This vegan Baileys Irish Cream recipe is a quick and easy method to make a perfect drink for sipping or gifting!
recipe originally published September 27, 2010
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Easy homemade liqueur recipe
One of my favorite sipping drinks is Baileys over ice.
Bailey's over ice cream is also delicious, as is Baileys in coffee. (Jason and I managed to get nearly everyone in the first class cabin on a flight change their orders to Baileys and coffee, after hearing us order it. There was one hold out, they wanted JΓ€ger.)
However we enjoy it, this vegan Baileys Irish Cream is definitely not reserved for holidays only. This is a year round beverage and mixer for us.
Is Whiskey Gluten Free?
Yes.
In theory.
The distillation process removes the gluten proteins. According to the National Institutes of Health Celiac Awareness Campaign, distilled alcohol is considered gluten free and safe to drink, even if originally derived from wheat, barley, or rye. This not only applies to rye whiskey and scotch whisky, but vodka and gin as well.
Where things change is bourbons and other whiskeys that add a mash after distilling. The mash often contains wheat / gluten.
My suggestion is to please do your own research if you have concerns.
How to make homemade liqueur
The quintessential and distinct liqueur we all know and love is extremely easy to make at home. Just a few common pantry ingredients make up this tasty recipe, and even those are flexible:
- dairy free milk: feel free to replace the coconut milk with a dairy free milk or creamer product of your choosing. I have made this with cashew milk and hemp milk - the thicker milks lend a creamy consistency.
- sweetener: if you prefer, add a bit of your favorite sweetener. maple syrup, date syrup or a simple sugar mixture works best.
- almond extract: this is optional, if you don't have it? skip it! this recipe tastes great without it - I make it both ways.
- rye whiskey: any whiskey will do, but I like the lighter / smoother taste of a rye for this recipe.
Thoroughly combine all ingredients. Enjoy over ice or as a mixer in a cocktail.
How long does this last?
Transfer your homemade Baileys into airtight containers and keep refrigerated.
Refrigerated homemade vegan Baileys Irish Cream lasts 10 days / 2 weeks.
Vegan Holiday Drink Recipes
- Hot Chocolate Peppermint Shots: spiked or not, these festive and fun shots of hot chocolate come in a minty cool shot glass!
- Liquor Bottles On Ice: my longtime favorite way to dress up the bottles for a fancy party. keep your libations cool in a fun decorative way!
- S'mores Shots with Chocolate Glasses: another edible shot glass! this one you make yourself, dip in graham crumb, and fill with a s'mores shot. Mmm.
Also, our Vegan Holiday Cocktails collection shares some of our favorite bloggers recipes!
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Homemade Vegan Irish Cream
Homemade Vegan Baileys - a quick and easy vegan recipe for everyone's favorite - Irish Cream! Β perfect in a hot cup of coffee on a snowy morning...
Ingredients
- 2 shots strong coffee / espresso
- ΒΌ cup coconut sugar / vegan granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cocoa
- 2 cans coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
- 1 cup whiskey
Instructions
- Prepare espresso/coffee.
- Immediately add sugar and cocoa to hot espresso shots. Whisk until dissolved.
- Pour coconut milk into large measuring cup / bowl with pourable spout.
- Add almond extract, vanilla, and whiskey to the milk.
- Add sweetened espresso shots, whisk to combine.
- Transfer to airtight jar / container.
- Store in refrigerator, up to 2 weeks.
Notes
ingredient substitutions:
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
16Serving Size:
2 ounces - ΒΌ cupAmount Per Serving: Calories: 55Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 12mgCarbohydrates: 4gNet Carbohydrates: 4gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 0g
nutrition calculations results vary by calculator, are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to replace medical advice or treatment.
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Stephanie@MyThornsHaveRoses says
This looks great, Kris. The coffee I'm drinking right now is paling in comparison. π
spabettie says
oh my... you know how many coffees I ruined this morning?? π
Gina @ Running to the Kitchen says
Bailey's always reminds me of my grandma who is such a calm, quiet person but every night with dinner has a shot of bailey's straight. I love it. I want to be like her when I'm older π
PS-those glasses are adorable.
spabettie says
your grandma sounds like my kind of people π and thanks - my mom recently gave me a whole set of these glasses - I think they've been in the family for a while, which I love!
Julie @Savvy Eats says
I love Bailey's! It is so expensive though...may need to try making my own!
spabettie says
it IS expensive... this is a tasty version, a bit different with the coconut milk but it's close enough for me! π
Curt says
The perfect after dinner drink!
spabettie says
I agree, Curt! cheers!
Krystina (Organically Me) says
This is dangerous. I don't drink often, but Baily's on the rocks is one of my very favorite drinks. Thanks for the recipe!
spabettie says
oh, same here! a few winters ago, we had so much snow we were stuck at home for over two weeks (we live kinda remote...). a little bit of this in our morning coffees became the norm. π
Heather @ Better With Veggies says
YES!! So glad to see a recipe for vegan Baileys - thanks for sharing. I just pinned it, so I can find it later and share the love. π
spabettie says
you are so welcome, Heather - I hope you love it! and thanks for the pin π
Maryea @ Happy Healthy Mama says
Oh I love Baileys. I'll bet this is fantastic with the coconut milk!
spabettie says
the coconut milk gives it a little different flavor, but I like it! π
Lindsay @ Lindsay's List says
I haven't really cut loose and imbibed in a while (still nursing Clara)...but this looks SO very good on this cold January morning. Might make it this weekend after the kids are in bed!
p.s. Are you coming to BLEND?
spabettie says
yes, please make it this weekend! π you'll have to let me know if you do...
funny you ask - I get my new calendar TODAY, and I am planning all of my trips for the first 2 quarters of the year... I am HOPING I am able to make it!
Christin@purplebirdblog says
*fingers SO crossed Kris can make it*
spabettie says
I know, I KNOW!! I'm figuring out my calendar tomorrow...
Heather (Where's the Beach) says
It's been so long since I've had Baileys. Loving this recipe - especially that it's vegan.
spabettie says
I know, it's pretty easy too. π
Tia says
Whiskey is not gluten free
Kristina Sloggett says
"According to the National Institutes of Health's Celiac Disease Awareness Campaign, distilled alcohol is inherently gluten-free. This includes gin, vodka, scotch whisky, and rye whiskey. Although whiskeys are derived from wheat, barley, or rye, the distilling process removes the gluten proteins."
http://www.foodrepublic.com/2011/05/18/10-myths-and-facts-about-celiac-disease/