This homemade Irish Cream recipe is the perfect addition to your morning coffee, delicious served over ice cream and perfect over ice for sipping.
Did you know it takes less than 5 minutes to make Copycat Baileys Irish Cream at home (and the flavor is amazing)!
A bottle of DIY Irish Cream makes for easy and delicious Christmas gifts (although you’ll want to make a double batch to save some for yourself too)!
Start by pouring the Irish Cream into mason jars or glass bottles. Seal tightly and tie with a ribbon. Be sure you let the person know that they have to keep it in the fridge (and not under the tree).
Ingredients
Sweetened Condensed Milk thickens and sweetens the mixture.
Light Cream makes this creamy of course and helps balance out the sweetness of the condensed milk. You can use coconut milk or even heavy cream if it’s all you have (add a bit of milk to thin it out if needed).
Whiskey is the alcohol in this recipe. Of course, Irish whiskey (like Jameson) is ideal but really, there is no need for a fancy whiskey. An inexpensive brand works just as well (in a pinch you cold even use vodka).
Flavor Instant coffee (or instant espresso) and pure vanilla extract add flavor. Some recipes add a touch of cocoa powder, almond extract, or chocolate syrup. We think this recipe is perfect as is.
To Make Irish Cream without Alcohol
This Irish cream can be made without alcohol. Skip the whiskey and add a teaspoon or so of rum extract or whiskey extract. Brands can vary so add a little bit at a time until you reach the desired flavor!
How To Make Irish Cream
Plae all of the ingredients in a large bowl or pitcher and whisk to combine. Soo easy!
Storage
As long as your cream is fresh, homemade Baileys will last about 2 weeks in the fridge.
If giving this as a gift, leave a note to ensure your recipients refrigerate it.
Recipes to Spike with Irish Cream
Homemade Baileys can be served over ice or added to cocktails or coffee. Poke some holes and drizzle a little over cakes or cupcakes.
Irish Cream Recipe (Copycat Baileys)
Irish Cream is creamy & flavorful with a bit of a kick. The best part is, it’s ready in under 5 minutes!
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Combine all ingredients in jar with a tight-fitting lid.
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Shake to mix well. Chill at least 24 hours before serving.
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Store in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.
This will keep in the fridge as long as the expiry date on your cream.
Serve over ice, in cocktails, or in coffee.
Calories: 215, Carbohydrates: 19g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 9g, Saturated Fat: 6g, Cholesterol: 33mg, Sodium: 49mg, Potassium: 145mg, Sugar: 18g, Vitamin A: 291IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 108mg, Iron: 1mg
(Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.)
Course Beverage, Drink, Drinks
Cuisine American, Irish
This easy recipe is inspired by versions in the McNab Family Cookbook, a little self published cookbook. The book contains 3 homemade Irish Cream liqueur recipes in my little book with different ingredients (eggs, chocolate syrup, and rum). I combined the parts I liked best to create this delicious recipe.
