Deep Dish Cookie Pie
A comforting and easy-to-make dessert that combines the familiar flavors of cookies in a shareable deep dish format, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the base
- 2 cans white beans or garbanzo beans (500g total, once drained) Adds moisture and protein
- 1 cup quick oats or almond flour Provides texture and structure
- 1/4 cup applesauce or yogurt Contributes moisture and sweetness
- 3 tbsp oil or nut butter Adds richness and enables binding
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract Enhances flavor
- 2 tsp baking powder Helps with leavening
- 1/2 tsp baking soda Adds leavening power
- 1/2 tsp salt Balances sweetness
- 1 1/2 cups brown sugar or unrefined sugar Provides sweetness and moisture
- 1 cup chocolate chips Adds richness and sweetness
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by draining and rinsing the white beans or garbanzo beans thoroughly.
- Transfer the beans to your mixing bowl.
- Add the quick oats or almond flour to the beans and stir gently.
- Incorporate the applesauce or yogurt into the mixture.
- Add the oil or nut butter and stir until fully integrated.
- Pour in the pure vanilla extract and mix well.
- Sprinkle in the baking powder and baking soda, and stir until combined.
- Add the salt and mix completely.
- Gradually mix in the brown sugar until evenly distributed.
- Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
- Transfer the mixture into your baking dish, and smooth the top.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container. This pie can be served warm or cold and can be reheated in the microwave for a soft, chewy texture.