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Published: Mar 1, 2021 · Modified: Feb 4, 2022 by Amanda McGrory-Dixon

Baileys Mousse With Irish Whiskey Whipped Cream

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A cup of Baileys mousse on a wooden board with chocolate around it and text overlay on top of the image.
A cup of Baileys mousse on a wooden board with chocolate around it and text overlay on top of the image.

Treat yourself and your loved ones to one luscious, decadent dessert with this Baileys mousse with Irish whiskey whipped cream! Featuring the perfect airy texture and explosion of rich chocolate, everyone will fall in love with this gourmet delight after just one velvety bite. This is one unforgettable dessert that's sure to impress every time.

A cup of Baileys mousse with a bottle of Irish cream behind it with a sprig of mint to the side.
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  • Why You Need to Make This Recipe
  • Ingredients
  • Step-by-Step Instructions
  • How to Serve
  • Recipe FAQs
  • Expert Tips
  • Perfect Pairing
  • Looking for More St. Patrick's Day Recipes?
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Why You Need to Make This Recipe

Chocolate mousse is a dessert you typically associate with fine dining, but you may not realize that it isn’t difficult to make. The steps require a little patience, but the processes certainly aren’t hard.

We melt some chocolate, whip a couple additional ingredients and fold everything together. Just like that, we have one impressive, five-star dessert right from our home kitchen.

Of course, this isn’t any chocolate mousse. We make this confection extra special with a dose of Baileys Irish Cream.

Adding Baileys gives this dessert a layer of toffee and nutty notes with an extra punch of vanilla that beautifully complements our rich chocolate. Sure, chocolate mousse is always a favorite, but the Irish cream really makes this sweet treat stand out.

Along with the Baileys, we add the perfect finishing touch with an Irish whiskey whipped cream. That extra dose of Irish fun makes this a wonderful St. Patrick’s Day dessert, but don’t feel like you have to stop there.

Christmas, Valentine’s Day or just a random Saturday night are all perfect excuses to whip up a batch of this Irish cream mousse. No matter the occasion, this Baileys mousse is a welcome sweet ending to a meal, and you can never have enough trustworthy, crowd-pleasing dessert recipes.

Related: For more chocolate desserts, make sure you also try this triple chocolate tiramisu, amaretto ice cream and chocolate custard.

The Baileys mousse with a bottle of Irish cream and white flowers behind it on a wooden board.

Ingredients

The Baileys mousse ingredients with black and white labels on a wooden background.

For the most chocolatey, ultra rich Baileys mousse, I recommend a 70 percent bittersweet chocolate. That said, you can also use semisweet chocolate if you prefer. Look for baking bars rather than chocolate chips.

The Baileys may seem obvious, but this is simply the most well-known Irish cream. You're also welcome to use your favorite Irish cream liqueur if you don't have Baileys on hand.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Let’s get started. We make this Baileys mousse in three separate parts: melted chocolate, whipped egg whites and whipped cream. I like to begin by melting the chocolate to give it time to cool.

Step 1: To melt the chocolate, we add it to a heat-resistant bowl with butter and espresso powder and place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (photo 1). If you're extra fancy and have a double boiler, you can use that. This allows the chocolate to melt gently without burning.

As the chocolate heats, we continuously stir the mixture (photo 2) until it's nice and smooth (photo 3).

A collage showing the process of melting chocolate over a pot of simmering water until it melts and turns smooth.

Step 3: Once we melt the chocolate, we stir in one egg yolk at a time (photo 4). Again, we want to use gentle heat. If the heat is too hot, it can scramble our eggs.

Stirring in the egg yolk into the melted chocolate so that it incorporates smoothly.

Step 4: Now we beat our egg whites in a separate bowl with a touch of sugar. To ensure we have the proper structure, we whip them until stiff peaks form. You know you have stiff peaks when you lift your beater and the egg whites hold their shape like so (photo 5).

Egg whites beaten until stiff peaks form in a stainless steel mixing bowl.

Step 5: From here, we make our Baileys whipped cream. For this step, we whip together our heavy cream, Baileys Irish Cream, sugar and vanilla extract until it reaches the consistency of whipped cream (photo 6). We'll follow this same process for making our Irish whiskey whipped cream.

Beating the whipped cream in a stainless steel bowl until stiff peaks form.

Step 6: With these three elements ready, we now fold in our egg whites and then the whipped cream. We're dealing with delicate ingredients here, so we want to be gentle to maintain that airy texture.

To properly fold together the ingredients, we take a spatula and run it on the side of the bowl through the bottom, keeping the spatula touching the bowl, and then bring it out through the other side. As we bring the spatula out the other side, we gently fold the chocolate mixture on top (photo 7). If you’d like a visual, see this video on how to fold ingredients.

Like I mentioned, this will take a little patience to incorporate all the ingredients, but this is our last active step for the mousse. Once we incorporate the three components (photo 8), we’re ready to put this delicious Baileys mousse in the refrigerator to set.

A collage showing the process of folding the ingredients until they incorporate and turn into the mousse.

How to Serve

This Irish cream mousse is delicious unadorned, but a lovely presentation always makes for an even more memorable dessert. For a more casual gathering, serving this boozy chocolate mousse in a mason jar or dessert glass is perfect. Or you can jazz it up and serve it in a wine glass or martini glass for a more upscale presentation.

For garnishing, I love a little grated chocolate. This is as simple as running a bar of chocolate along a box grater, so if you plan on using grated chocolate, make sure you grab an extra bar at the store.

Now dollop some Irish whiskey whipped cream on top and add a fresh mint sprig. You now have one beautiful dessert that’s sure to impress.

Looking down on the Baileys chocolate mousse with a bottle of Irish cream behind it.

Recipe FAQs

How long does it take to set mousse?

While this Baileys mousse will be perfectly delicious by the spoonful right away, it needs time to set for the right consistency. Plan for at least an hour or two of setting.

How do I serve mousse?

Once the Baileys chocolate mousse sets, it will firm up quite a bit. You’ll still be able to scoop the mousse just fine, but if you want a softer, airier bite, which I recommend, let it sit in room temperature for about 20 to 30 minutes or so before serving.

You can scoop it directly into dessert cups for a more casual gathering or pipe the mousse for a fancy touch.

Can I make mousse ahead of time?

In addition to the serving time, you can certainly make mousse ahead of time. It will keep for about a couple days, but I prefer to enjoy it within 24 hours.

What are other ways to use chocolate mousse?

Along with serving as its own stand-alone dessert, this Baileys mousse can be used in so many other ways. Here are a few ideas.

Use as a cake filling between layers, like in my Irish whiskey chocolate cake.
Spoon into an Oreo or graham cracker crust to make a mousse pie.
Serve in a dessert glass with layers of crushed chocolate cookies to make a parfait.
Spread onto these chocolate stout brownies.
Pipe into cupcakes for one decadent filling.
Dollop into mini phyllo tart shells to make bite-size desserts.

Expert Tips

  • When melting the chocolate and stirring in the egg yolks, make sure the water is just simmering, not rapidly boiling. Remember, we only want gentle heat. If the water starts boiling, turn down the heat.
  • It’s best to separate the eggs when cold and then whip them once they come to room temperature. Once eggs reach room temperature, they’re easier to incorporate, but that means they can be trickier to separate.
  • Before whipping the cream, chilling the stainless steel mixing bowl helps the cream come together quickly.
  • I prefer to use three mixing bowls, but if you only have two bowls, first whip the egg whites and then the cream. If any fat from the cream is left in the bowl with the egg whites, it can prevent the mixture from beating properly.

Perfect Pairing

For a beer, I always love an imperial stout with a chocolate dessert. The residual sweetness makes it a wonderful dessert beer, and the bold roasted malt melds perfectly with our chocolate. A Baltic porter is also a delicious option, or a nutty Belgian dubbel would be nice with the Irish cream.

Need the perfect wine? You can’t go wrong with a ruby port, which is a classic chocolate mousse pairing. The prominent berry notes also match nicely to the vanilla-forward, nutty Irish cream.

Of course, you might also enjoy a good Baileys cocktail with this boozy chocolate mousse, and I have just the recipe. Try my Baileys Irish coffee martini. With its additional coffee notes, you'll love it with this chocolatey treat. My Irish whiskey old fashioned isn't a bad option, either, especially with that whipped cream.

When you need an impressive, decadent dessert that rivals a five-star restaurant, I hope you try this Baileys mousse. It can be our little secret that this sweet treat is much simpler to make than your guests would think.

Cheers!

The mousse with a spoonful taken out of it and mint to the side.

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A cup of Baileys mousse with a bottle of Irish cream behind it with a sprig of mint to the side.

Baileys Mousse With Irish Whiskey Whipped Cream

Treat yourself and your loved ones to one luscious, decadent dessert with this Baileys mousse with Irish whiskey whipped cream! Featuring the perfect airy texture and explosion of rich chocolate, everyone will fall in love with this gourmet delight after just one bite. This is one unforgettable dessert that's sure to impress.
5 from 205 votes
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Irish
Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
Setting Time: 2 hours hours
Total Time: 2 hours hours 35 minutes minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 446kcal
Author: Amanda McGrory-Dixon

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Stand or hand mixer

Ingredients

Baileys Mousse

  • 8 ounces semi-sweet or 70% bittersweet chocolate chopped
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1 teaspoon espresso powder
  • 3 eggs separated
  • 4 tablespoons white sugar divided
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup Baileys Irish Cream
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract or paste
  • Fresh mint sprigs optional, for garnish
  • Chocolate shavings optional, for garnish

Irish Whiskey Whipped Cream

  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons white sugar
  • ½-1 tablespoon Irish whiskey

Instructions

Baileys Mousse

  • Add chopped chocolate, butter and espresso powder to a heat-resistant bowl and place over pot of simmering water. Stir constantly until melted and smooth. Check the water to make sure it's just a simmer and not boiling. If it boils, turn down heat. Add one yolk at a time and stir until well combined in the melted chocolate and the mixture is smooth.
  • In another bowl, add the egg whites and 2 tablespoons sugar. Beat until stiff peaks form.
  • In a third bowl, beat the heavy cream, Baileys Irish Cream, vanilla and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar until it becomes the consistency of whipped cream.
  • Gently fold in the egg whites into the chocolate until combined. Then, fold in the Baileys whipped cream. Spoon or pipe into serving glasses and chill until set, about one to two hours.
  • Before serving, remove from the refrigerator for about 20-30 minutes. Top with mint, chocolate shavings and Irish whiskey whipped cream if desired. Enjoy!

Irish Whiskey Whipped Cream

  • Add the heavy cream, sugar and Irish whiskey to a mixing bowl.
  • Beat until it becomes the consistency of whipped cream. This can be anywhere from soft to stiff peaks, depending on personal preference. Serve with mousse.

Notes

  • When melting the chocolate and stirring in the egg yolks, make sure the water is just simmering, not rapidly boiling. Remember, we only want gentle heat. If the water starts boiling, turn down the heat.
  • It’s best to separate the eggs when cold and then whip them once they come to room temperature. Once eggs reach room temperature, they’re easier to incorporate, but that means they can be trickier to separate.
  • Before whipping the cream, chilling the stainless steel mixing bowl helps the cream come together quickly.
  • I prefer to use three mixing bowls, but if you only have two bowls, first whip the egg whites and then the cream. If any fat from the cream is left in the bowl with the egg whites, it can prevent the mixture from beating properly.
  • Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 446kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 139mg | Sodium: 93mg | Potassium: 223mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 934IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 2mg
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  1. Lexie S says

    November 22, 2022 at 7:55 am

    I'm looking to make this for Thanksgiving. Does one bowl really amount to how much an adult would want or is it tiny? Thank you!

    Reply
    • Amanda McGrory-Dixon says

      November 22, 2022 at 9:26 am

      Hey, Lexie! How many people are you serving? It is rich, so I personally think you can get a good amount for six to eight servings. Maybe dessert cup is a better way to describe it than bowl.

      Reply
  2. Julia Marple says

    March 16, 2022 at 2:24 pm

    5 stars
    Mmmm to die for.
    I didn't change a thing. I think I will skip the whisky whip cream tho, maybe just a squirt of spray whip & crumbled oreos for garnish.

    Reply
    • Amanda McGrory-Dixon says

      March 16, 2022 at 4:46 pm

      Ohhh, the Oreo crumbles sound so good! I love, love Oreos. So happy you love it. Happy St. Patrick's Day!

      Reply
  3. Genevieve says

    December 05, 2021 at 7:23 pm

    5 stars
    I love Irish cream and this Irish cream mousse looks amazing! Perfect for the holidays!

    Reply
  4. Elizabeth says

    December 04, 2021 at 3:23 pm

    5 stars
    This mousse is perfect for the holidays! We loved it!

    Reply
  5. Jeri says

    December 02, 2021 at 3:49 pm

    5 stars
    I made this for dessert for date night last night, and it was better than any mousse I ever had at a restaurant. Thanks for such a great recipe!

    Reply
    • Amanda McGrory-Dixon says

      December 06, 2021 at 10:49 am

      You're so welcome!

      Reply
  6. Lindsay Howerton-Hastings says

    December 02, 2021 at 12:26 pm

    5 stars
    This is a great recipe, a fun step up from regular chocolate mousse!

    Reply
  7. Ramona says

    December 01, 2021 at 2:56 pm

    5 stars
    This chocolate mousse looks absolutely amazing, I really need to make this ASAP. What a great idea and inspiration! Recipe pinned!

    Reply
  8. Katie Youngs says

    June 08, 2021 at 1:57 pm

    5 stars
    Chocolate mousse is one of my favorite restaurant desserts. I can't wait to try making it at home!

    Reply
    • Amanda McGrory-Dixon says

      June 08, 2021 at 2:05 pm

      I have no doubt it’ll be a success!

      Reply
  9. Beth says

    June 08, 2021 at 9:05 am

    5 stars
    Yummy! This is definitely one of my hubby's favorite! Such a rich and very delicious! I will be making this lovely mousse again!

    Reply
    • Amanda McGrory-Dixon says

      June 08, 2021 at 1:07 pm

      I'm so, so glad it was a hit!

      Reply
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