Evidently, I’m all about gearing you guys up for holidays lately, check out these party-worthy raspberry martini shooters. Of course you can bypass the making the marbled chocolate cups, but why would you? Sure you can serve the raspberry martini mousse in a shot glasses for ease of preparation, but I promise you the chocolate cups will make you a party hero and everyone knows pretty food just taste better.
Raspberry Martini Shooters
So yesterday I was on my way home from work and guess what happened to genius here?
I ran out of gas. Now it wouldn’t be a big deal if this wasn’t becoming a habit. But the truth is I ran out of gas 4 months ago and between that time, I’ve had my car jumped (for leaving the key in the ignition with car turned on, but not running), I locked my keys in the car, I’ve actually gotten in and sat down in the wrong car.
I know, frighteningly absent minded, right?
I don’t know what it is lately, but it seems like I am more clunky than usual and as a result I’m bulkily and awkwardly moving my way from one thing to the next. I’ve lost all grace and fluidity (not that I had much to begin with).
I’m sure this will pass, but if anyone has any advice to speed me along – leave a comment, please. And since my brain is obviously not functional I’m keeping this one short and sweet.
Rasberry Martini Mousse Shooters
Ingredients
- 6oz white chocolate, melted (about 1 cup)
- 3 oz dark chocolate, melted (about 1/2 cup)
- 1 1/2 cup heavy cream, cold
- 1/2 cup confectioner sugar
- 1/2 cup vodka
- 4 oz raspberries, pureed
Instructions
- Melt both chocolates. Using a small paint brush, lightly spot areas with dark chocolate. Then use a separate brush and cover walls of form with white chocolate transfer to freezer and chill for 5 minutes. Remove and apply a second coat and chill once more. The chocolate cups can be made 3 days in advance and kept at room temperature or stored in the refrigerator.
- Place heavy cream in a cold bowl, using a hand mixer, beat until soft peaks form. Add sugar and beat until combined and peaks hold with out a curve. Add in vodka and beat until combined.
- Turn off hand mixer and use a sturdy spatula or wooden spoon to fold in raspberry puree.
Assembly
Place mixture into a a pastry bag fitted with a Wilton 1M tip or preferred tip. Fill chocolate cups with desired amount. Garnish with a raspberry.
Notes
A few notes:
- I used confectioner sugar instead of granulated sugar since it dissolves more quickly and reduces the chance of over beating the cream to a curdled looking state.
- I did not push my raspberry puree through a sieve, but you may want to to avoid any seeds - confession, I was too lazy!
- Before you start mixing, place bowl and beaters in the freezer to chill. This will help to speed up the time it takes to set the raspberry martini mousse.
- To cut down the time skip the chocolate cups for shooter style glasses
White & dark chocolate AND heavy cream and raspberries…and booze. Yes, you are on the right track! 🙂
WOW! these look incredible! I’ve noticed I’m getting far more absent minded too! you’re not alone!
These look amazing… What form did you use for the chocolate cups??
OMG! They look and sound amazing! I am definitely making them. What did you use for the chocolate mold, a cupcake cup?
What do you recommend using to form the cups? Would silicone baking cups work? Thanks, making these ASAP!!
Vodka is a lovely baking companion… or just alcohol in general…
Those look DIVINE. Love that there’s booze in them.
Oh you! So freakin’ funny! I’m glad you made it home safely!
You know how I feel about booze, so, yeah, I pretty much adore these babies
Looks super yummy! Did you mention what can of pan/mold you used for making the chocolate cups? I thought I might have missed it somewhere. I have been wanting to make my own chocolate cups.
Great photo!
Can I just say that I’m kind of happy that I don’t have a car over here. That stuff was so me although I never got in the wrong car. I hope it passes quickly. 🙂
And these look amazing! Love the pictures, too. White chocolate and raspberries is kind of my favorite thing ever.
This is so stanking cute and awesome. I glad you are okay. Take it easy doll!
I’m thinking it’s time for you to take a breather and have some down time. You have to rest and recuperate! Even just a short break makes a huge difference for me when I start feeling that way.
When you are an over-obligator these things are bound to happen. Just take them in stride and keep on keepin’ on!
Party worthy indeed! If only I would let others enjoy them…all mine.
These look fantastic in so many ways.
Paula – I used silicone molds. The flexibilty of them makes for removing the cups alot easier.
Catherine-I used a silicone mold. The flexibilty of them makes for easy removal.
All My Favorite ingredients! How Would Make These Non-alchoholic? P.s. We Don’t Get Enough Rest…
I have looked EVERYWHERE for any type of shooter mold and can not find anything close. Any ideas?
I love the mold but can’t seem to find it anywhere – do you think you could email me the link of where you purchased it? my email is jennifer@tripda.com. Thanks!