Description
This Deep Dish Cookie Pie is a wholesome, delightful treat that combines the richness of a cookie with the texture of a pie, made using chickpeas or white beans for added protein and fiber. Perfectly sweetened and studded with chocolate chips, this dessert is both nutritious and indulgent, baked to golden perfection in a springform or round pan.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups chickpeas or white beans (rinsed and drained)
- ¾ cup quick oats or almond flour
- ¼ cup applesauce, yogurt, or pumpkin
- ¼ cup oil or nut butter of choice
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup sweetener of choice (maple syrup, coconut sugar, etc.)
Add-ins
- ½ to ¾ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 10-inch springform pan or two 8-inch round pans to ensure the cookie pie does not stick during baking.
- Blend Ingredients: In a food processor, combine all ingredients except the chocolate chips. Blend until the batter is smooth and well combined, ensuring a creamy consistency without any lumps.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Remove the mixture from the processor and stir in the chocolate chips by hand, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan(s), spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is set, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cookie pie cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before removing it carefully. For the best texture and flavor, allow it to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can customize the recipe by using different nut butters or sweeteners based on your preference and dietary needs.
- If you prefer a firmer texture, opt for almond flour instead of oats for a denser crust.
- Allowing the cookie pie to cool fully improves sliceability and flavor development.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- For a dairy-free version, use pumpkin or applesauce instead of yogurt and dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
