Baileys Irish Cream Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
These Baileys Irish Cream Chocolate Chip Cookies are a decadent treat combining the creamy, boozy flavor of Baileys Irish Cream with classic semi-sweet chocolate chips, all baked into soft, tender cookies with perfectly browned edges. Perfect for festive occasions or a special dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 36 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish-American
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup Baileys Irish Cream
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. This prevents sticking and makes cleanup easier.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This step is crucial for a soft, tender cookie texture.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the Baileys Irish Cream, which infuses the dough with a signature creamy, boozy flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, ensuring they’re evenly dispersed throughout the dough.
- Scoop and Bake: Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until edges are lightly browned and centers are set but still soft.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 2 minutes to firm up. Then transfer to wire racks to cool completely before serving. Enjoy the rich chocolatey cookies with a subtle hint of Baileys Irish Cream.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is softened, not melted, for best creaming results.
- For chewier cookies, slightly underbake by removing at 9 minutes.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Baileys Irish Cream can be substituted with other cream liqueurs if desired.
- Chilling the dough for 30 minutes will enhance flavor and prevent excessive spreading.
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