Here’s a smooth, rich Homemade Baileys Irish Cream that tastes just like the original—perfect for coffee, desserts, or sipping over ice ☘️🥃
Homemade Baileys Irish Cream
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup Irish whiskey (Jameson or similar)
- 2 tbsp chocolate syrup
- 1 tsp instant coffee or espresso powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp almond extract (optional, but very authentic)
Instructions
- Blend
- Add all ingredients to a blender
- Blend 20–30 seconds until smooth and creamy
- Chill
- Transfer to a glass bottle or jar
- Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving
- Serve
- Shake gently before each use
- Serve over ice, in coffee, or in desserts
Storage
- Keep refrigerated up to 2 months
- Always shake before pouring
Tips & Variations
- Use half-and-half for a lighter version
- Add more coffee for a mocha flavor
- Swap almond extract for hazelnut
- Make it dairy-free with coconut cream + oat condensed milk
- Alcohol-free version available if you want
Serving Ideas
- Irish coffee ☕
- Over ice cream 🍨
- In brownies or cheesecakes
- Holiday gifting (add a ribbon + label!)
If you’d like, I can also share a Baileys chocolate mousse, peppermint Baileys, or a no-blender version.