Baileys Brownies

Name: Baileys Brownies
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 25 min
Yield: 40 brownies
Ingredients: 1 fudge brownie mix; ¾ cup butter; ⅓ cup Baileys Irish cream; 3 cups powdered sugar; ¾ cup chocolate chips; 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream; ½ cup Baileys Irish cream

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Prep Time
35 mins
Cook Time
50 mins
Total Time
1 hr 25 mins
Servings
40 brownies
Calories
119 kcal
Course
Dessert
Cuisine
American

Baileys Brownies

Layla Henson

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Baileys Brownies combine rich, fudgy brownie base with a creamy Baileys Irish cream frosting and a smooth Baileys-infused chocolate ganache. The texture blends a dense and moist brownie with a velvety frosting and a glossy chocolate topping, bringing a layered, indulgent dessert experience. This recipe suits those looking to add an Irish cream twist to classic brownies, making them suitable for celebrations or special treats.

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Baileys Brownies start with a standard fudge brownie mix or your favorite homemade recipe baked in a 9x13 pan. After cooling, the brownies are topped with a Baileys frosting made by beating softened butter and Baileys Irish cream into powdered sugar until fluffy. The frosting is chilled briefly to set. The final layer is a ganache where semi-sweet chocolate chips are topped with a heated mixture of heavy cream and Baileys, poured over the frosting. After setting at room temperature and refrigeration, this creates a creamy, boozy chocolate layer atop the brownies.

The Baileys Irish cream in both the frosting and ganache adds a distinctive flavor dimension that enriches the sweetness and chocolate notes. The frosting and ganache layers provide softness and gloss over the rich and chewy brownie base, making these brownies a decadent dessert option that balances creamy, chocolate, and liqueur flavors.

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Ingredients

Servings

Brownies

1 fudge brownie mix plus box indicated ingredients or your favorite homemade brownies, boxed 9x13 size

Baileys Frosting

¾ cup butter softened, unsalted
⅓ cup Baileys Irish cream
3 cups powdered sugar

Baileys Ganache

¾ cup chocolate chips semi-sweet
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
½ cup Baileys Irish cream

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Prepare brownies according to package directions. Cool completely.

Baileys Frosting

Beat butter on medium speed until fluffy. Add in Baileys and mix well.
Add powdered sugar a little at a time until completely incorporated. Beat until soft and fluffy.
Spread over brownies and refrigerate while making the Baileys ganache.

Ganache

Combine Baileys and heavy cream in a sauce pan over medium high heat. Bring just to a boil and immediately pour over chocolate chips. Let sit 5 minutes without stirring.
Whisk until smooth and spread over frosted brownies. Let sit at room temperature about 30 minutes. Refrigerate until set.

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Calories 119 (6%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 10mg (3%) Sodium 1mg (0%) Potassium 20mg (0%) Sugar 11g (22%) Vitamin A 120IU (2%) Calcium 4mg (0%) Iron 0.2mg (1%)