Description

These rich and fudgy Baileys Cheesecake Brownies combine a dense chocolate brownie base with a creamy Baileys Irish Cream cheesecake swirl on top. They’re the perfect adult treat for holidays, parties, or when you’re just craving something indulgent with a boozy twist.

Ingredients

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For the Brownie Layer:

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/3 cup Baileys Irish Cream

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon baking powder

For the Cheesecake Swirl:

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1 egg yolk

1/4 cup Baileys Irish Cream

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Remove from heat and stir in the sugar, eggs, vanilla, and Baileys.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Gradually stir into the wet ingredients until just combined.
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Mix in the egg yolk, Baileys, and vanilla until creamy.
Drop spoonfuls of the cheesecake mixture over the brownie batter. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the two layers together.
Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.

Let cool completely in the pan before slicing.

Notes

For cleaner cuts, chill the brownies in the fridge before slicing.
These brownies can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Add chocolate chips to the brownie batter for extra richness.