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Creamy Irish Cream Cookies Recipe Easy Homemade Chocolate Swirl Treats

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Deliciously tender cookies infused with creamy Irish cream and decadent chocolate swirls, perfect for cozy gatherings or sweet treats any time.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (110g) packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) Irish cream liqueur (e.g., Baileys)
  • 2 1/2 cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (175g) semi-sweet chocolate chips or chunks

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup packed brown sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add 2 large eggs, 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract, and 1/4 cup Irish cream liqueur. Beat until just combined; do not overmix.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in batches, mixing on low speed or folding by hand until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chunks.
  7. Drop dough by tablespoonfuls or using a cookie scoop onto prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart, yielding roughly 24 cookies.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft. For crisper cookies, bake 1-2 minutes longer.
  9. Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

If dough is too soft or sticky, chill in the fridge for 15-20 minutes before scooping to control spreading and maintain chocolate swirls. Do not overmix dough to keep cookies tender. Softened butter is essential for proper creaming. For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend. For dairy-free, use coconut oil and dairy-free chocolate chips. Alcohol-free version: replace Irish cream with 1/4 cup milk plus 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

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