By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026
Serves 12
165 cal · 10 min
Bailey's Irish Cream Whipped Topping
Recipe GLPR136b21f5f6e2b0
A luxurious whipped topping infused with Bailey's Irish Cream liqueur. This creamy, boozy frosting combines silky mascarpone cheese, fresh whipping cream, and sweet Bailey's for an elegant dessert topping perfect for cakes, brownies, or coffee.
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Ingredients
8 ounces Mascarpone cheese, softened
2½ tablespoons Bailey's Irish Cream liqueur
1 cup Heavy whipping cream, cold
⅓ cup Granulated sugar
Directions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened mascarpone cheese and Bailey's Irish Cream liqueur. Use an electric mixer on medium speed to blend until smooth and well combined, about 1-2 minutes. Ensure there are no lumps remaining.
In a separate chilled bowl, pour the cold heavy whipping cream and granulated sugar. Using the same mixer or a whisk, beat on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 2-3 minutes.
Gently fold the whipped cream mixture into the mascarpone-Bailey's mixture using a rubber spatula. Fold carefully until just combined, maintaining the fluffy, airy texture. Do not overmix.
Transfer the finished topping to a serving bowl or piping bag if desired. Use immediately as a topping for desserts, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
Comments
This is a genuinely quick dessert topping that costs roughly $2.50 to $3.00 per serving once you factor in the Bailey's, and mascarpone is reliably stocked at Harris Teeter, Food Lion, Publix, Walmart, and Kroger—no special trip required. The stated 10 minutes is honest; there is no real prep beyond whipping. The main caveat is that this is a one-night dessert: whipped cream breaks down by the next day and tastes thin when refrigerated, so plan to use it same-day on a cake, pie, or berries. The cost per serving is real but proportional to what you're making—a luxury topping for an already-planned dessert, not a budget move.
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