Irish Cream Chocolate Chip (Print version)

Chewy cookies blended with Irish cream and chocolate chips, ideal for festive treats.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
06 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1/4 cup Irish cream liqueur
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Add-ins

10 - 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
11 - 1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans or walnuts, optional

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt until evenly distributed.
03 - In a large bowl, beat softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and creamy, approximately 2 minutes.
04 - Add eggs, Irish cream liqueur, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Beat until well combined.
05 - Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix.
06 - Fold in chocolate chips and nuts if using until evenly distributed throughout dough.
07 - Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing approximately 2 inches apart.
08 - Bake for 11 to 13 minutes until edges are golden brown and centers appear just set.
09 - Cool cookies on baking sheets for 3 minutes, then transfer to wire rack for complete cooling.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Easy to make with simple, everyday ingredients plus a splash of Irish cream for sophisticated flavor
  • Soft and chewy texture that stays fresh for days when stored properly
  • Perfect for St. Patrick's Day parties, potlucks, or holiday cookie exchanges
  • The Irish cream adds a unique twist to classic chocolate chip cookies without being overwhelming
  • Freezer-friendly, so you can bake ahead or save dough for later
02 -
  • Don't overbake—the cookies should look slightly underdone in the center when you remove them from the oven; they'll continue cooking on the hot baking sheet
  • For chewier cookies, use all brown sugar instead of the mix of brown and granulated
  • Toast your nuts before adding them to enhance their flavor and add extra crunch
  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes if it seems too soft or sticky to handle
  • Rotate your baking sheets halfway through baking for the most even browning
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