1tablespoondairy free chocolate chipsplus more for topping if desired, I used a combination of mini chips and chunks
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
Add flour, cocoa powder, and ¼ teaspoon sea salt. Stir to combine.
Stir in the chocolate chips.
Transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheet and form into a cookie shape. Top with the remaining salt and more chocolate chips if desired.
Bake for 9 minutes, then allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before enjoying.
Notes
Tips for customizing your chocolate brownie cookie
Add a pinch of cinnamon, chili powder, or cayenne pepper for extra flavor
Bake into two smaller cookies (reduce cooking time), and make a sandwich cookie by spreading one side with peanut butter, frosting, or ice cream, then topping with the other cookie
Use a 1:1 gluten free flour blend to make this gluten free
Add 1 teaspoon finely chopped walnuts with the chocolate chips
Add ¼ teaspoon baking powder for a more cake like cookie