Chocolate Irish Cream
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of homemade Chocolate Irish Cream, a decadent blend of rich milk chocolate, velvety heavy cream, and smooth Irish whiskey. This easy-to-make liqueur boasts notes of espresso, a hint of vanilla and almond, and a touch of cocoa for a perfectly balanced, creamy treat. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is crafted in a blender and chilled for optimal flavor, making it a simple yet impressive addition to your collection of homemade liqueurs. Serve it over ice, stir it into your coffee, or use it as a base for creative cocktails—this versatile drink is a surefire crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 14 oz Sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1.5 cups Whiskey (Irish whiskey preferred)
- 0.5 cup Milk chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon Instant espresso powder
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Almond extract
- 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Instructions
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the milk chocolate chips and cocoa powder. Stir constantly until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth, about 2-3 minutes. Take care not to overheat or scorch the chocolate.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the chocolate mixture cool for 5 minutes.
In a blender, combine the cooled chocolate mixture, sweetened condensed milk, heavy cream, whiskey, espresso powder, vanilla extract, almond extract, and pinch of salt.
Blend the mixture on low speed for 30-60 seconds until fully combined and smooth. Avoid over-blending, as excessive blending can cause the cream to thicken too much.
Taste the mixture and adjust the whiskey quantity to your liking if desired.
Transfer the Chocolate Irish Cream to a clean glass bottle or airtight container. Seal tightly and store in the refrigerator.
Allow the mixture to chill for at least 4 hours before serving to let the flavors meld together.
Shake well before serving. Enjoy as a standalone drink over ice, as a coffee creamer, or use it as a base for cocktails!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
341 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.1 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 41 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 80 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.9 g | ||
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 114 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 180 mg | 4% | |
*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.
