Homemade Baileys Irish Cream Recipe

Indulge in the creamy, dreamy deliciousness of homemade Baileys Irish Cream! This recipe, perfected through countless taste tests, delivers a luxuriously smooth liqueur that's perfect on ice, in milkshakes, or even as the star ingredient in homemade ice cream. Learn how to easily create this decadent treat with simple ingredients and a few minutes of blending. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this copycat recipe that tastes even better than the store-bought version!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 350 kcal
Protein 10g
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Ingredients for Homemade Baileys Irish Cream

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How to Make Homemade Baileys Irish Cream

  1. Combine all ingredients in a high-powered blender.
  2. Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy. This should take about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Taste and adjust sweetness or chocolate flavor to your preference. You can add more powdered sugar for sweetness, more chocolate liqueur for intensity, or more heavy cream for creaminess.
  4. Pour into airtight bottles or jars. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld. The flavor will deepen and improve over time.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

128g

Fat

24g

Carbs

11g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Homemade Baileys Irish Cream?

Homemade Baileys Irish Cream takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Homemade Baileys Irish Cream?

Homemade Baileys Irish Cream has approximately 350 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 12 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Homemade Baileys Irish Cream?

The key ingredients for Homemade Baileys Irish Cream are Half And Half, Sweetened Condensed Milk, Whiskey, Hersheys Chocolate Syrup, Almond Extract, Instant Espresso Powder. See the full list with measurements above.

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