Rich and creamy Homemade Irish Cream can be used in a variety of beverages as well as in baked goods!
Let’s get the Saint Patrick’s Day party started with this copycat Bailey’s cream liquor!
Homemade Irish Cream is made from a mix of cream, sweetener, cocoa and a fine Irish whiskey!
This flavorful liquor is easy to make, and fresher than the store bought version!
Splurge a little and enjoy this liquor on its own, add it to coffee like you would a creamer or use it in a cocktail like this Bailey’s Irish Martini from An Affair From The Heart!
Don’t limit this liquor to beverages though! This can also be added to baked goods for a luxurious flavor! To get you started with some ideas I’m sharing recipes for brownies, cupcakes, cookies and cheesecake. All great recipes to share at a Saint Patrick’s Day party or festive adult event!
You may find a new favorite dessert after baking one of these fun treats!
Cream Cheese Frosted Baileys Brownies from Who Needs a Cape?
Irish Cream Cheesecake from An Affair From The Heart
Spinach Cupcakes with Irish Cream Frosting from Renee’s Kitchen Adventures
Bailey’s Irish Kiss Brownie Thumbprints from The Frugal Foodie Mama
Homemade Irish Cream
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 (14 ounce ) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 1/2 cups Irish whiskey
- 1 1/2 teaspoon instant coffee granules
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/4 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa
Directions
- Add all ingredients to a blender and pulse until smooth. Pour into a clean glass container and keep refrigerated. Gently shake before using.
A batch of this liquor will keep fresh for a couple of weeks in your refrigerator. I enjoyed adding a little splash to my coffee. After the initial sweet flavor, a hint of the whiskey sneaks through adding a warming and delicious combination!
This also would be a wonderful homemade gift for someone special!
P.s. If you would like an alcohol-free coffee creamer this Homemade Coffee Creamer is delicious!
Rachael
This is awesome!
Sandra Shaffer
Thanks, Rachael! It’s fun to create copycat recipes!
Sheryl @Mama's Gotta Bake
Hi Sandra, so you’re a real party girl I see! My anniversary is St. Patrick’s Day. I might just celebrate with your homemade Irish cream!
Sandra Shaffer
haha! Not really a party girl, but I like the sound of that 🙂 Happy anniversary, Sheryl!!
Marion@Life Tastes Good
Fantastic! I love having this homemade recipe on hand. Thanks for sharing, Sandra!!
Sandra Shaffer
Copycat recipes are so fun! This is tasty is just about everything 🙂
Renee's Kitchen Adventures
You know, I’ve seen recipes for this, but have never tried it! I do need to give it a go and your version looks wonderful!!
Sandra Shaffer
Do try whipping this up, Renee! So yummy!
Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama
Whoa! I love this so much! I have never thought to make my own Irish cream before. 🙂 And thank you for including a link to my brownie thumbprints!
Sandra Shaffer
It’s super tasty, Carrie! I already need to make another batch so I can try your brownie thumbprints!
Sheena @ Hot Eats and Cool Reads
How delicious is this?? I have to try making some asap!
Sandra Shaffer
You’ll enjoy this Sheena!
Norma Chang
Just what we need on this cold snowy day to chase away the chill.
Sandra Shaffer
Yes, Norma! This will warm you up 🙂
Adrian (Food Rehab)
Ah, a glass of this on ice is the perfect way to celebrate St Patrick’s Day!
Sandra Shaffer
I think so too, Adrian 🙂 Thanks!
Yvonne [Tried and Tasty]
Wow, that looks GOOD!
Sandra Shaffer
Thanks, Yvonne! I can attest that it tastes good too!
Nagi@RecipeTin Eats
I never would have guessed these ingredients! Well then again, I never would have thought to make this at home but I am definitely trying it. This is genius! GENIUS! 🙂
Jessica
I never thought about making my own. What a great idea. I think my hubby has irish whiskey in the cabinet.
Nancy
where did you find the bottles for your Irish Cream?
Sandra Shaffer
I picked up these at Marshall’s. They seem to carry different ones often. I hope you can find some. I would check World Market too!
Nancy
Thank you!
Sandra Shaffer
Anytime! 🙂