These chocolate cake shots are also known as German chocolate cake shots. You might not know it just by looking at the photo, but the recipe in this shot is delicious that’s right Like chocolate cake. It’s like taking a bite of liquid chocolate cake.
With only 2 ingredients and about 2 minutes total time, it’s easy to have on hand and party ready. This is a great novelty shot for your next special occasion. Learn how to make delicious chocolate cake shots.
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chocolate cake shot ingredients
- hazelnut liqueur – I used Frangelico.
- vodka – I recommend plain vodka without flavors. I like to use Titos or Gray Goose.
- lemon wedges or slices ・For balance of decoration and sweetness.
- sugar – For rimming shot glasses.

How to make chocolate cake shots
Begin adding sugar to the rim of the shot glass. To do this, rub a lemon around the outside of the rim of the shot glass and dip it into the sugar.
Add Frangelico and vodka to the prepared shot glass.
Top with lemon slices.
How to take a photo of chocolate cake
To properly photograph chocolate cake, suck on a lemon slice and hold the juice in your mouth.
chocolate cake cocktail
If you prefer a sippy drink, you can also modify this recipe by doubling the ingredients, shaking in a cocktail shaker with ice, and pouring into a martini glass. This is a fun cocktail, not a shooter, and is great to drink.

tips on how to make
- You can also add sugar-coated lemon wedges. Personally, I thought it was delicious enough without having to do that.
- We recommend starting with unflavored vodka, but you can also substitute chocolate vodka, vanilla vodka, or cake vodka if you want to delve deeper into the theme.
- This shot is so sweet that it’s a great alternative to a dessert at a party.
- I used these shot glass. Beautiful and can also be used as a shot glass or sherry glass. Truly the most high-end shot glasses I’ve seen.
- Make it for a crowd by arranging shot glasses and making them all at once. This is a quick recipe perfect for parties!

Works well with:
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FAQ
FAQ
What are chocolate cake shots made of?
Chocolate Cake Shots are made with just two ingredients: Frangelico and vodka. Frangelico is a hazelnut liqueur.
Why does a chocolate cake shot come with lemon?
The lemon adds so much balance and dimension to the sensory experience when taking this shot. If you make this recipe, don’t omit the lemon.
How strong is a chocolate cake shot?
This shot is very sweet, so I don’t think it will be strong or bite. The vodka flavor is completely hidden by hazelnuts.


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material
- 1 ounce Frangelico hazelnut liqueur
- 1/2 ounce vodka
- 1 lemon slice
Instructions
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First, pour sugar to the rim of the shot glass. To do this, rub a lemon around the outside of the rim of the shot glass and dip it into the sugar.
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Add Frangelico and vodka to a shot glass.
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Top with lemon slices.
Precautions
- If desired, you can also sprinkle the lemon wedges with sugar. Personally, I thought it was delicious enough without having to do that.
- We recommend starting with unflavored vodka, but you can also substitute chocolate vodka, vanilla vodka, or cake-flavored vodka if you want to delve deeper into the theme.
- This shot is so sweet that it’s a great alternative to a dessert at a party.
- I used these shot glass. Beautiful and can also be used as a shot glass or sherry glass. Truly the most high-end shot glasses I’ve seen.
- Make it for a crowd by arranging shot glasses and making them all at once. This is a quick recipe perfect for parties!
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Source: A Beautiful Mess – abeautifulmess.com
