Last Dance
Indulge in the luxurious allure of the "Last Dance," a decadent dessert cocktail that blends rich dark chocolate, velvety cream, and the bold intensity of freshly brewed espresso. Infused with the bright citrus notes of orange liqueur and the smooth kick of vodka, this elegant drink is the ultimate after-dinner treat. Each sip delivers a harmony of deep, bittersweet flavors, balanced by a touch of brown sugar and finished with a flourish of grated chocolate and fragrant orange zest. Perfect for date nights or festive gatherings, this quick and easy recipe—ready in just 15 minutes—is a show-stopping finale to any meal. Treat yourself to the irresistible sophistication of the "Last Dance" and let it become your go-to indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 50 grams Dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 120 milliliters Heavy cream
- 60 milliliters Espresso, freshly brewed
- 30 milliliters Orange liqueur (e.g., Cointreau or Grand Marnier)
- 30 milliliters Vodka
- 1 teaspoon Brown sugar
- 8 pieces Ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon Dark chocolate shavings (for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoon Orange zest (for garnish)
Instructions
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the dark chocolate with 60 milliliters of heavy cream, stirring constantly until smooth. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
Brew a fresh shot of espresso (approximately 60 milliliters) and stir in the brown sugar until dissolved. Let it cool to room temperature.
In a cocktail shaker, add the melted chocolate mixture, remaining 60 milliliters of heavy cream, cooled espresso, orange liqueur, vodka, and ice cubes.
Shake vigorously for 20-30 seconds to blend and chill the ingredients thoroughly.
Strain the mixture evenly into two chilled martini glasses.
Garnish each glass with dark chocolate shavings and a sprinkling of orange zest for a touch of elegance.
Serve immediately and savor the 'Last Dance' as a decadent conclusion to your meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
452 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.2 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.4 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 31 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.4 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.3 g | ||
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 24 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 229 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
