Description
Irish Coffee with Whipped Cream combines the robust taste of freshly brewed coffee with smooth Irish whiskey and a touch of maple syrup, topped with fluffy whipped cream. Perfect for a cozy afternoon or after dinner treat, this delightful drink is quick to prepare and incredibly satisfying. Enjoy the warmth and flavor in every sip!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ ounces irish whiskey
- 1 to 2 teaspoons maple syrup
- 6 ounces hot freshly brewed coffee
- whipped cream, for topping
Instructions
- Pour the whiskey and 1 teaspoon of maple syrup into a heat-safe mug.
- Add a splash of coffee and stir until the maple syrup dissolves.
- Pour in the rest of the hot coffee and adjust sweetness with more maple syrup if desired.
- Top the drink with whipped cream, pouring gently over a spoon if needed to float it on top.
- Serve immediately while the drink is warm.
Notes
Use your favorite roast of coffee for the best flavor.
Feel free to adjust the sweetness by adding more maple syrup to taste.
Lightly whipped cream creates a lovely topping that enhances the drink’s appearance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg