Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8x8 inch baking pan.
• In a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and chopped semisweet chocolate together until smooth. Stir well.
• In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and eggs until well combined. Stir in the vanilla extract.
• Gradually whisk the melted chocolate mixture into the sugar and egg mixture until smooth.
• In a separate small bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
• Stir in the Baileys Irish Cream until fully incorporated.
• Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
• Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.
• Let the brownies cool completely in the pan.
• For the glaze (optional): Whisk together the powdered sugar and Baileys Irish Cream until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled brownies.
• Cut into squares and serve.