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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veganlinda says
How cool is your mom?! Can't wait to make this!
spabettie says
my mom is VERY cool. π
Lisa says
YES PLEASE! I will take 3!
spabettie says
me too... it's noon somewhere, right??
natalie (the sweets life) says
oh goodness--just yesterday i posted about my homemade christmas recipes (hot fudge & ice cream)...next year i think i'm going to have to do this!
spabettie says
your recipients will not be disappointed! π your hot fudge looks AMAZING, by the way.
Averie @ Love Veggies and Yoga says
the fact that you made this vegan is so impressive.
I LOVE Baileys..I mean, I have blogged about it many times...but yeah, adore it.
And losing posts in a self-hosting move...ugh.
spabettie says
way before I really knew what "vegan" was, I was not a fan of eggs. or milk. but I DID know what Baileys was. π
Roz@weightingfor50 says
Be still my heart!!! I LOVE Bailey's and had NO idea it was pretty simple to make. Love the idea of using coconut milk too. Thanks Kris! Hope you and "Peanut Butter Basil" π are having a good day.
spabettie says
the coconut milk is pretty good - I like to think this is version comes close to the original? π
lindsay says
yes, i was hooked on these for a while too! i used to have one with my dad and chit chat. ahh, those were the days. I think the coconut milk is much better though. A good spabettie twist!
spabettie says
ah, a nice drink and chit chat with Dad - I love that too!
Lauren @ Oatmeal after Spinning says
Alright- this sounds easy enough! But this would be SO DANGEROUS for me to have in my kitchen. And I'd want to pour it onto cereal.
A co-worker gave me homemade Kalhua for Christmas. That sh*t is LONG gone.
spabettie says
yep, too easy. π and now I want some cereal!! haa - the Kahlua my mom gives us never lasts long either - SO good!
brandi says
i love the idea of making this with coconut milk.
spabettie says
makes it taste a little different, but I like it! π
Italian Notes says
Never knew you could make that at home. Interesting.
spabettie says
π
Laura Podrasky says
This is just perfect to share w/ my mom-in-law! I can't wait to make it w/ her! It's a long weekend so possibly some fudge will happen and maybe even the spring rolls. Thanks so much for planning my weekend. lol
spabettie says
hi Laura!! yes, this long weekend is perfect for this, AND fudge... by Monday you'll want those spring rolls! π enjoy!!