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No Bake Cosmic Brownie Cups Recipe

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5 from 64 reviews
  • Author: Simon
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 brownie cups 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

These No Bake Cosmic Brownie Cups are a delicious, easy-to-make treat combining wholesome ingredients like almond flour, flax meal, and medjool dates. Perfectly sweetened and topped with a rich dairy-free chocolate layer and festive sprinkles, they make a healthy indulgence that requires no baking. Ideal for a quick snack or dessert, these vegan, gluten-free brownie cups set in the freezer and deliver a fudgy, cosmic delight in every bite.

Ingredients

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Base Layer

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/3 cup flax meal
  • 1/3 cup runny almond butter
  • 3/4 cup medjool dates (pitted)
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/3 cup dairy-free milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/8 cup maple syrup

Topping

  • 3/4 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil
  • Sprinkles for topping

Optional Chocolate Frosting

  • 8 ounces vegan cream cheese (such as Kite Hill)
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the base dough: Combine the almond flour, flax meal, runny almond butter, medjool dates, cocoa powder, dairy-free milk, vanilla extract, and maple syrup in a food processor. Blend until a thick, cohesive dough forms, scraping down the sides as necessary to fully incorporate all ingredients.
  2. Form the brownie cups: Line a muffin tray with parchment paper muffin cups or liners. Press the dough evenly into each cup to form the base layer, ensuring it’s firmly packed for stability.
  3. Make the chocolate topping: Gently melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil together until smooth and pourable. Spoon or pour this melted chocolate evenly over the tops of the brownie bases in each muffin cup.
  4. Add sprinkles and freeze: Sprinkle your chosen colorful sprinkles atop the chocolate layer for a fun cosmic effect. Place the filled muffin tray into the freezer and let the brownie cups set solid for at least one hour.
  5. Serve and store: Remove from the freezer and allow the brownie cups to thaw slightly for a few minutes before serving to soften. Store any leftovers in the freezer in an airtight container to maintain freshness and texture.
  6. Optional frosting: For a creamy chocolate frosting, blend vegan cream cheese, maple syrup, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract in a food processor until smooth. Spread on the brownie cups after they have set for an extra decadent topping.

Notes

  • Use medjool dates for natural sweetness and a sticky texture that helps bind the dough.
  • Ensure the almond butter is runny for easier mixing; a short warm-up in the microwave can help if it’s too stiff.
  • Dairy-free milk options like almond or oat milk work best to keep the recipe vegan.
  • Store the brownie cups in the freezer to keep them firm and fresh; thaw briefly before eating.
  • The optional frosting adds richness but is completely optional for a lighter treat.
  • These brownie cups are naturally gluten-free and vegan, making them suitable for various dietary preferences.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: no bake, brownie cups, vegan dessert, gluten free, healthy brownies, almond flour, chocolate cups, dairy free chocolate, quick dessert

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