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A decadent dessert with layers of rich chocolate brownie and creamy cheesecake.

Irish Cream Brownie Cheesecake

Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
This rich Irish Cream Brownie Cheesecake features a fudgy dark chocolate base and velvety Baileys-infused cheesecake swirl—an elegant dessert made with just 7 ingredients.
Servings

Ingredients

For the brownie base:

  • ½ cup dark chocolate chopped (minimum 70% cacao)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter 1 stick
  • ½ cup + 2 tablespoons superfine sugar
  • cup + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons Baileys Irish Cream

For the cheesecake swirl:

  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 3 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon superfine sugar
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons Baileys Irish Cream

Instructions
 

Prepare the pan:

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Lightly butter the bottom and sides of an 8-inch square metal baking pan. Line the pan with a piece of parchment paper, allowing it to extend up two opposite sides for easy removal later. Butter the parchment paper as well.

Melt chocolate and butter:

  1. In a large heatproof bowl, combine the chopped dark chocolate and butter. Melt them together using a microwave in 20–30 second intervals or over a saucepan of simmering water. Stir until smooth and fully combined. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.

Add sugar and eggs:

  1. Stir the superfine sugar into the chocolate mixture until fully dissolved. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition until the mixture is glossy and smooth.

Incorporate Irish cream and flour:

  1. Stir in the Baileys Irish Cream. Then, gently fold in the flour, mixing only until no visible streaks of dry ingredients remain. Do not overmix.

Transfer to pan:

  1. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it into an even layer using a spatula.

Prepare the cheesecake layer:

  1. In a separate medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, superfine sugar, egg, and Baileys Irish Cream until smooth and creamy.

Swirl the layers:

  1. Drop spoonfuls of the cheesecake mixture over the brownie batter. Using a knife or skewer, gently swirl the mixtures together to create a marbled effect. Be careful not to over-swirl.

Bake the cheesecake brownies:

  1. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the edges are set and a knife inserted into the cheesecake comes out clean. The center may still be slightly soft but will firm up as it cools.

Cool and serve:

  1. Remove the pan from the oven and allow the brownies to cool completely on a wire rack. Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the brownies from the pan. Slice into squares and serve.

Notes

To make this dessert gluten-free, substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. Ensure that all other ingredients (particularly the Baileys and chocolate) are certified gluten-free. The texture may be slightly more delicate, but the flavor will remain rich and indulgent.
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