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This Bailey’s milkshake recipe is made with delicious Irish cream, coffee-flavored ice cream, and milk. Just a few ingredients and one easy step to make these creamy alcoholic ice cream shakes. It’s the perfect boozy dessert for any celebration or cozy night in.
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What’s in a Bailey’s Milkshake?
You only need 3 ingredients to make this boozy ice cream shake! It’s really quick and easy to make for a delicious dessert.
- Irish Cream: Use Bailey’s, or make this homemade Irish cream. It’s a combination of whiskey, cream, sweetened condensed milk, coffee, and a couple of other ingredients.
- Ice Cream: I recommend using a coffee-flavored ice cream for the perfect shake, but you can also use vanilla or chocolate.
- Milk: Skim milk works great for this recipe, or you can use whole milk to enhance the creaminess. Try almond milk for a dairy-free option!
Boozy Milkshake Toppings
To finish off this simple Irish cream milkshake, add a few toppings to your liking!
- Mini chocolate chips
- Chocolate Syrup
- Whipped Topping
- Caramel Sauce
- Magic Chocolate Shell
- Sprinkles
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What is Irish cream (Bailey’s)?
It’s a cream liqueur (so yes, it is alcoholic), made with Irish whiskey and cream. There are usually other ingredients included as well to give it the perfect sweet flavor. Most people know it as the popular brand, Bailey’s.
Can I make this milkshake with a different alcohol?
Bailey’s gives this shake a distinct flavor and creaminess. But you could also use Kahlua instead, for a stronger flavor.
How can I make this milkshake without a blender?
If you don’t have a blender, you can use an electric hand mixer to combine ingredients. You can also mix by hand with softened ice cream, but it will take a bit of time.
Can I make a non-alcoholic version of this milkshake?
Yes! Follow my Irish cream recipe, but leave out the whiskey. Then mix that in with the ice cream, and you’ll have the same flavor, minus the alcohol.
Can I make this Irish cream drink ahead of time?
These Irish cream milkshakes are best served as soon as they’re made. Since it’s just one step, I don’t recommend making them ahead of time or storing them for later.
When milkshakes are frozen, they become too solid to drink, but the texture isn’t quite as smooth and creamy when they melt or thaw. But you certainly can freeze them if you like.
These boozy Bailey’s milkshakes are a great dessert for St. Patrick’s Day!
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Recipe
Irish Cream Shake
5 from 4 votes
Prep: 5 minutes minutes
Total: 5 minutes minutes
Serves2 shakes
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Combine Irish cream and coffee flavored ice cream for a delicious and comforting Bailey's milkshake.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup coffee ice cream 150 grams (SEE NOTE)
- 1 cup milk 227 grams (SEE NOTE)
- 3 ounces Bailey’s Irish Cream 85 grams
Optional Garnishes
- Chocolate syrup
- Mini chocolate chips
- Whipped cream
Recommended Equipment
Kitchen Scale (optional)
Instructions
Place ice cream, milk, and Irish cream in a blender. Blend until smooth.
1 cup coffee ice cream, 1 cup milk, 3 ounces Bailey’s Irish Cream
Top with chocolate syrup, mini chocolate chips, and whipped topping if desired.
Chocolate syrup, Mini chocolate chips, Whipped cream
Last step! Don’t forget to show me a pic of what you made! Upload an image or tag me @thecookierookie on Instagram!
Becky’s tips
- You can use vanilla ice cream instead of coffee if you prefer.
- You can use any milk you like, dairy or non-dairy.
- Nutritional information does not include optional ingredients.
Nutrition Information
Serving: 1shake Calories: 349kcal (17%) Carbohydrates: 32g (11%) Protein: 8g (16%) Fat: 17g (26%) Saturated Fat: 10g (63%) Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g Monounsaturated Fat: 3g Cholesterol: 44mg (15%) Sodium: 99mg (4%) Potassium: 314mg (9%) Fiber: 1g (4%) Sugar: 28g (31%) Vitamin A: 476IU (10%) Vitamin C: 1mg (1%) Calcium: 235mg (24%) Iron: 1mg (6%)
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Meet Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin is a wife and mother living in Saint Louis Missouri. She founded The Cookie Rookie in 2012 as a creative way to share recipes. Now, she is a trusted resource for easy cooking around the world, being featured in Taste of Home, The Kitchn, ABC’s Home and Family, and more. Here at The Cookie Rookie she is the editor in chief of all recipes and continues to enjoy sharing her passion for cooking for busy families. She has since founded two additional food blogs, Easy Chicken Recipes and Easy Dessert Recipes.
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Alyssa
Posted on 3/6/2015
This shake looks delicious! This would be great for St. Patrick’s Day!
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Becky Hardin
Posted on 3/6/2015
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Thanks so much Alyssa!
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meg @ The Housewife in Training Files
Posted on 3/6/2015
Girl. Ice cream and Baileys is pure heaven. We must make this pronto!
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Becky Hardin
Posted on 3/6/2015
Reply to meg @ The Housewife in Training Files
Thanks Meg!
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Beth
Posted on 3/5/2015
I feel like this drink was made for me… coffee ice cream with Bailey’s?!! YUM!
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Becky Hardin
Posted on 3/6/2015
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haha, thanks Beth!
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Kelsey @ Snacking Squirrel
Posted on 3/5/2015
ps. the straws totally match. how cute is that!
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Becky Hardin
Posted on 3/6/2015
Reply to Kelsey @ Snacking Squirrel
Ha, you should see all the straws I have haha. Thanks for stopping by!
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Joanie @ ZagLeft
Posted on 3/5/2015
I love the combination of Bailey’s and ice cream. Such a gorgeous recipe.
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Stephanie @ Back for Seconds
Posted on 3/5/2015
These look incredible! So perfect for St Patty’s Day!
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Becky Hardin
Posted on 3/6/2015
Reply to Stephanie @ Back for Seconds
Thanks Stephanie!
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Kacey @ The Cookie Writer
Posted on 3/5/2015
So excited for this! I make a killer coffee ice cream, and now I have to whip up a batch to make this milk shake!!
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Becky Hardin
Posted on 3/5/2015
Reply to Kacey @ The Cookie Writer
OOOO!!!! I’ll have to check out your coffee ice cream recipe!
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Becky Hardin
Posted on 3/6/2015
Reply to Kacey @ The Cookie Writer
Thanks Kacey!
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Melanie | Melanie Makes
Posted on 3/5/2015
Another gorgeous drink recipe – so loving all that chocolate!
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Becky Hardin
Posted on 3/5/2015
Reply to Melanie | Melanie Makes
Thank you Melanie!
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Jeanine
Posted on 3/5/2015
Wow! Those look amazing! It’s 5o’clock somewhere, right??
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Becky Hardin
Posted on 3/5/2015
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Totally! Coffee ice cream means its fine for breakfast…right? :)
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Jeanine
Posted on 3/5/2015
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Oh… I like your way of thinking!! ;)
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Cristina
Posted on 3/5/2015
Wow, these look amazing! Definitely a must try for St. Patrick’s Day! Yum!
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Becky Hardin
Posted on 3/5/2015
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Thanks so much Cristina!
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