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    Published: Dec 11, 2020 · by Natalie · This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our privacy policy. · Leave a Comment

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    Homemade Italian Cream Liqueur is a combination of sweetened cream, Amaretto or Frangelico, vodka, and flavorings which result in an incredibly smooth, rich and creamy drink. Perfect as an after-dinner beverage or simply as an adult indulgence.

    A glass of Italian liqueur with pinecones scattered.Sure, you can buy a bottle of cream liqueur and be done with it. But, have you ever tasted homemade Italian cream liqueur? It’s distinctiveness and unique, delectable flavor is noticeable before it even reaches your lips. 

    First, you’ll notice the fragrance of the liqueur. Using pure vanilla and almond extract sets the tone for what’s to follow.

    Second, you’ll notice the cream color and the thick texture of the liquid. It’s like melted ice cream in a glass. If you swirl it, it will leave a thick opaque coating. 

    Third, the taste is incomparable to anything you buy at a liquor store. It is fresh and made with only the most delicious, rich ingredients; a perfect marriage between heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, Amaretto, vodka, and pure extracts. I make it with Amaretto, but you can also make it with Frangelico - a hazelnut flavored liqueur that’s golden in color. Either one will produce an incredibly tasty drink.

    Homemade Italian cream liqueur is easier and less fussy than an eggnog. No need to worry about raw eggs and tempering or straining. This is simply made by combining the ingredients in a blender and in a few seconds, it’s ready. 

    Do Not Overmix the Italian Cream Liqueur In The Blender!

    Full disclosure here: Just before posting this, I was showing off in front of my Mom telling her how easy this was to make. I poured everything into my Vitamix blender and blended. This blender is my favorite appliance and it’s super powerful. When I blend things I sing a verse of a song in my head and blend until I finish the verse. 

    Well, on this particular day, I must have been singing a hell of a long song because before I knew it, I started to see chunks whizzing around inside the blender. I blended a bit too long and my Italian cream liqueur turned into Italian cream butter. I stopped immediately and notice how the cream separated into half liquid, half butter. I was so bummed! Don’t sing and blend. Blend just until combined. It may be safer to just whisk it together so this doesn’t happen to you. 

    Keeping it real here on the genetic chef dot com. I am definitely not perfect. Better that I found this out and posted it then to have you waste your pricey ingredients. 

    Note: This did not go to waste. The liquid part was still delicious and my Mom said she’ll use the butter on toast! No, I’m not kidding. That will be one hell of a breakfast! 

    Don’t want to make a full batch? No problem. You can halve the recipe. Just note if you use ½ can of the sweetened condensed milk, don’t pour out 7 ounces. The milk is measured by weight and not by the ounce marker on your measuring cup. If you don’t want to go through the trouble of weighing, you can always eyeball it. 

    This keeps for about a month. That’s playing it safe. I’ve kept it for much longer just to test. Actually, we tested and tested. What I do for you people!

    (Update: I've actually kept it for one year and tested it today. I have to say thattt  itss delishus...oh ya baaaby)

    A glass of Italian liqueur on a green and gold runner.Treat yourself and enjoy the rich flavor of this Italian cream liqueur. 

    Want more delicious drinks? Try:

    • Peruvian Pisco Sour
    • Peruvian hot chocolate
    • Golden milk a.k.a turmeric milk

    Be happy, eat (and drink) well,


    A glass of Italian liqueur on a green and gold runner.

    Homemade Italian Cream Liqueur

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    Homemade Italian Cream Liqueur is a combination of sweetened cream, Amaretto or Frangelico, vodka, and flavorings, which result in an incredibly smooth, rich, and creamy drink. Perfect as an after-dinner beverage or simply as an adult indulgence.
    Makes about 1 ½ quarts or ~6 cups.
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Author: Natalie Gregory

    Ingredients

    • 1 pint (2 cups) heavy or whipping cream
    • 1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
    • 1 cup Amaretto or Frangelico
    • 1 cup vodka
    • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
    • 1 teaspoon almond extract
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    Instructions

    • Whisk together all ingredients in a bowl just until completely combined. Do not overbeat or you’ll end up with Italian cream butter.
    • Pour into a glass container and refrigerate or enjoy immediately.
    • Keeps for a month, refrigerated, in an airtight container. I've also tested it after a year and enjoyed it thank you very much! Just give it a good shake.
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    I don't post the nutritional value because I don't trust the accuracy of the nutritional apps. I’m not a nutritionist and don't want to post misinformation.

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