A rich and deliciously boozy chocolate Baileys Brownies recipe made with Irish cream liqueur and topped with a smooth chocolate frosting.
Chocolate brownies are an absolute favourite in our house - and they're my go-to recipe whenever I need a quick and yummy chocolate treat. BUT! Sometimes you just want an adults-only treat that can't be pinched by a cheeky toddler... which brings me to these fabulously delicious Baileys Brownies. Just think... your favourite rich chocolate brownie recipe but made with Baileys Irish Cream, with a Baileys chocolate fudge frosting and a sprinkle of sea salt on top. Can I get a heck yes!?
A one-bowl boozy Baileys brownies recipe... that's as easy as 1.2.3!
These brownies could not possibly be any easier to make! All it takes is 3 simple steps.
Step 1 - Melt the chocolate and butter in the microwave
Step 2 - Whisk through the Baileys, vanilla extract, caster sugar and eggs
Step 3 - Fold through the plain flour, bi-carbonate soda, cocoa powder and a pinch of salt
See... 3 super simple steps to the perfect brownie!!! And then it's time to make the Baileys chocolate fudge frosting!
Double the trouble Baileys Brownies
Baileys in the brownies... tick!
Baileys in the frosting... tick!
This recipe could not get any better, could it!? And trust me... the frosting is going to BLOW YOUR MIND!
Baileys chocolate fudge frosting
This frosting is AMAZING... and all you'll need is 1 bowl, a whisk and a few basic ingredients:
- butter
- vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
- cocoa powder
- icing sugar
- Baileys Irish cream (check out our homemade Baileys Irish Cream recipe here)
Simply whisk them all together in a bowl until smooth and creamy, spread over the still warm brownie and sprinkle with extra sea salt flakes (the salt really brings out the chocolate flavour... trust me on this one!).
More Baileys Irish cream recipes
If you love Baileys Irish cream... then you're going to want to check out these recipes too!
- Homemade Baileys Irish Cream
- Baileys Chocolate Ripple Cake
- Microwave Baileys Chocolate Fudge
- Baileys Malteser Cheesecake
- Baileys Tim Tam Cheesecake Balls
- Baileys Chocolate Cheesecake
- Baileys Chocolate Poke Cake
... did I mention that I love Baileys recipes!??
How to store brownies
You can store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. It's best NOT to keep them in the fridge as they'll dry out. Brownies are a great option when you need to make a recipe a few days ahead of time as they'll still taste AMAZING!
You can also freeze brownies for up to 3 months in an airtight container (or wrapped well in foil and covered in plastic wrap).
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Baileys Brownies
Ingredients
For the Baileys brownies
- 70 g (⅓ cup) dark chocolate
- 60 g (¼ cup) butter
- 2 eggs
- 220 g (1 cup) caster sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 80 g (⅓ cup) Baileys irish cream
- 150 g (1 cup) plain flour
- 50 g (½ cup) cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon bi-carbonate soda
- pinch of salt
For the Baileys chocolate frosting
- 45 g melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
- 150 g (1 cup) icing sugar
- 25 g (¼ cup) cocoa powder
- 45 g Baileys Irish cream
- sea salt flakes
Instructions
Conventional Method
- Pre-heat oven to 170 degrees celsius (fan-forced). Grease and line a 20cm X 20cm square baking tin with baking paper and set aside.
- Place the chocolate and butter into a microwave-safe bowl and melt on 50% power for 2- 3 minutes or until just melted (stir every 30 seconds). Allow to cool slightly.
- Add the eggs and whisk through.
- Add the sugar, vanilla extract and Baileys and whisk through.
- Sift over the plain flour, cocoa powder and bi-carbonate soda, add the salt and fold through the chocolate mixture.
- Pour into the prepared tin and bake for 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out slightly moist. Allow to cool for 20 minutes before frosting.
- To make the frosting, whisk the melted butter, vanilla extract, pinch of salt, icing sugar (sifted), cocoa powder (sifted) and Baileys Irish cream together in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the frosting over the brownies, sprinkle over the sea salt flakes and allow to cool completely. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Thermomix Method
- Pre-heat oven to 170 degrees celsius (fan-forced). Grease and line a 20cm X 20cm square baking tin with baking paper and set aside.
- Place the chocolate and butter into the Thermomix bowl and melt for 3 minutes, 50 degrees, Speed 2. Allow to cool slightly.
- Add the eggs and mix on Speed 4, 5 seconds.
- Add the sugar, vanilla extract and Baileys and mix on Speed 4, 10 seconds.
- Add the plain flour, cocoa powder and bi-carbonate soda and salt and fold mix on Speed 4, 5 seconds. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and mix for a further 5 seconds.
- Pour into the prepared tin and bake for 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out slightly moist. Allow to cool for 20 minutes before frosting.
- To make the frosting, melt the butter for 2 minutes, 50 degrees, Speed 2.
- Add the vanilla extract, pinch of salt, icing sugar, cocoa powder and Baileys Irish cream and mix for 20 seconds, Speed 4. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and repeat once more (or until smooth and creamy).
- Spread the frosting over the brownies, sprinkle over the sea salt flakes and allow to cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Notes
Nutrition
Tina says
They are lush will be making them more often
Lucy says
I'm so glad!
Keshia says
I've made these a few times and they are great! I was just wondering if I could switch the caster sugar to soft brown sugar?
Lucy says
Absolutely! They'll have quite a different texture (more chewy) xx
Keeley Cobb says
If I were to want to warm these up but worried about how the topping would go, have you got any recommendations
Lucy says
Hi Kelsey, yes the frosting does go soft and melt a little when served warm!
Kurisu says
Really want to make this recipe looks so simple and tasty, but I gotta know. Can I switch the butter for Margarine?
A bit of a dairy issue. I know there is dairy free Baileys and dark chocolate is good.
It's just the butter thats the stopping point.
Lucy says
Hmmm I haven't personally made these with margarine so I wouldn't like to say sorry!
Julia Wisker says
These are delicious, I’ve made them a few times now. I belong to a Cake Decorating association and was asked to make them for a sweet treat at their lunch. There wasn’t even one piece left to take home
Lucy says
Oh that's so fantastic! Thank you so much!! xx
Julie Dubois says
I made these for Father’s Day today and they were absolutely delicious and a hit with the family. Will definitely be making these again!
Lucy says
Yipppeeee!!