Irish Mocha Latte (A Baileys and Coffee Drink)

Close up of a chocolate, Baileys and coffee drink with cream and marshmallow toppings.

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Irish Mocha Latte (A Baileys and Coffee Drink)

Irish mocha latte is a quick and easy recipe that creates a chocolate, Baileys and coffee drink that is sure to delight. Expect plenty of flavour, a buzz of alcohol and a pleasing sweetness to this playful Baileys mocha.

Prep Time3

Cook Time2

Total Time5

Course: Alcoholic Drink

Cuisine: British, Worldwide

Diet: Vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 397kcal

Author: Jane Coupland

Ingredients

15 g Ground espresso coffee
30 g Dark chocolate 60% cocoa solids
140 ml Whole (full-fat) milk
40 ml Baileys Irish cream liqueur

Instructions

Brew the ground coffee, ideally using a coffee machine to make 60ml espresso coffee. If you do not have a coffee machine use an Aeropress or a cafetiere instead.
Gently heat the milk in a pan with the chocolate and stir until melted.
Add the Baileys Irish cream and the coffee.
Optional: blend using a milk frother or an immersion blender to create froth.
Pour the drink into a warmed mug or heatproof glass.
Optional: top with whipped cream and a few chocolate flakes.

Notes

Warm your coffee mug or glass by filling with very hot water whilst you make the drink. Discard the hot water when you are ready to serve the mocha.
If you intend to create some latte art for this Baileys and coffee drink, reserve half of the milk before adding the chocolate. Steam the reserved portion using the wand on your coffee machine and pour into the drink at the end to create a stylish cream-free top to your hot Baileys drink.
To ensure that the chocolate does not catch and burn on the bottom of the pan, warm the milk over moderate heat and stir it often. Avoid blasting it on high heat.
Taste the drink before adding any sugar to it. This Baileys and coffee drink is sweet enough for my tastes, but feel free to add a little extra sweetness if you think otherwise.
To achieve a frothy top to the hot chocolate element, use a milk frother or a handheld immersion blender to agitate the liquid until frothy. Use a large pan so the liquid comes well below halfway to avoid it splashing over the edge.
To make a vegan Baileys mocha use Baileys Almande rather than classic Baileys Irish Cream, replace the milk with your favourite vegan milk and use vegan chocolate. Top with vegan whipped cream and garnishes if desired.

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