Irish Coffee Mocktail Cream (Print Version)

A cozy Irish-inspired drink blending rich coffee, spices, and smooth whipped cream topping.

# What You'll Need:

→ Coffee Base

01 - 1 1/2 cups freshly brewed hot coffee
02 - 1 tbsp brown sugar
03 - 1/4 tsp pure vanilla extract
04 - Pinch of ground cinnamon

→ Whipped Cream

05 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
06 - 1 tbsp powdered sugar
07 - 1/4 tsp vanilla extract

→ Garnish

08 - Ground nutmeg or chocolate shavings

# How to Make It:

01 - Brew coffee and pour into two heatproof glasses or mugs.
02 - Stir brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon into hot coffee until fully dissolved.
03 - In a medium bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
04 - Gently float whipped cream on top of each coffee by pouring over the back of a spoon.
05 - Sprinkle with nutmeg or chocolate shavings if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The warmth feels like a hug without the buzz of alcohol
  • You can make it in ten minutes flat with ingredients you already have
  • That first sip where the coffee meets the cream is pure comfort magic
02 -
  • Cold cream floats better than room temperature—I learned this the messy way
  • Don't overwhip the cream or it'll sink instead of floating prettily
03 -
  • Use a glass you can see through—the presentation is half the experience
  • The drink actually tastes better when you have to stir the cream down yourself

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