Irish Coffee with Creamy Topping

Description

 * Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

 * 1 can (12 ounce) evaporated skim milk, divided
 * 1 tbsp cornstarch
 * 2 tbsp water
 * 1 tsp vanilla extract
 * 2 tbsp sifted powdered sugar
 * 6 cup hot strong brewed coffee
 * ½ cup Irish whiskey
 * 2 tbsp + 2 tsp sugar

Directions

 * 1) Pour ½ cup milk into a small saucepan; bring to a simmer over medium heat.
 * 2) Place cornstarch in a small bowl; gradually add water, stirring with a wire whisk until blended.
 * 3) Add to simmering milk; bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
 * 4) Combine cornstarch mixture, remaining 1 cup milk, and vanilla in a large bowl; freeze mixture 1 hour or until a ⅛-inch-thick layer of ice forms om the surface.
 * 5) Beat mixture at high speed of an electric mixer 5 minutes; gradually add sifted powdered sugar, beating until soft peaks form. Cover and chill.
 * 6) Combine coffee, whiskey, and sugar; stir well.
 * 7) Pour into mugs; spoon topping onto coffee.
 * 8) Serve immediately.
 * 9) Cover and store remaining topping in refrigerator.

Nutritional information
Per ¾ cup coffee and ½ cup topping:
 * about 83 calories | 0.1 grams fat | 1 mg cholesterol | 40 mg sodium