Gluten-Free, Vegan, Serves 12
For the Brownie Cookie Base:
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For French Silk Pie Molten Center:
- 14 oz can full-fat coconut milk, chilled in the fridge overnight
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
Open the chilled can of coconut milk without shaking it. Scoop out the thick coconut cream that has risen to the top and place it in a mixing bowl. Reserve the liquid for other uses. Add cocoa powder, pure maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the coconut cream. Use an electric mixer to whip the mixture until smooth and creamy. Start on low speed and gradually increase to high speed. Once the molten center is well whipped, transfer it into a silicone ice cube tray or small silicone molds. Freeze for at least 2 hours, or until solid.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, cocoa powder, pure maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until a dough forms. Take a portion of the cookie dough and flatten it into a disc in the palm of your hand. Place a frozen French Silk Pie molten center in the middle of the dough disc. Fold the edges of the dough over the center, sealing it completely. Roll the filled dough between your hands to form a ball. Place the ball on the prepared baking sheet and flatten it slightly with your fingers to create a cookie shape.
Repeat this process with the remaining dough and frozen centers. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are set. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, the centers will be soft and gooey, creating a molten lava cake-like experience. Serve the delicious and innovative Brownie Cookies with Pre-Frozen French Silk Pie Molten Center for a delightful surprise that’s both indulgent and healthy!