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Bailey’s Irish Cream Cookies

Bailey’s Irish Cream Cookies: Chewy Delights You’ll Crave

Indulge in Bailey’s Irish Cream Cookies, chewy delights blending chocolate and Irish cream goodness, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Level when measuring to avoid density.
  • 3/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Use quality brand for better taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Espresso Powder Enhances chocolate flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Room temperature.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens cookies.
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Adds moisture and depth.
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup Bailey's Irish Cream For an alcoholic version; use cream for non-alcoholic.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Confectioners' Sugar Adjust consistency with Bailey’s.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, espresso powder, baking soda, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  3. Cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs and Bailey’s Irish Cream, mixing until combined.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the baking sheet, spaced apart.
  7. Bake for about 10 minutes until the edges are set; cool for 5 minutes.
  8. Whisk the confectioners’ sugar with Bailey's until smooth for the glaze.
  9. Dip cooled cookies in the glaze and let excess drip off, then add decorations.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, measure ingredients accurately, use room temperature items, & avoid over-mixing. Always check cookies for doneness around the 10-minute mark.

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