Creamy Baileys Christmas Cocktails Recipe for the Perfect Holiday Drink
A rich, velvety drink that feels like a holiday hug in a glass, perfect for festive celebrations and cozy gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Drink
- Cuisine: Holiday
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ounces Baileys Irish Cream
- 3 ounces milk or cream (whole milk, half-and-half, almond milk, or coconut milk)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Ground nutmeg (for garnish)
- Ice cubes (optional)
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- Chocolate shavings or sprinkles (for garnish)
Instructions
- Measure out 2 ounces of Baileys Irish Cream into your mixing glass or shaker.
- Add 3 ounces of milk or cream to the glass and stir gently to combine.
- Add 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the mixture.
- If serving chilled, add a handful of ice cubes and stir until cold. If serving warm, gently heat the mixture on the stovetop until just warm (do not boil).
- Pour the cocktail into your serving glass and top with a generous dollop of whipped cream.
- Sprinkle a pinch of ground nutmeg over the whipped cream and add chocolate shavings or sprinkles for garnish.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
[‘Chill your ingredients for a perfectly cold cocktail.’, ‘If serving warm, heat the mixture gently to avoid curdling the milk.’, ‘Experiment with garnishes like crushed candy canes or caramel drizzle.’, ‘You can mix the Baileys, milk, and vanilla in advance and chill until ready to serve.’, ‘Adjust sweetness by reducing Baileys slightly and adding more milk.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14
- Fat: 12
- Protein: 3
Keywords: Baileys cocktail, Christmas drink, holiday cocktail, creamy drink, festive drink, easy cocktail, holiday recipe