Gluten Free Bailey's Irish Cream Coffee
This cozy spiked coffee drink is the kind of thing you make on a slow weekend morning or as an after-dinner treat that feels genuinely indulgent. The combination of strong hot coffee, Bailey's Irish Cream, and a touch of brown sugar creates a rich, lightly sweet base with real depth — and that hand-whipped cream floating on top makes every sip feel like a café splurge. Because it's built entirely from naturally gluten-free ingredients, there's no swapping or substituting required; it just works as written. The technique of spooning the cream over the back of a spoon so it floats rather than sinks is a small step that makes a big visual difference, giving you that classic layered look in the glass. A dusting of cinnamon on top is optional but highly recommended — it adds a warm, spiced note that ties everything together beautifully. The recipe makes two servings, so it's perfect for sharing with someone who deserves a little something special.
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2 servings
- 2 cups strong brewed coffee, hot
- 3 oz bailey's irish cream (about 6 tbsp)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
For the whipped cream
- ½ cup heavy cream, cold
- 1 tsp powdered sugar
For serving
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cold heavy cream and powdered sugar in a small bowl or measuring cup. Whisk by hand or with a hand mixer until the cream thickens to soft, barely-pourable peaks — it should mound slightly but still flow slowly off a spoon. Set aside.
- 2
Brew 2 cups of strong coffee. While still hot, stir the brown sugar into the coffee until fully dissolved.
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