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    Home » Cake » BAILEYS Kiss Cupcakes

    Published: Feb 26, 2014 · Modified: Mar 1, 2021 by Lisa Johnson

    BAILEYS Kiss Cupcakes

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    Baileys Kiss Cupcakes with Baileys Buttercream and Chocolate Ganache cookingwithcurls.com

    Baileys Kiss Cupcakes with Baileys Buttercream and Chocolate Ganache are amazingly delicious with surprise KISSES inside. They are perfect any time of year, not just St. Patrick's Day!!

    Baileys Kiss Cupcakes with Baileys Buttercream and Chocolate Ganache cookingwithcurls.com

    Today is my friend Jamie’s 2nd Blogiversary over at Love Bakes Good Cakes, and we are celebrating with these delicious BAILEYS Kiss Cupcakes with BAILEYS Buttercream and Chocolate Ganache! I tried really hard to create a cupcake without alcohol, but in the end….. I just could not do it!

    There is no substitute for the intense flavor that BAILEYS and Godiva Chocolate Liqueur add. No, you cannot possibly get drunk eating these cupcakes! One - there is not enough alcohol in them, and Two - they are too sweet for you to eat all of them at once.....No that was not a challenge! Although I will admit, it is hard to stop eating them.....

    Baileys Kiss Cupcakes cookingwithcurls.com

    I am going to give you a peak into my brain for a moment. The cupcakes above look done to me, but they are not "Pinterest worthy". They need....more.....drama!! So I whipped up some chocolate ganache and drizzled it over the cupcakes. Now they are worthy!

    Baileys Kiss Cupcakes with Baileys Buttercream by cookingwithcurls.com

    Obviously, I have St. Paddy's Day on the brain, so they are adorned with shamrocks, green liners, and flags. These cupcakes are delicious anytime of the year.....so make them.....often. 😉  Okay, why don't I show you how I made them.

    How to make Baileys Kiss Cupcakes:

    Baileys Kiss Cupcakes bowl cookingwithcurls.com

    First you want to whip up the sugar, eggs, and oil in a bowl to make these cupcakes light and airy. Then we add our BAILEYS Irish Cream, Godiva Chocolate Liqueur and whip it up some more. Now let's add the flour, pudding mix, cocoa powder, salt, baking powder and soda to create this yummy batter.....

    Baileys Kiss Cupcakes batter cookingwithcurls.com

    Scoop it into some cupcake liners.....

    Baileys Kiss Cupcakes pan cookingwithcurls.com

    You don't want to overfill them, just about 2/3rd's full is good. I use an ice cream scoop to get them even. Now for the fun part.....

    Baileys Kiss Cupcakes kiss cookingwithcurls.com

    Press an unwrapped HERSHEY'S KISS into the center of the batter. Ingenious right? Now bake them for 18 - 20 minutes.....

    Baileys Kiss Cupcakes baked cookingwithcurls.com

    Notice the slight indentation, that is normal. The ones that I baked without the KISSES were perfectly round on top. Just make sure that when you stick your toothpick into the cupcake to check for doneness, that you don't stick it into the melted chocolate! 😉  Now this is the hard part.....LET THEM COOL completely!

    To make the BAILEYS Buttercream:

    You want to beat the heck out of your butter and shortening to make it light and creamy.....

    Baileys Kiss Cupcakes butter cookingwithcurls.com

    Then slowly add in the powdered sugar, salt, and meringue powder....you don't want to be wearing the powdered sugar. 😉  Gradually add the BAILEYS and continue beating for several minutes until you reach your desired consistency.....

    Baileys Kiss Cupcakes buttercream cookingwithcurls.com

    Try to resist the urge to eat the frosting, or your cupcakes will end up naked!

    Baileys Kiss Cupcakes decorate cookingwithcurls.com

    You can frost them with a knife, or you can fill a zipper bag/decorator bag and use a pretty #2D tip to create bakery style cupcakes.....

    Baileys Kiss Cupcakes with Baileys Buttercream Happy St Patricks Day cookingwithcurls.com

    Ooops, I almost forgot the Chocolate Ganache! Place the chocolate, butter, and cream/coconut milk in a microwave safe bowl.....

    Baileys Kiss Cupcakes ganache cookingwithcurls.com

    Heat on HIGH for 30 seconds, stir, then continue heating and stirring in 15 second intervals until the chocolate is melted and smooth.....

    Baileys Kiss Cupcakes Chocolate Ganache cookingwithcurls.com

    Now drizzle over your cupcakes and eat..... just remember to share them!

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    • Bacardi Pina Colada Rum Cake - this one is a bundt cake but you could easily make cupcakes as well.
    • Margarita Bundt Cake - you can make cupcakes with this recipe as well if you like.

    Enjoy!!

    Baileys Kiss Cupcakes with Baileys Buttercream and Chocolate Ganache cookingwithcurls.com

    BAILEYS Kiss Cupcakes

    Baileys Kiss Cupcakes with Baileys Buttercream and Chocolate Ganache are amazingly delicious any time of year, not just for St. Patrick's Day!!
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: Irish
    Keyword: cupcake, irish, recipe, bailey, cream, godiva, chocolate
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
    Servings: 24 Servings
    Calories: 468kcal
    Author: Lisa Johnson

    Ingredients

    For the Cupcakes

    • 2 cups granulated sugar
    • 4 large eggs
    • .75 cups canola oil
    • .5 cup BAILEY'S Irish Cream*
    • .5 cup water
    • .25 cup Godiva Chocolate Liqueur*
    • 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
    • .75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
    • 3.4 ounce instant chocolate pudding mix
    • 2 teaspoons baking powder
    • .5 teaspoon baking soda
    • 1 tablespoon espresso powder optional
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 24 HERSHEYS KISSES unwrapped

    Bailey's Buttercream

    • .5 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
    • 1 cup shortening
    • 1 Pound powdered sugar
    • .25 teaspoon salt
    • 1 tablespoon meringue powder
    • 2 tablespoons BAILEY'S Irish Cream*

    Chocolate Ganache

    • 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate I used Ghirardelli
    • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
    • 1 tablespoon heavy cream or full fat coconut milk
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    Instructions

    For the Cupcakes

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
    • Beat the sugar, eggs, and oil together until light and fluffy in a large bowl with a mixer, 2 to 3 minutes.
    • Add the BAILEY'S, chocolate liqueur, water and beat to combine.
    • Add the flour, cocoa powder, pudding mix, baking powder, baking soda, espresso powder, and salt. Beat until well incorporated.
    • Scoop batter into cupcakes liners, about 2/3rd's full, and place in muffin tins. I use an ice cream scoop so they are all even.
    • Place an unwrapped HERSHEY'S KISS in the center of each cupcake.
    • Place in the preheated oven and bake for 18 - 20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the "edge" of the cupcake. There is melted chocolate in the center!
    • Remove from oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes. Place on a wire cooling rack and cool completely.

    For the BAILEY'S Buttercream

    • In a large bowl, beat together the butter and shortening until smooth and creamy.
    • Add the powdered sugar, salt, and meringue powder. Slowly stir to combine, then beat together.
    • Add BAILEY's one tablespoon at a time until you reach the desired consistency. Continue beating on low for several minutes to create a light and fluffy frosting.

    For the Chocolate Ganache

    • Place chocolate, butter, and cream in a small microwave safe bowl.
    • Microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds, stir to combine. Continue heating in 15 second intervals until chocolate is melted and smooth.

    To Assemble

    • I used a #2 large decorating tip, which I placed in a small zipper bag with the edge snipped off to frost the cupcakes.
    • Drizzle cupcakes with chocolate ganache or decorate with sprinkles.
    • Store in a covered container for up to three days.

    Notes

    • * To make without alcohol - substitute brewed coffee for the BAILEYS and Godiva. They will now be Mocha Kiss cupcakes, but they will still be delicious.
    • **BAILEYS Irish Cream and Godiva Chocolate Liqueur are registered trademarks of their respective companies. I have no affiliation with either company, and I am not being paid to create or present this recipe.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 468kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 224mg | Potassium: 144mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 44g | Vitamin A: 195IU | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1.5mg
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    Comments

    1. Cindy Eikenberg says

      February 26, 2014 at 6:27 pm

      Lisa, these cupcakes look and sound SO good!!! So much fun to celebrate together! Pinning!

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        February 27, 2014 at 12:35 am

        Thank you Cindy, it's such a fun party! I love all of the different flavors...especially the lemon. 🙂

        Reply
    2. Andi says

      February 26, 2014 at 7:41 pm

      My. Mouth. Is. Drooling. Spittle. Everywhere.

      YUM!!!!!!! And all those other cupcakes in the party! WOW!

      -andi

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        February 27, 2014 at 12:23 am

        LOL, I LOVE it when you stop by Andi...you are so much fun!!

        Reply
    3. Deb@CookingOnTheFrontBurner says

      February 26, 2014 at 10:31 pm

      OMG Lisa - it is really dangerous for me to hop around this late at night - I would love one of these right now or maybe 2! Pinning to my new cupcake board!

      Reply
    4. Marcie says

      February 26, 2014 at 10:51 pm

      These are so pretty, Lisa! You did great making them "dramatic" for the blog. Haha. I'm glad you added alcohol -- they must taste great with baileys!

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        February 27, 2014 at 12:31 am

        Thanks so much Marcie! We do what we have to do for the blog, don't we? 🙂 Seriously, nothing adds as much flavor to cakes as alcohol!!

        Reply
    5. Holly Waterfall says

      February 26, 2014 at 11:41 pm

      i LOVE Baileys... and i love cupcakes. what a perfect match!

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        February 27, 2014 at 12:32 am

        Thank you Holly! 🙂

        Reply
    6. Alice @ Mums Make Lists says

      February 27, 2014 at 12:20 am

      These are amazing - thanks so much for sharing at #EmptyYourArchive. I have pinned - Alice

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        February 27, 2014 at 12:34 am

        Thank you so much Alice! 🙂

        Reply
    7. Zainab @ Blahnik Baker says

      February 27, 2014 at 8:42 am

      These cupcakes are so so pretty!! I am going to make them because that is all I am craving right now. Love the gorgeous dark photos too. Just stunning!!

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        February 27, 2014 at 6:42 pm

        Thank you so much Zainab! Let me know what you think. 🙂

        Reply
    8. Shannon {Cozy Country Living} says

      February 27, 2014 at 9:54 am

      Oh Lisa I would love to get my hands on one of these cupcakes! They look amazing! I love anything with Bailey's and chocolate! Pinned and making soon:)

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        February 27, 2014 at 6:41 pm

        Thank you Shannon, you won't be disappointed! 🙂

        Reply
    9. Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes says

      March 01, 2014 at 2:37 pm

      I would be tempted to eat waaaaay more than I need of these 🙂 I love that extra bit of chocolate on top too!!! They're so festive and perfect for St. Patrick's Day!! Thanks so much for celebrating with me, Lisa!!

      Reply
    10. Lisa | Je suis alimentageuse says

      March 01, 2014 at 8:44 pm

      Love these cupcakes, and the fact that you added a little drama haha. SO MUCH DRAMA.
      Chocolate is so dramatic.

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        March 04, 2014 at 5:56 pm

        Haha, gotta have the drama! Thanks so much Lisa. 🙂

        Reply
    11. Jodee Weiland says

      March 02, 2014 at 7:34 pm

      These cupcakes look great! I love Bailey's...what a delicious idea! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        March 04, 2014 at 6:01 pm

        Thank you so much Jodee. 🙂

        Reply
    12. Beth @ The First Year Blog says

      March 02, 2014 at 9:42 pm

      WOW Lisa! Can you teach me to pipe frosting? I need help!

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        March 04, 2014 at 6:01 pm

        Thanks so much Beth. I selected the best ones for the photos, the rest were lopsided or wonky! 🙂 They I drowned them in chocolate ganache to cover the flaws, lol!!

        Reply
    13. Julie @ This Gal Cooks says

      March 04, 2014 at 9:32 pm

      ZOMG. I want to eat all of the cupcakes. These look good, Lisa!

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        March 05, 2014 at 11:42 pm

        Thank you so much Julie! 🙂

        Reply
    14. Diane Roark says

      March 07, 2014 at 9:31 pm

      What a great collection of cupcakes! I love the St. Patrick's day cupcake. The picture is great and it looks amazing.
      Thanks you so much for stopping by and linking up at Saturday Dishes.
      I pinned these.
      Blessings,
      Diane Roark

      Reply
    15. Diane Balch says

      March 08, 2014 at 2:20 pm

      Cupcakes make me happy. And a little Bailey's and ganache (I love drama) can only help. So glad you tortured me on Foodie Friday with these.

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        March 08, 2014 at 9:58 pm

        My sneaky torture plan is working!! 😉 By the way, I have been trying to comment on your site all week. Google comments and Google profile are not allowing me to comment anymore, and I have no clue how to fix it.

        Reply
    16. Christina says

      April 07, 2014 at 6:12 pm

      These look great!! Will have to try... thanks so much 🙂

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        April 10, 2014 at 10:52 pm

        Thank you Christina. 🙂

        Reply

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