Baileys Irish Cream Brownies
These brownies are laced with Baileys Irish Cream for 3 layers of fudgy decadence. Easy to make - from your favorite box mix. Delicious St. Patrick's Day dessert - perfect anytime!
Servings: 9
Calories:
Equipment
- 8 x 8 baking dish can use 9 x 13 - brownies will be thinner
Ingredients
- 1 box brownie mix 8 x 8 size + ingredients required on package
Baileys Buttercream Frosting
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup butter softened to room temp
- 3 tablespoons Baileys Irish Cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- pinch salt
Baileys Ganache
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips or chunks
- 3 tablespoons Baileys Irish Cream
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
Brownies
- Mix and bake box brownies according to package directions. Cool to room temperature.
Frosting
- While the brownies are cooling, add softened butter and powdered sugar to a mixing bowl. Beat using an electric mixer on low speed until sugar is blended.
- Add 3 tablespoons of Baileys Irish Cream, the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- Combine well then spread buttercream frosting in an even layer over the top of the cooled brownies. Set aside.
Ganache
- Place chocolate chips in a small saucepan. Add Baileys, heavy cream and butter. Simmer over low heat stirring until smooth.
- Pour the chocolate mixture evenly over the frosted brownies.
- Cool to room temp then transfer the brownies to the fridge until set (about 1 hour). Slice into 9 squares and serve.
Notes
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Feel free to use your favorite homemade brownie recipe instead of box.
Add chocolate chunks instead of chips.
Chopped nuts would be a great addition in the brownie batter.
Add green food coloring to the buttercream layer for a festive look.