Sweet as – these easy chocolatey cocktails double as dessert.

Ever since the first chocolate Easter egg rolled out (it was in the 1800s, apparently), there have been two types of people. There are those who smash through their entire stash of Easter chocolate in one sitting, and then there are their siblings, who really love to make that collection last (and rub it in). But we think leftover chocolate is fair game, and now that we’re grown-ups, there’s no better use for it than in tasty cocktails. Because the addition of chocolate never made anything worse, right?

Whether you’re in the mood for an adult hot choccy (that’s a hot chocolate spiked with vodka), a creamy sipper that tastes just like an after-dinner mint, or a slew of other options that can seamlessly sub in for dessert, we’ve got you covered. And so, we bring you 12 of the most delicious and easiest chocolate cocktails to make at home.

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1. Nutella Martini cocktail recipe

It’s a rite of passage to stand over a jar of Nutella with a dessert spoon in hand shoving mountains of the hazelnut spread in your mouth, and we think the Nutella Martini is the more mature equivalent. Naturally, you’ll need a jar of the good stuff. We advise against the small one because there needs to be enough for a few spoonfuls for each cocktail, along with a few for you to taste along the way. Then you’ll need hazelnut liqueur, Irish cream liqueur and some vodka (it is a Martini after all).

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2. Grasshopper cocktail recipe

Forget about an after-dinner mint on the pillow – we’re all about finishing the night with a Grasshopper. it calls for the minty green crème de menthe, along with white creme de cacao, milk and regular cream (probably best to survey for dietaries ahead of popping this on the menu). Then it’s quite simple, but prepare your biceps because this cocktail takes some strength to get the cream fluffy, rather than thick. Garnish this with grated chocolate, or to go all in on the mint flavours by finely chopping a Mint Slice (or two).

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3. Mocha Martini

Ever ordered a mocha and felt a tinge of pain watching the barista’s response? Well, this is a shame-free mocha zone. This cocktail is a big winner at Easter (shave down a few choccie eggs for the rim), but there’s nothing to say it can’t be a year-round favourite. This cocktail is a cinch to make – almost nothing can go wrong, but just don’t forget your espresso. Level it up by using coffee beans and your at-home machine to make the espresso.

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4. Oaxaca Old Fashioned cocktail recipe

Here is an agave twist on the classic Old Fashioned cocktail, with more subtle chocolate flavours than some of the others in this list. Just know there’s nowhere to hide in here, so use the quality stuff – tequila, mezcal, agave syrup and a dash or two of chocolate bitters. You’ll find that bitters used in most bars, but if you can’t track it down, you can still use Angostura Bitters – the chocolate notes will be replaced by flavours of cinnamon, cardamom and cloves.

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5. Mudslide cocktail recipe

Ever get to the end of the night and you’re too full for dessert and a drink? The perfect solution is the Mudslide. We’d say it’s more dessert than drink, but it absolutely ticks both boxes. The Mudslide is chocolate, coffee and cream. For those who don’t really do coffee, switch the coffee liqueur to hazelnut. And you can try subbing the cream for ice cream, too. Our recipe features crushed honeycomb, but have fun with it – you could try Kit-Kat, Flake, Twix, Twirl – the possibilities are as long as the chocolate aisle.

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6. Toblerone cocktail recipe

Toblerone isn’t just for Father’s Day – not when it comes in such a tasty cocktail form. It has quite a few ingredients, but it’s worth it. From your bar cart, you’ll need coffee liqueur, hazelnut liqueur and Irish cream liqueur, and from the pantry, grab your chocolate sauce and honey. Then you just need vanilla ice cream. This recipe calls for a chocolate garnish, so go ahead and grate down that bar of Swiss goodness (or any Easter eggs left lying around).

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7. Doughnut-ini cocktail recipe

The Doughnut-ini is the best of both worlds – a donut and a Martini. Plus, there’s chocolate liqueur in there, so it really meets the brief. It all starts with a cinnamon sugar rim – you can buy it from the supermarket, or whip some up with ground cinnamon and caster sugar. Then you need spiced rum, vanilla liqueur, chocolate liqueur, cream and a dash of bitters. Then it’s just a matter of chucking them all in a shaker (and shaking!), before double straining. We recommend serving with a side of donuts, naturally.

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8. Stout Fellow cocktail recipe

A beer-based cocktail that also includes chocolate, coffee and rum? Say less. The Stout Fellow is only 12 years old, but boy has it made a name for itself in that time. Don’t be fooled by the appearance, this isn’t an Espresso Martini. While they may look the same, they taste VERY different. Don’t be afraid to experiment with your choice of rum and beer, but if you love a stout, then we reckon this fellow is for you.

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9. Dan’s Hot Chocolate cocktail recipe

Picture this: it’s the dead of winter, feels like five degrees out, you’re home, relaxing in front of the fire, holding a hot chocolate. In this practically perfect setting, the hot chocolate includes vodka. To make this drink your own, have fun with your chocolate choices – hazelnut, Caramilk, Top Deck (those are just some of our favourites). Dial up or down the cocoa depending on how sweet or bitter you prefer your hot choccy.

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10. Bailey’s White Hot Chocolate cocktail recipe

You probably already know and love Baileys, but if it’s been a while between drinks, dust that baby off, because in under 10 minutes, you could be sipping this decadent drink. You’ll need milk, white chocolate, white drinking chocolate, nutmeg, cloves, orange peel, Baileys (obvy), and your choice of vodka or spiced rum. And we know nutmeg is as divisive as coriander, so if you’re not a fan, simply sub that final sprinkle for cinnamon or cocoa powder.

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11. Salted Chocolate Oldie cocktail recipe

This outrageously delicious take on the Old Fashioned comes from Perth drinks star Shirley Yeung, who says it tastes like an after-dinner treat. We’re in. It’s not too sweet, either, making it a great all-rounder cocktail as well as being a complex, sophisticated sipper. A mix of dark rum, sweet vermouth, chocolate liqueur, goooood salt (put down the Saxa), and a charred orange wedge, this is a cocktail you can’t mess up. Serve it over a block of ice.

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12. Black Forest Caketail cocktail recipe

A cocktail that tastes like cake is our idea of a good time, so we have to include this Black Forest-inspired treat. Made with brandy, cherry wine and Bailey’s chocolate flavour (it's good!), milk and cream, this is one decadent shake-style cocktail. Topped with whipped cream and grated chocolate, this is a must-serve for dessert that will win everyone over, including those who say they’re not into sweets.