Description
Rich Baileys Brownies bring Irish cream magic to classic chocolate indulgence. Luxurious chocolate layers blend silky liqueur notes with deep cocoa intensity, offering you a sophisticated dessert that celebrates pure deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box brownie mix
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup salted butter, softened
- 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
Dairy and Cream Ingredients:
- 3 to 4 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons Baileys Irish Cream
- 2 tablespoons Baileys Irish Cream
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Eggs (as specified on brownie mix box)
- Oil (as specified on brownie mix box)
- Water (as specified on brownie mix box)
Instructions
- Preheat oven according to brownie box instructions. Line an 8×8 square baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage for easy removal.
- Prepare brownie batter following package directions, substituting water with Baileys Irish Cream for enhanced flavor profile. Mix ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
- Transfer brownie mixture into prepared pan, spreading evenly. Bake at specified temperature on box instructions until a toothpick inserted comes out with minimal crumbs.
- Allow brownies to cool completely at room temperature, approximately 30-45 minutes. This prevents buttercream from melting when applied.
- Create buttercream by whipping butter until light and fluffy. Gradually incorporate powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and Baileys, mixing at low speed until smooth and creamy.
- Spread buttercream in a uniform layer across cooled brownies using an offset spatula. Refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to help frosting set.
- Prepare ganache by heating heavy cream and Baileys in a microwave-safe bowl. Warm for 45-60 seconds until mixture is steaming but not boiling.
- Pour hot cream over chocolate chips. Let stand for 3-4 minutes without stirring, then whisk until ganache becomes glossy and completely smooth.
- Remove chilled brownies from refrigerator. Carefully pour ganache over buttercream, tilting pan to ensure even coverage. Allow ganache to set at room temperature for 45-60 minutes.
- Once set, lift brownies from pan using parchment paper edges. Slice into precise squares and serve at room temperature for optimal texture and flavor.
Notes
- Swap out water for Baileys in the brownie mix to infuse rich, boozy flavor into every bite.
- Chill buttercream and ganache layers briefly to create clean, crisp layers that hold their shape perfectly.
- Opt for high-quality chocolate chips to ensure a glossy, smooth ganache with deep, luxurious chocolate notes.
- For a non-alcoholic version, replace Baileys with strong coffee or vanilla extract to maintain moisture and depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg