Rich, fudgy brownies swirled with creamy Baileys cheesecake make these decadent treats irresistible. The boozy kick from Baileys Irish Cream perfectly balances the deep chocolate flavor with a luscious, tangy swirl. These brownies are make-ahead & freezer-friendly, making them a perfect indulgence for any occasion! #homemaderecipes #easydessertrecipes #chocolatebrownies #cheesecakebrownies
8 oz cream cheese (preferably Philadelphia)
⅓ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg yolk
¼ tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp Baileys Irish Cream
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
5 tbsp unsalted butter
4 oz bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
2 large eggs
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup light brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ cup Baileys Irish Cream
¼ tsp salt
¾ cup all-purpose flour
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch baking pan with butter or nonstick spray.
Microwave cream cheese for 20-30 seconds until softened.
In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, vanilla, Baileys, and flour until smooth. Set aside.
Microwave butter in a heatproof bowl until melted (about 1 minute). Stir in chopped chocolate until smooth. (Reheat for 10-15 seconds if needed.)
In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, both sugars, vanilla, Baileys, and salt until smooth.
Stir in melted chocolate mixture, then fold in flour & cocoa powder until just combined.
Reserve ½ cup of brownie batter in a small bowl. Spread the remaining brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan.
Spread the cheesecake batter evenly over the brownie layer.
Microwave the reserved brownie batter for 15-20 seconds until pourable. Drop small dollops over the cheesecake layer and swirl with a knife.
Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is set and puffed.
Let cool completely before slicing into 12-16 squares.
Enjoy as is or refrigerate for a chilled, fudgier texture!
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Freezing Tip: Wrap slices in plastic wrap & freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temp before serving.
Chocolate Variation: Swap bittersweet chocolate with milk chocolate for a sweeter brownie.
Make It Extra Boozy: Add 1 tbsp Baileys to the cheesecake batter for an even richer flavor.
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