Bailey’s Crème de Menthe Brownies…*
…Bailey’s, Chocolate, & Mint—a triple threat
I think we all know that Bailey’s + chocolate = a fabulous combination. What better way to celebrate St. Patty’s Day this year than with a decadent dessert that consists of Bailey’s Irish Crème and chocolate!? Mmmmm, that’s what I thought. These gooey, chewy, chocolatey treats are a triple threat with three layers of goodness. The moist, fudgy Bailey’s-infused brownies are layered with a creamy, refreshing mint layer, and then topped off with a blanket of semi-sweet chocolate that melts in your mouth. It’s quite possibly the best brownie I have ever had! Plus, it makes an elegant dessert that’s perfect for the holidays, and of course, for St. Patty’s Day :)
…Bailey’s, Chocolate, & Mint—a triple threat
I think we all know that Bailey’s + chocolate = a fabulous combination. What better way to celebrate St. Patty’s Day this year than with a decadent dessert that consists of Bailey’s Irish Crème and chocolate!? Mmmmm, that’s what I thought. These gooey, chewy, chocolatey treats are a triple threat with three layers of goodness. The moist, fudgy Bailey’s-infused brownies are layered with a creamy, refreshing mint layer, and then topped off with a blanket of semi-sweet chocolate that melts in your mouth. It’s quite possibly the best brownie I have ever had! Plus, it makes an elegant dessert that’s perfect for the holidays, and of course, for St. Patty’s Day :)
The Ingredients…*
Brownie Layer:
(Adapted from How Sweet it is)
1 stick unsalted butter
2-3 squares baking chocolate
2 cups sugar
2 eggs
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 cup Bailey’s Irish Cream Liqueur
Mint Layer:
(Adapted from Our Best Bites)
4 tablespoons of butter, at room temperature
2 cups of powdered sugar, sifted
1 1/2 teaspoons crème de menthe (or pure peppermint extract)
1-2 tablespoons milk
Green food coloring, if desired
Chocolate Glaze:
(Adapted from Joy of Baking)
3 ounces (90 grams) semisweet chocolate, chopped
1 tablespoon of butter
Brownie Layer:
(Adapted from How Sweet it is)
1 stick unsalted butter
2-3 squares baking chocolate
2 cups sugar
2 eggs
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 cup Bailey’s Irish Cream Liqueur
Mint Layer:
(Adapted from Our Best Bites)
4 tablespoons of butter, at room temperature
2 cups of powdered sugar, sifted
1 1/2 teaspoons crème de menthe (or pure peppermint extract)
1-2 tablespoons milk
Green food coloring, if desired
Chocolate Glaze:
(Adapted from Joy of Baking)
3 ounces (90 grams) semisweet chocolate, chopped
1 tablespoon of butter
The Instructions…*
First, the Brownies:
(Adapted from How Sweet it is)
(1) Preheat oven to 350°F
(2) Melt butter and baking squares in a microwave safe bowl
(3) In the mixing bowl, cream melted butter and chocolate mixture
(4) Add in sugar and vanilla and beat until fluffy, about 2-3 minutes
(5) Add in eggs, beating one at a time; then add flour and stir just until combined
(6) Finally, stir in Bailey’s and pour into greased 9 x 13 baking dish(I used a 9x9 square cake pan)
(7) Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until just barely done; remove from oven and cool completely
Next, the Mint Layer:
(Adapted from Our Best Bites)
(1) In the bowl of your electric mixer, or with a hand mixer, beat the butter for just a few seconds to soften. Add the crème de menthe (or peppermint extract), milk, and about half of the powdered sugar
(2) Beat to combine, and then add the rest of the sugar; if the frosting is too thick, add a little extra milk (The frosting should be just thin enough to spread)
(3) Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled brownie layer
(4) Place in the refrigerator for about 5-10 minutes or until firm
And finally, the Chocolate Glaze:
(Adapted from Joy of Baking)
(1) In a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, melt the chocolate and butter
(2) Spread over the mint filling and refrigerate for about 30 minutes or until the chocolate glaze starts to dull
(3) Dip a sharp knife in hot water for easier slicing; enjoy :)
First, the Brownies:
(Adapted from How Sweet it is)
(1) Preheat oven to 350°F
(2) Melt butter and baking squares in a microwave safe bowl
(3) In the mixing bowl, cream melted butter and chocolate mixture
(4) Add in sugar and vanilla and beat until fluffy, about 2-3 minutes
(5) Add in eggs, beating one at a time; then add flour and stir just until combined
(6) Finally, stir in Bailey’s and pour into greased 9 x 13 baking dish(I used a 9x9 square cake pan)
(7) Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until just barely done; remove from oven and cool completely
Next, the Mint Layer:
(Adapted from Our Best Bites)
(1) In the bowl of your electric mixer, or with a hand mixer, beat the butter for just a few seconds to soften. Add the crème de menthe (or peppermint extract), milk, and about half of the powdered sugar
(2) Beat to combine, and then add the rest of the sugar; if the frosting is too thick, add a little extra milk (The frosting should be just thin enough to spread)
(3) Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled brownie layer
(4) Place in the refrigerator for about 5-10 minutes or until firm
And finally, the Chocolate Glaze:
(Adapted from Joy of Baking)
(1) In a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, melt the chocolate and butter
(2) Spread over the mint filling and refrigerate for about 30 minutes or until the chocolate glaze starts to dull
(3) Dip a sharp knife in hot water for easier slicing; enjoy :)