Creamy Baileys Cookies
Rich and soft cookies infused with Baileys Irish Cream, perfect for cozy nights and holiday gatherings. These creamy Baileys cookies combine a chewy texture with bursts of white chocolate sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (165 g) packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) Baileys Irish Cream
- 2 1/2 cups (312 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (175 g) white chocolate chips or chunks (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- In a large bowl, beat softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and uniform.
- Pour in Baileys Irish Cream and stir gently to blend; dough may look loose.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing just until combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in white chocolate chips or chunks if using.
- Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop dough balls about 2 tablespoons (30 g) each onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are set and slightly golden but centers remain soft.
- Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to finish setting.
Notes
Use room temperature butter and egg for best mixing and texture. Chill dough for 15-20 minutes if too sticky or if baking in warm weather to prevent spreading. Avoid overmixing after adding dry ingredients. Let cookies rest on baking sheet after baking to set perfectly. For dairy-free, substitute vegan butter and dairy-free Irish cream liqueur or syrup. Variations include using dark or milk chocolate chunks, adding espresso powder, pumpkin pie spice, or nuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 2
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