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Irish cream breve ingredients showing espresso half and half and Irish cream syrup

Easy Irish Cream Breve Recipe

Make coffee shop quality Irish cream breve at home in just 5 minutes with espresso, half-and-half, and Irish cream syrup.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 drink
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 shots (2 oz) espresso
  • 2 oz half-and-half
  • 2 tablespoons Irish cream syrup

Equipment

  • Espresso machine or Moka pot
  • Milk frother or steam wand
  • 12 oz coffee mug
  • Spoon for stirring

Method
 

  1. Brew 2 shots of fresh espresso and pour into coffee mug
  2. Add 2 tablespoons Irish cream syrup to the espresso and stir well
  3. Steam half-and-half to 150°F until volume doubles and becomes frothy
  4. Pour steamed half-and-half into mug with espresso mixture
  5. Spoon foam on top to create layered effect
  6. Optional: top with whipped cream and cocoa powder
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy

Notes

Notes:
  • For iced version, use cold half-and-half over ice instead of steaming
  • Sugar-free Irish cream syrup reduces calories by 100-120
  • Store unused Irish cream syrup in refrigerator for up to 2 months
  • Best consumed within 5 minutes for optimal temperature
Tips:
  • Use freshly ground coffee beans for best flavor
  • Don't overheat half-and-half above 155°F
  • Quality Irish cream syrup makes significant difference in taste
  • For stronger coffee taste, add third espresso shot
Nutrition Information (per serving):
  • Calories: 430
  • Fat: 33g
  • Saturated Fat: 21g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Caffeine: 126mg