Description
This Deep Dish Cookie Pie is a wholesome and delicious dessert that combines wholesome ingredients like chickpeas, oats, and nut butter to create a soft, creamy, and chocolate-chip-studded treat. Perfect for sharing, this recipe offers a healthier twist on classic cookie pies, using pantry staples and natural sweeteners for a guilt-free indulgence.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cans chickpeas or white beans (drained & rinsed)
- 1 cup quick oats
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup applesauce or yogurt
- 1/4 cup nut butter or oil
- 1/2 cup brown sugar or sweetener
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch pie pan to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the cookie pie.
- Blend Ingredients: In a food processor or blender, combine the drained chickpeas (or white beans), quick oats, baking soda, vanilla extract, applesauce (or yogurt), nut butter (or oil), and brown sugar (or sweetener). Blend the mixture until it becomes smooth and creamy with no lumps.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the chocolate chips into the batter, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout without overmixing.
- Spread in Pie Pan: Transfer and spread the batter evenly in the prepared pie pan, smoothing the top for uniform baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookie pie for 30 to 35 minutes until the edges turn golden and the center is set but still has a slight softness to maintain gooeyness.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookie pie to cool slightly in the pan before slicing and serving to let it firm up a bit for cleaner slices.
Notes
- You can substitute chickpeas with white beans depending on preference or availability.
- For a vegan option, use applesauce and a plant-based nut butter or oil.
- Use your favorite sweetener or brown sugar to control sweetness levels.
- Letting the pie cool is important to achieve the right texture for slicing.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.
