No Bake Brownies, GF

By MaryEllen

These rich no bake brownies are made with just 3 ingredients. Chocolate cookie crumbs may seem ordinary, but they can do some amazing things!

Ingredients

• 8 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
• 3 cups (about 15 ounces) finely ground crispy chocolate gluten free cookie crumbs (such as Joe Joe's, crushed with the filling intact)
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (optional)
• 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
• 10 ounces sweetened condensed milk

Preparation

Step 1

Line a quarter sheet pan (9 x 13-inch rimmed baking sheet) with unbleached parchment paper or greased aluminum foil, and set it aside. Place the chopped chocolate in a small, heat-safe bowl and melt it either in the microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring in between, or above a simmering pot of boiling water. Set the melted chocolate aside to cool briefly.

In a large bowl, place the finely ground cookie crumbs, optional salt, and optional chocolate chips, and mix to combine. Create a well in the center of the cookie crumbs, pour in the sweetened condensed milk and melted chocolate, and mix to combine. The mixture will be very thick, more like dough.

Working quickly, turn the dough out onto the prepared baking sheet and, with very wet hands, press it into an even layer. It may require a bit of muscle. Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator until set (about 30 minutes). Remove from the pan and slice into 15 equal squares. Store any leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator (or the freezer for longer storage).


Cook's notes:
reserve some of the chocolate chips and press into the top of the prepared dough before chilling.