Description
Indulgent Baileys cheesecake brownies blend rich chocolate and creamy Irish liqueur in a sinful dessert that elevates classic brownies. Chocolate lovers will savor each velvety bite of this irresistible treat that promises pure dessert bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 12 cup (1 stick or 113 grams) unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
Liquid Ingredients:
- 14 cup (60 milliliters) Baileys Irish Cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Baileys Irish Cream
- 12 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients:
- 34 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
- 13 cup (40 grams) all-purpose flour
- 14 cup (25 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 14 teaspoon salt
- 14 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by heating the oven to 350F (175C) and lining an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage with slight overhang for easy removal.
- Create the decadent brownie base by gently melting chocolate and butter in a saucepan, stirring until glossy and uniform. Remove from heat and whisk in sugar, incorporating eggs, vanilla, and Baileys until the mixture becomes silky and well-blended. Fold in flour, cocoa powder, and salt, mixing minimally to maintain a rich, fudgy texture.
- Craft the creamy cheesecake layer by whipping cream cheese and sugar until velvety smooth. Introduce egg, Baileys, and vanilla, blending thoroughly to achieve a luxurious, uniform consistency without overmixing.
- Construct the dessert by distributing most of the brownie batter evenly across the prepared pan, reserving a small portion for artistic swirling. Carefully pour the cheesecake mixture atop the brownie base, creating a harmonious layer. Strategically dot the reserved brownie batter and use a knife to create elegant, marbled swirls.
- Bake the dessert for 35-40 minutes, watching for a slightly set center that yields a toothpick with minimal moist crumbs, indicating perfect fudgy doneness.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours to set and intensify flavors. Slice into precise squares, revealing the mesmerizing swirled pattern.
Notes
- Chill the cream cheese to room temperature before mixing to ensure a smooth, lump-free cheesecake layer without overbeating.
- Use high-quality dark chocolate chips for a richer, more intense chocolate flavor that complements the Baileys liqueur.
- Swirl technique matters – use a gentle zigzag motion with a knife or skewer to create beautiful marbled patterns without overmixing the batters.
- For gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour or a gluten-free baking blend to maintain the dense, fudgy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg