These Classic Irish Desserts Are a Must on St. Patrick's Day
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These Classic Irish Desserts Are a Must on St. Patrick's Day
When it comes to celebrating St. Paddy's Day, one thing's that absolutely essential (besides the green beer, of course) is a spread full of the most festive and delicious St. Patrick's Day desserts. But instead of picking up the green food dye, why not indulge in one of these traditional Irish desserts, all infused with The Emerald Isle's best and most classic flavors?
This year, dive into some of the best Irish dessert recipes to round out your filling St. Patrick's Day meal — including everything from Irish apple cake to barmbrack (a traditional Irish fruit cake) and, of course, a classic Irish soda bread. And if you're looking for something boozy, don't worry: we have desserts that involve Baileys Irish Cream and Guinness, too! No matter how you're spending St. Paddy's this year, these scrumptious bites will definitely be the highlight of your celebration — especially if you're pairing them with some festive St. Patrick's Day drinks.
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Soda Bread
How could you not make traditional Irish soda bread on St. Paddy's Day? Transform it into dessert by spreading sweet marmalade or jam on a slice!
Get the recipe for Soda Bread »
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Irish Apple Cake
This popular Irish dessert calls for tart apples baked into a tender, flavorful cake. Need we say more?
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Brioche Bread Pudding With Bourbon-Butterscotch Sauce
You can never go wrong with a brioche bread pudding — plus, you can totally swap in Irish whiskey instead of bourbon for the sauce.
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Perfect Apple Crumble
This classic comfort dish is also a staple in Ireland. Don't forget to serve it with some ice cream on top!
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Irish Coffee
We officially declare whiskey and coffee as the king and queen of St. Patrick's Day. Sip on this boozy drink and you'll see why.
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Baileys Cheesecake
This classic cream liquor (hint: you can make your own!) makes for the perfect base to a decadent dessert.
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Irish Chocolate Pots de Crème
Get this: these classic desserts take only five minutes to make and are the perfect thing to serve at your St. Paddy's Day party.
Get the recipe from The Cafe Sucre Farine »
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Baileys Poke Cake
Doctor up store-bought cake mix with thick sweetened custard for the easiest-ever sweet.
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- 10/26
Guiness Cake
When it comes to dessert, too much of a good thing is never bad. That means the more Guinness, the better.
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Irish Apple Cake With Custard Sauce
This apple cake is delicious and all, but add a homemade custard sauce and you end up with a next level dessert. It's like pouring melted ice cream over your dessert — and who wouldn't want that?
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Irish Shortbread
Corn flour adds a nutty flavor that'll make you polish off a whole plate in one sitting.
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Baileys Brownies
These rich brownies are topped with a fluffy Baileys buttercream frosting and Baileys-infused chocolate ganache. Double the Baileys, double the fun.
Get the recipe at Spend With Pennies »
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Soda Bread Pudding
Traditional Irish soda bread meets bread pudding with spiced cream and caramel sauce. Got stale soda bread? Use it up in this epic dessert (or breakfast, we won't judge).
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Irish Potato Candies
These stuffed cinnamon treats were popular among Irish immigrants in Philadelphia and they quickly became a St. Patrick's Day staple for the area — and well, everyone.
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Brioche Bread and Butter Pudding
This traditional Irish dessert brings together homemade vanilla custard and sweet, flaky brioche.
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Mudslide Cheesecake
Drizzle melted chocolate on top of this boozy cheesecake to bring out the cocoa flavor.
Get the recipe at The Brunette Baker »
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Irish Oat Flapjacks
One bite and you'll be in buttery baked oatmeal heaven. These may look like granola bars, but the chocolate and golden syrup (a sweet maple syrup substitute) make them a dessert in our book.
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Irish Coffee Cake
You've probably had Irish cream liqueur, but did you ever consider adding it to your coffee cake? It's only natural.
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Porter Cake
This boozy cake — studded with dried fruit and candied citrus peel — gets better with time.
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Orange Scented Whiskey Soufflé Pie
This traditional "pie" is more like a soufflè — it naturally collapses after you to take it out of the oven.
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Irish Whiskey and Stout Chocolate Cake
This boozy cake offers all the hearty flavors of chocolate stouts and Irish whiskey, without the harsh tastes of alcohol.
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Irish Barmbrack
Soak dried fruit in whisky to add a bold flavor to this fruit cake loaf.
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Irish Blueberry Scones
Eat 'em for breakfast or dessert. No matter how you serve them, these buttery bites will disappear in front of your eyes.
Get the recipe from Sunny Days, Good Food »
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Irish Lemon Pudding
If rich desserts aren't your thing, this light and luscious pudding cake is the perfect, dreamy solution.
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Irish Pancakes
Irish pancakes are thinner than American ones which makes them perfect for stuffing with fruit, whipped cream, caramelized bananas and hot fudge.
Bring on the Baileys and Guinness!