Irish Coffee Cream Sauce

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3

Creamy, sweet, and boozy Irish Coffee Cream Sauce

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cup brown sugar , golden
	1/4 cup water
	2 1/2 cups coffee , freshly brewed
	1/4 cup irish cream , Liqueur

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

11g

Fat

Irish Coffee Cream Sauce is a classic sweet sauce made with freshly brewed coffee and Irish Cream Liqueur. It is known for its creamy texture and rich flavor which make it perfect for a sweet topping on ice cream, cakes, brownies, or any dessert you wish. The combination of coffee and Irish Cream gives this sauce a mildly intoxicating effect, making it an excellent accompaniment for after-dinner desserts. While this sauce is not suitable for children, it makes a great sweet sauce option for adults, especially those who love coffee and cream.

Instructions

1.	In a saucepan, combine brown sugar and water.
2.	Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until sugar is dissolved.
3.	Add espresso and cook for another 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
4.	Pour in the Irish Cream and stir until well combined.
5.	Remove from heat and let it cool.
6.	Store in an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use.

PROS

This sauce is a perfect addition to any dessert and is especially great with chocolate or coffee flavored cakes.

It is easy to make and can be made ahead of time, making it a convenient and delicious sweet sauce option.

CONS

The sauce contains alcohol, which may not be suitable for everyone.

It is also high in sugar and should be used in moderation for a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this sauce is not particularly healthy, it contains coffee, which is rich in antioxidants and caffeine, known to boost energy and alertness.
It also has a pleasant taste and can enhance your mood.