“Irish coffees bring back so many wonderful childhood memories when my parents would host dinner parties and I was in charge of shaking the cream for their Irish coffees. I always stayed up for that responsibility! My mom had one of those plastic retro cream shakers and my arm would ache from the consistent shaking! Anyway, Irish coffees are an indulgent end to a lovely meal on a weekend night, and I often prefer it to having a dessert. If you are very sensitive to caffeine and prefer not to have coffee at night, simply use decaf coffee. I bought these beautiful Irish Coffee glasses just for these, but we often use them for a creamy coffee topped with whipped cream (and Funnyman likes to use them to enjoy the keto milkshakes I make him!)” – Monya
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The keto diet has gained immense popularity in recent years due to its effectiveness in promoting weight loss and improving overall health. While many sugary desserts are off-limits on this low-carb, high-fat diet, there are creative ways to indulge in sweet treats without compromising ketosis.
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If you are like me (and don’t care much for desserts), there is the option is Irish Coffee, a delightful beverage that can double as a dessert. Its sweet (if you want it to be), a little bitter… and boozy!
Traditionally, Irish Coffee consists of hot coffee, Irish whiskey, sugar, and whipped cream. However, to make it keto-friendly, we can make a few simple substitutions. Instead of sugar, simply use a low-carb sweetener like erythritol, which won’t spike blood sugar levels. Irish whiskey is still permitted in moderation on the Keto diet, but it’s essential to be mindful of portion sizes and keep an eye on overall carbohydrate intake.
To enhance the flavour, you can even sprinkle a dash of unsweetened cocoa powder or cinnamon on top for an extra touch of indulgence. With a little creativity and mindful ingredient choices, you can enjoy this classic while staying true to your keto lifestyle.
It is important to note that to maintain ketosis, it’s essential to track carbohydrate intake and ensure it aligns with your daily macro goals. Consulting with a healthcare professional is advised before making significant dietary changes. Scroll to the bottom to see the full macros and allergens for Irish Coffee, as well as all the Drinks on Fats of Life®.
Irish Coffee
Per serving
Ingredients
- 80 g (2.8 oz) double cream
- 2 tsp powdered erythritol
- 2 cups hot, black coffee
- 2 tots* whiskey
- unsweetened cocoa powder, (an optional garnish)
Instructions
- Use a hand mixer on a low setting to whip the double cream and sweetener in a bowl until thickened. It should still be pourable, so be careful not to overwhip it.
- In the meantime, prepare two cups of black coffee. If you like your coffee sweet, sweeten it up as normal (I like to use Truvia in my coffee). Stir a tot* of whiskey into each one.
- Pour the cream into the cup of coffee over the back of a spoon. This will help allow it to fall in gently and slowly without seeping into the coffee. Dust over a little cocoa powder if you are feeling fancy. Enjoy!*A tot in the UK is usually approx. 25ml (0.8 fl oz), but everyone has their own preference. I like to only use a tablespoon of whiskey in my Irish coffee, but there is nothing wrong increasing it because there are zero carbs in whiskey!
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Nutritional Information per servingCalories 246Kcal / 1029kJ
Fat 20g
Carbohydrates 1.7g
Protein 0.6g
Allergens
Milk
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Disclaimer: The nutritional analysis, macro and allergen breakdown of the recipes on this site have been manually and carefully calculated using the cloud-based software NUTRITICS®. NUTRITICS® is fully approved by the relevant Trading Standards organizations and is EU and FDA-compliant. The macro calculations are provided as a courtesy to you based on the author's weighing of ingredients when creating the dishes. If Erythritol (a sugar polyol) has been used in any of the recipes, it has already been manually excluded from the final carbohydrate count. The author is a chef - not a medical professional - and this website has been designed to provide you with recipe ideas to suit the low carb lifestyle you have discussed with your GP.
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Drop me a line if you have any questions or comments about this recipe. I will do my best to reply as soon as possible! Monya xxx