Luxurious Frosted Cranberry Vanilla Martini

Indulge in the seductive charm of this Luxurious Frosted Cranberry Vanilla Martini, where the charismatic tartness of cranberries waltzes with the sweet, whispering caress of homemade vanilla nice cream. This cocktail transforms simple plant-based ingredients into a sumptuous, sippable masterpiece, with each sip unfolding into a heavenly symphony of flavors. The drink is crowned with a celestial fluff, perfectly pairing the airiness of aquafaba with voluptuous coconut cream, creating a topping that's lighter than a cloud yet richer than the most opulent dream. Whether raising a glass swirled with spirits or favoring a non-alcoholic spectacle of cheer, this martini exemplifies a blend of sweet sophistication and indulgent luxury in every sip.

Key Ingredients For Crafting the Perfect Frosted Martini

Whether swirled into a spirited frolic or a non-alcoholic merriment, these ingredients are the foundation of our luxurious martini experience.

• Cranberries: The natural tartness of the cranberries is beautifully sweetened into submission, striking the ideal note for an exquisitely balanced martini while adding a vibrant burst of color.

• Aquafaba and Coconut Cream: This duo results in a topping that boasts an unrivaled balance of ethereal lightness and divine creaminess, offering the sensation of sipping through a soft cloud before reaching the velvety martini below.

• Vanilla Nice Cream: The smooth operator that provides an exquisite mouthfeel, adding richness and contrast to the light, frothy topping. The timeless essence of vanilla lends a soothing aroma and a comforting warmth to the martini, elevating its sophistication with each aromatic note.

• Nutritional Harmony: Even with its decadent overtones, the martini embraces the nutritional goodness of fruit-based ingredients and plant-sourced fats and is free from the heavy dairy found in conventional fluffed cocktails.

Recipe Info

Servings: 2

Prep Time: 15 minutes + freezing time | Cook Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 27 minutes + freezing time

What You'll Need:

For the Vanilla Nice Cream:

• 2 large ripe bananas, peeled, sliced, and frozen (fiber, potassium)

• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (gourmet scent, natural sweetness)

• 2 tbsp plant-based sweetener, such as maple syrup or agave nectar (natural sweetening)

For the Martini:

• 2/3 cup fresh cranberries, plus extra for garnish (antioxidants, vitamin C)

• 1/3 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (vitamin C, freshness)

• 1/3 cup plant-based sweetener (natural sweetening)

• 1 cup ice cubes (chill factor)

• 3 tbsp coconut cream (creamy texture, healthy fats)

• 1/4 cup sweetened vanilla plant-based milk (luscious flavor, creaminess)

• 2 oz vodka (optional for the spirited variant) (adult enjoyment)

For the Coconut-Aquafaba Fluff:

• 1/4 cup aquafaba (fluffiness, vegan wonder)

• 1/4 tsp cream of tartar (stabilizer, peak perfection)

• 2 tbsp powdered sugar, adjust to taste (sweet clouds)

• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (aroma, dreamy sweetness)

• 1/2 cup coconut cream, chilled overnight (decadent whip, texture)