Irish cream alternative and oat milk or almond milk.
- Different Sprinkles: Use holiday-specific sprinkles (like red and green for Christmas) or any color you like!
- Add Spice: Add a tiny pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon to the shaker.
How to Make a Sugar Cookie Martini
Let me show you how easy it is to make this festive Sugar Cookie Martini:
Prepare the Glass
- First, I prepare my martini glass to make it extra special. I spread a thin layer of vanilla frosting along the rim. (You can also dip the rim into the frosting if you prefer).
- Next, I pour the sprinkles into a shallow dish or saucer.
- I dip the frosting-covered rim into the sprinkles, pressing gently until it’s coated all around. I set the prepared glass aside.
Mix the Martini
- In a cocktail shaker, I combine the vanilla vodka, Irish cream, whole milk, amaretto, and powdered sugar.
- I fill the shaker with ice.
- I close the lid tightly and shake for at least 15 seconds. You want the shaker to get really cold – this ensures the drink is perfectly chilled and mixed.
Serve
- I pour the chilled mixture through the shaker’s strainer into the prepared martini glass.
- Serve immediately
Tips and Tricks for the BEST Martini
Here are my secrets for making this dessert cocktail truly exceptional:
- Chill Your Glass: Place your martini glass in the freezer for 10-15 minutes before preparing the drink for an extra cold cocktail.
- Use Quality Liqueurs: The flavor of the vanilla vodka, Irish cream, and amaretto really comes through, so use brands you enjoy.
- Shake Vigorously: Don’t be shy with the shaking! It properly chills and slightly dilutes the cocktail for the best texture and taste.
- Fresh Ingredients: Ensure your milk and cream (if substituting) are fresh.
- Adjust Sweetness: If you prefer a less sweet drink, you can slightly reduce the powdered sugar.
How to Serve
This Sugar Cookie Martini is a dessert in itself! It’s perfect for:
- Holiday Parties: A festive and fun signature cocktail for Christmas or New Year’s Eve.
- Birthday Celebrations: A sweet way to toast the birthday person.
- Dessert Course: Serve it after dinner as a liquid dessert.
- Girls’ Night: A fun and decadent treat to share with friends.
Serve immediately in the prepared, sprinkle-rimmed martini glass.
Make Ahead and Storage
This cocktail is best made fresh just before serving. You can rim the glasses ahead of time if needed.
FAQs about Sugar Cookie Martini
- Can I make this without a cocktail shaker?
- You can stir the ingredients vigorously with ice in a large glass or jar and then strain it, but a shaker provides the best chilling and aeration.
- What is Irish Cream?
- Irish cream is a liqueur made from Irish whiskey, cream, and other flavorings like coffee and chocolate (e.g., Baileys).
- What is Amaretto?
- Amaretto is a sweet, almond-flavored Italian liqueur.
Enjoy this sweet, creamy, and incredibly festive Sugar Cookie Martini! It’s a perfect dessert cocktail for any celebration.
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Best Sugar Cookie Martini
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 1x
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails, Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Description
This Sugar Cookie Martini is a sweet and festive dessert cocktail that tastes remarkably like a liquid sugar cookie! It combines vanilla vodka, Irish cream, amaretto, milk, and a touch of powdered sugar,
Ingredients
For the Rim:
- Vanilla frosting (store-bought or homemade)
- Sprinkles (holiday, rainbow, or your choice)
For the Martini:
- 1 1/2 ounces vanilla vodka
- 1 1/2 ounces Irish cream liqueur (such as Baileys)
- 2 ounces whole milk (or half-and-half for richer flavor)
- 1 ounce amaretto (almond liqueur)
- 1 teaspoon powdered sugar (confectioners’ sugar)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
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Prepare the Rim:
- Spread a thin layer of vanilla frosting onto a small plate.
- Pour the sprinkles onto another small, shallow dish or saucer.
- Dip the rim of a martini glass into the frosting, rotating to coat the edge evenly.
- Immediately dip the frosting-coated rim into the sprinkles, pressing gently to adhere. Set the prepared glass aside.
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Combine Martini Ingredients: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes. Add the vanilla vodka, Irish cream liqueur, milk, amaretto, and powdered sugar to the shaker.
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Shake Well: Secure the lid tightly on the cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously for at least 15 seconds, or until the outside of the shaker is very cold.
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Strain and Serve: Strain the chilled mixture from the shaker into the prepared, sprinkle-rimmed martini glass. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Vodka: Use a good quality vanilla-flavored vodka. If you don’t have vanilla vodka, you can use plain vodka and add an extra 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the shaker.
- Irish Cream: Baileys is the most common brand, but any Irish cream liqueur will work.
- Milk: Whole milk provides a good balance. For a richer, creamier martini, substitute half-and-half or even heavy cream.
- Amaretto: Amaretto adds the characteristic almond flavor often found in sugar cookies.
- Sweetness: Adjust the amount of powdered sugar to your preference. If you prefer a less sweet drink, you can omit it.
- Chilling: Ensure all liquid ingredients and the shaker are cold for the best results. Chilling the martini glass beforehand is also a nice touch.
- Variations: Add a drop of almond extract for more intense almond flavor.
- Storage: This cocktail is best made fresh and served immediately.