Irish Cream Fudge - Bailey's Fudge Recipe with Coffee Flavor (2024)

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This delicious Bailey’s fudge recipe has a surprise addition of coffee for a great flavor. It is creamy and sweet and has a lovely consistency.

This year, make some Irish Cream Fudge as a part of your Christmas traditions!

Who doesn’t love the taste of a glass of Bailey’s Irish cream during the holidays? It is rich and thick and so creamy with that delicious hint of whiskey in the background.

Now imagine that taste in a piece of holiday fudge! BOOM! What a flavor combo!

Making fudge is a favorite of mine pastime during the holidays. I don’t make fudge very often during the year, because I do try to watch my weight, but during November and December I indulge in it.

This recipe for Irish Cream Fudge infused with Bailey’s Irish Cream & cold Coffee is as tasty as can be. It is my favorite sweet treat, so I like to have a lot of fudge recipes on hand.

NOTE: This is not a really easy fudge. In order to get the right consistency, the main fudge mixture must be boiled for five minutes or so to get it to the soft ball stage. But the flavor makes it worth the effort.

More fudge recipes

Are you a fudge lover like I am during the holidays? Try one of these recipes, too:

  • Reeses peanut butter cup fudge
  • White Chocolate Mosaic fudge
  • Easy dark chocolate peanut butter fudge

Time to make someBailey’s Irish cream Fudge

To make the Irish Cream Fudge, you will need Bailey’s Irish Cream. I had a bottle on hand that was unopened, but when I undid the top, I discovered to my horror that it had gone off and I could not shake it to make it good again.Irish Cream Fudge - Bailey's Fudge Recipe with Coffee Flavor (2)

Since I had all my ingredients out and it was a Sunday, I decided to make my own Bailey’s Irish Cream.It is just as good as the original and costs a fraction of the price. Irish Cream Fudge - Bailey's Fudge Recipe with Coffee Flavor (3)

To make the fudge you will need: (affiliate links)

    1. 3/4 cup of butter
    2. 3 cups of granulated sugar
    3. 2/3 cup of evaporated milk
    4. 1/3 cup of Bailey’s Irish cream
    5. 2 Tbsp-cold coffee (the liquid from a cup of coffee, not granules)
    6. 1 – 7 oz-jar marshmallow cream
    7. 1 11 oz package of butterscotch morsels
    8. 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Irish Cream Fudge - Bailey's Fudge Recipe with Coffee Flavor (4)To make this Bailey’s fudge recipe, start by placing aluminum foil in the bottom and up the sides of a 9 inch pan. It will make it so much easier to get the fudge out later.

Just use the pieces on the top as handles and then peel it off later. Irish Cream Fudge - Bailey's Fudge Recipe with Coffee Flavor (5)Mix together the Bailey’s and cold coffee and place it in a microwave safe bowl and heat for about 20 seconds until it is well mixed. Irish Cream Fudge - Bailey's Fudge Recipe with Coffee Flavor (6)On the stove top, combine the butter, evaporated milk, sugar and marshmallow cream until well mixed and smooth. Irish Cream Fudge - Bailey's Fudge Recipe with Coffee Flavor (7)Slowly stir in the Bailey’s Irish cream mixture and mix well. Continue to cook after it boils for five minutes, stirring the whole time, so that it does not stick.

It will be at the soft ball stage. (drop a bit of the fudge mixture into a glass of water…it will form a small ball.)Irish Cream Fudge - Bailey's Fudge Recipe with Coffee Flavor (8)Stir in the butterscotch chips and vanilla extract. Irish Cream Fudge - Bailey's Fudge Recipe with Coffee Flavor (9)Pour the mixture for the Bailey’s fudge recipe into your prepared pan. I had to hurry as it was starting to harden. I love this stage.

I know that I have cooked it long enough when it starts to harden on the sides of my cooking pan. There is nothing as discouraging as spending time on fudge and not having it set later.

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Tasting the Bailey’s Fudge Recipe

This Irish cream fudge has the perfect texture. I like a fudge that is not too sticky and this one cuts into beautiful chunks.

The taste is sweet and creamy with a hint of coffee in the background. My husband is a big coffee drinker and really likes this fudge!Irish Cream Fudge - Bailey's Fudge Recipe with Coffee Flavor (10)

Place in the fridge until set. Cut into pieces and enjoy. For more great Bailey’s desserts, try these Baileys Mudslide Truffles, andBailey’s Irish cream brownies. YUM!

Would you like a reminder of this recipe for Bailey’s Irish cream fudge? Just pin this image to one of your Pinterest dessert Boards.Irish Cream Fudge - Bailey's Fudge Recipe with Coffee Flavor (11)

Yield: 30

Bailey's Irish Cream & Coffee Fudge

Irish Cream Fudge - Bailey's Fudge Recipe with Coffee Flavor (12)

Get the taste of Bailey's Irish cream in a piece of holiday fudge, for the ultimate in Christmas sweet treats.

Cook Time10 minutes

Total Time10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup of butter
  • 3 cups of granulated sugar
  • 2/3 cup of evaporated milk
  • 1/3 cup of Bailey's Irish cream
  • 2 Tbsp cold coffee (the liquid, not granules)
  • 1 - 7 oz-jar marshmallow cream (NOT marshmallows - cream in a jar)
  • 1 11 oz pkg of butterscotch chips
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl combine Bailey's Irish cream and the cold coffee.
  2. Place the mixture in a microwave safe bowl and heat on high for 10 seconds. or until melted and dissolved well.
  3. Melt the butter milk, sugar and marshmallow cream in a saucepan on the stove over medium heat.
  4. Slowly stir in the Bailey's coffee mixture; mix well and boil for 5 minutes. (Should be to the soft ball stage)
  5. Remove from heat and stir in butterscotch chips and vanilla extract.
  6. Stir for 3-4 minutes. until the mixture is smooth. Pour into a foil lined 8 x 8" pan.
  7. Chill to set and then cut into pieces.
Irish Cream Fudge - Bailey's Fudge Recipe with Coffee Flavor (2024)

FAQs

Does Baileys taste good in coffee? ›

Instead of milk, add a drop of Baileys Original Irish Cream, or use your favourite flavour of Baileys if you're feeling creative – they're all just sooo delicious in a hot cup of coffee! Stir it together and add whatever toppings your heart desires – a little whipped cream always hits the spot.

Why is my Baileys fudge not setting? ›

The main reason is that your Fudge has not reached the optimum temperature. If your mixture only reaches 110 or 112 degrees Celsius it will always be soft. That's why we recommend investing in a sugar thermometer. Another reason your Fudge is not setting is that the ratio of liquid to sugar is too high.

What is Irish fudge made of? ›

In a medium sized saucepan, combine 4 1/2 cups of granulated sugar, 1 can of evaporated milk, and 1/2 pound of butter. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat first and then cook slowly, stirring constantly for about 10 minutes. Pour the milk mixture into the very large bowl holding the chocolate chip mixture.

Is Kahlua or Baileys better for coffee? ›

Kahlua is a dark liquid without the creaminess of Baileys. They both taste of coffee but kahlua is much stonger. If you want one to add to coffee I'd suggest Kahlua, but if you want one to sip alongside your coffee I'd suggest Baileys.

How much Baileys should I add to my coffee? ›

Ingredients
  1. 1.5 oz Baileys Original Irish Cream.
  2. 5 oz Coffee.
  3. Your favorite garnish, try whipped cream and chocolate sprinkles.

What is the secret to good fudge? ›

Tips for Making Fudge
  • Monitor the Temperature with a Candy Thermometer. If you end up with soft fudge that turns into a puddle in your hands or hard fudge that is a bit reminiscent of a crunchy candy, improper temperature is likely to blame. ...
  • Avoid Stirring Once the Mixture Comes to a Simmer. ...
  • Beat Thoroughly.
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Why did my fudge turn out like caramel? ›

Fudge can turn into caramel due to overcooking or undercooking, incorrect temperatures, or wrong ingredients.

How do I keep my fudge from getting gritty? ›

Once a seed crystal forms, it grows bigger and bigger as the fudge cools. A lot of big crystals in fudge makes it grainy. By letting the fudge cool without stirring, you avoid creating seed crystals. Stirring would help sucrose molecules "find" one another and start forming crystals.

Why is fudge unhealthy? ›

Fudge almost always has a pretty high sugar content as well as having some cream in it—both fattening. If you compare that to eating pure dark artisanal chocolate, it is a no-brainer. Dark chocolate of 70% cocoa or higher is considered a health food and often contains only two ingredients: cocoa and organic cane sugar.

What is in Mackinac Island fudge? ›

Ingredients. Milk, cream, sugar, corn syrup, skim milk, high fructose corn syrup, whey, water, chocolate liquor, hydrogenated coconut oil, peanut oil, alkalized cocoa, mono and diglycerides, buttermilk, butter, natural flavors, soy lecithin, pectin, salt, cellulose gum, xanthan gum, guar gum, annatto (color), vanilla.

How much alcohol is in Baileys fudge? ›

Once devoured our beautifully embossed tins are a great keepsake. Baileys (1%)(milk), Flavourings (contains E150B), sea salt (0.4%), salt. Allergen Advice : For Allergens, see ingredients in bold.

What is the best liquor to put in coffee? ›

Whiskey, brandy, rum, and other dark liquors are favorites. They are versatile and easy to use in coffee cocktail recipes. And if you've got more of a sweet tooth, you can not miss mixing coffee with Irish cream, amaretto, and other flavored liquors to make varied and tasty coffee cocktails.

Do you put Baileys before or after coffee? ›

Pour in the coffee but don't completely fill the mugs, you need to leave space to add in the Baileys and the cream as well. Stir the coffee to dissolve the honey into it first. Now pour a measure of Baileys into your coffee but do this very slowly so that it doesn't mix, but rather sits at the top of the mug or glass.

Is it OK to drink Baileys straight? ›

Irish cream liqueur is wonderfully versatile. It's so rich and full of flavour, so one of the best ways to drink it is straight or over ice, and just savour the taste of the liqueur. It's also great as an ingredient in shooters, cocktails and warm drinks like coffee and hot chocolate. Here are a few of our favourites!

Should I drink Baileys straight? ›

Just like with other Irish creams, the best way to drink Baileys is straight and over ice. Baileys has such a well-balanced liqueur, that drinking it simply, is considered the ideal way to drink it.

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