Irish Coffee Mocktail (Printable Version)
A comforting non-alcoholic twist on Irish coffee, featuring rich brew, subtle spice, and a creamy, delightful topping.
# What You'll Need:
→ Coffee
01 - 1.5 cups freshly brewed hot coffee (medium or dark roast)
→ Sweetener & Flavor
02 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar (adjust to taste)
03 - 0.25 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Cream Layer
04 - 0.5 cup cold heavy cream
→ Garnish (optional)
05 - Pinch of ground cinnamon or nutmeg
06 - Shaved dark chocolate
# Directions:
01 - Brew the coffee to your preferred strength and pour it evenly into two heatproof glasses or mugs. Stir in the brown sugar and vanilla extract until fully dissolved, ensuring a homogeneous mixture.
02 - In a separate, small bowl, lightly whip the cold heavy cream. Continue whisking until the cream begins to thicken and holds soft peaks, yet remains easily pourable for layering.
03 - Carefully pour the prepared cream over the back of a spoon. This technique allows the cream to gently float and create a distinct layer atop the coffee mixture in each glass.
04 - As an optional final touch, sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon, nutmeg, or a few shavings of dark chocolate over the cream layer. Serve the mocktail immediately, encouraging guests to sip the coffee directly through the creamy topping.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It’s your secret weapon for a sophisticated non-alcoholic treat that genuinely feels special.
- This recipe delivers all the comforting depth of its boozy counterpart, perfect for any time of day, and comes together in mere minutes.
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- Resist the urge to over-whip your cream; a gentle, pourable consistency is exactly what you need to achieve that perfect float.
- Ensuring your heavy cream is truly cold makes all the difference when whipping it to that ideal soft peak stage.
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- Always ensure your heavy cream, bowl, and even whisk are thoroughly chilled; it makes whipping so much easier and faster.
- This mocktail is at its absolute best when served immediately, allowing you to enjoy the temperature contrast and the freshness of the cream.