Real Irish Cream Liqueur
Indulge in the rich, velvety flavors of homemade *Real Irish Cream Liqueur*, a true treat for your taste buds! This quick and easy recipe combines smooth Irish whiskey, luscious heavy cream, and sweetened condensed milk to create a luxurious base, elevated by the bold notes of brewed espresso and the sweetness of chocolate syrup. A hint of vanilla and almond extract adds a delicate complexity, making each sip irresistible. Ready in just 10 minutes, this DIY Irish cream is perfect for pouring over ice, adding to coffee, or mixing into decadent cocktails. Impress your guests with this creamy, customizable liqueur that tastes better than store-bought—ideal for festive gatherings or as a thoughtful, homemade gift. Don't forget to shake it gently before serving and refrigerate for maximum flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Irish whiskey
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 14 ounces Sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons Brewed espresso or strong coffee, cooled
- 2 tablespoons Chocolate syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Almond extract
Instructions
In a blender, combine Irish whiskey, heavy cream, and sweetened condensed milk. Blend on low speed for 20-30 seconds until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
Add the brewed espresso or strong coffee, chocolate syrup, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the blender. Blend again on low speed for another 20-30 seconds.
Taste the liqueur and adjust the flavors if desired, such as adding more coffee, chocolate, or almond extract, to suit your preference.
Transfer the mixture to a clean glass bottle or airtight container using a funnel for easy pouring.
Seal the container tightly and refrigerate before serving. The flavors will meld together beautifully within a few hours.
Shake the bottle gently before serving. Serve chilled over ice, in coffee, or as an ingredient in cocktails.
Store the Irish cream in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2680 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.8 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.8 g | 349% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 375 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 614 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 226.8 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 225.0 g | ||
| Protein | 31.9 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1132 mg | 87% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 1552 mg | 33% | |
*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.
