Description

This Deep Dish Cookie Pie is a delightful, wholesome twist on the classic cookie, made with chickpeas or white beans for added protein and fiber. It features a smooth, creamy batter enhanced with oats, natural sweeteners, and chocolate chips, baked to golden perfection in a deep dish pie pan. Perfect for a comforting dessert or a sweet snack, this recipe is both nutritious and indulgent.

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

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch pie pan to prevent sticking during baking.
Prepare Batter: 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 all ingredients until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
Add Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips to the batter, distributing them evenly without over mixing.
Fill Pie Pan: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pie pan, smoothing the surface for an even bake.
Bake: Place the pie pan in the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes. Bake until the edges turn golden and the center is set but remains slightly soft to the touch.
Cool and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before slicing and serving. This helps the pie set further and makes for easier cutting.

Notes

You can substitute chickpeas with white beans based on preference or availability.
For a vegan option, use plant-based yogurt or applesauce and replace honey or other non-vegan sweeteners accordingly.
Nut butter can be almond, peanut, or any preferred variety; oil alternatives include coconut or vegetable oil.
Use quick oats for optimal texture and easier blending.
Chocolate chips can be dark, milk, or dairy-free according to dietary needs.
Ensure the pie pan is well greased to prevent the cookie pie from sticking.
Letting the pie cool sufficiently improves slicing consistency and flavor development.