Keto Irish Cream Cocktail

Silky, smooth, and wonderfully creamy, this low-carb version of an Irish Cream Cocktail captures the essence of traditional Irish cream without the sugar overload. Sip it over ice or add to your coffee for a luxe treat that brings a touch of “fancy” to your ketogenic journey.

Table of Contents

• Ingredients
• How To Make Keto Irish Cream Cocktail
• How To Make Keto Condensed Milk
• Tips and Variations
• Frequently Asked Questions
• 📖 Recipe
• 💬 Reviews

This keto Irish cream cocktail recipe is the answer for a wonderfully luscious, creamy evening treat. Elevated in flavor with instant coffee powder and unsweetened cocoa powder, our Irish cream cocktail is a creation of luxury, blending classic flavors together, resulting in a delicious post-supper delight. Our recipe yields 3 cups of cocktail, so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy a glass or two with friends!

Keto sweetened condensed milk is a star ingredient in our Irish cream, providing a silky texture, vanilla flavor notes, and fragrant sweetness without any added sugar or syrups. This is one of the ingredients that helps keep the recipe suitable for those following a keto lifestyle. A splash of Irish whiskey adds a layer of sophistication to the cocktail, ensuring every sip brings comforting magic to warm you from the inside out.

Taking just 10 minutes to prepare, this is a recipe you can turn to at any time when you fancy a taste of luxury and class in an evening. It takes an hour to chill the cream cocktail, and this is the ideal window to clean up the kitchen, pop on some music, and set the vibe for a cozy evening! Our keto Irish cream cocktail can be made without whiskey for those not wanting to consume any alcohol.

Ingredients

For Irish Cream Cocktail

• Keto Sweetened Condensed Milk: Sourcing keto-friendly condensed milk can be difficult, but we’ve created a simple recipe that takes just moments to whip up. You can then enjoy the condensed milk in a multitude of recipes, including this cream cocktail. Get the recipe here.
• Heavy Cream: Continuing with the theme of using rich ingredients, heavy cream is an integral part of this recipe, bringing a light, inviting color and deliciously thick texture. When used alone, heavy cream doesn’t have much flavor, but sweetened with vanilla extract and keto condensed milk, it becomes the perfect base for the cocktail.
• Irish Whiskey: Irish whiskey is an essential component to an Irish cream cocktail, adding a hit of caramel and spiced notes, and warming the throat with each sip. To make a non-alcoholic version, simply omit the Irish whiskey and add a little more vanilla extract to boost the flavor instead.
• Vanilla Extract: Vanilla and cream go hand in hand as a perfect flavor combination. A few drops of quality vanilla in the cocktail infuse the creamy beverage with floral flavor notes and natural sweetness.
• Instant Coffee Powder: Coffee powder boosts the flavor of the Irish cocktail, adding a layer of bold coffee notes to the creamy mixture. A teaspoon of instant coffee powder is enough to enhance the cocktail with classic coffee flavors that work well with vanilla and chocolatey cocoa powder.
• Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: A sprinkling of unsweetened cocoa powder infuses the cocktail with a subtle chocolate flavor that’s enhanced by the addition of coffee powder. Chocolate isn’t a main flavor but instead stays in the background, acting as a delicate hum of additional flavor.

For Sweetened Condensed Milk

• Unsweetened Evaporated Milk: The base of our keto sweetened condensed milk recipe is unsweetened evaporated milk, bringing a thick, familiar texture and color. Once sweetened with low-carb sweetener and butter, the milk transforms into a sand-toned, sweet delight, ideal for a multitude of dessert and drink recipes.
• Powdered Low Carb Sweetener: Powdered low-carb sweetener is a vital ingredient for the condensed milk, adding sweetness without the addition of sugar or syrup. Using powdered sweetener makes it easier to incorporate into the milk, leaving no trace of lumps or bits behind.
• Unsalted Butter: Butter has a way of bringing luxury to any recipe, and it helps create the traditional rich flavor of condensed milk. Use quality unsalted butter to avoid salty condensed milk which wouldn’t be enjoyable in an Irish cream cocktail!

How To Make Keto Irish Cream Cocktail

Our keto Irish cream cocktail can be put together in 15 minutes using simple kitchen equipment and a handful of ingredients. The cocktail is best enjoyed after it has had a minimum of an hour to chill in the refrigerator. It can then be served either as it is or over ice for a refreshing finish to the day.

Step 1: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the keto condensed milk with the heavy cream, Irish whiskey, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.

Step 2: Whisk the instant coffee powder and cocoa powder into the bowl until all ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 3: Pour the mixture into a jar or bottle using a funnel, and seal the lid tightly.

Step 4: Once the lid has been secured tightly, refrigerate the keto Irish cream for a minimum of an hour.

Step 5: Serve the cocktail straight from the refrigerator either as it is or over ice.

How To Make Keto Condensed Milk

Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine the unsweetened evaporated milk and low-carb powdered sweetener. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring continuously until the sweetener has completely dissolved.

Step 2: Once the sweetener has dissolved, remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the unsalted butter. Keep stirring until the butter has fully melted into the mixture.

Step 3: Allow the keto sweetened condensed milk to cool to room temperature, before transferring the mixture into an airtight container and refrigerating. The condensed milk will continue to thicken as it cools.

Frequently Asked Questions

📖 Recipe