What is a pizookie you may be wondering?
Though I probably could have guessed by the title, my husband was the one to enlighten me.
Apparently, some wise person had the culinary fortitude to combine two of America’s favorite treats: pizza and cookies. This is pizza only to the extent that the size of this cookie is about five times larger than a regular cookie.
Some years back, my husband and one of his old college wrestling buddies went to a popular restaurant here in Tucson where he partook of his first pizookie. He’s been smitten ever since, so I wanted to recreate the popular dessert for him.
I’ve been working on this recipe for quite a while, ending up with many crumbly failures, but I recently found the perfect combination of ingredients that will have you wondering how in the world this is healthy…(er). 🙂
Healthy Chocolate Chip Pizookie (Vegan, GF)
Ingredients
- 6 T. oats ground into flour
- 2 T. buckwheat flour
- 2 T. coconut sugar you can also use brown sugar
- 2 T. maple syrup
- 2 T. coconut oil
- 1/4 t. sea salt
- 1/4 t. baking soda
- 1/8 t. cinnamon
- 1/2-1 t. water just enough to bring the ingredients together
- 2 T. chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Oil a small cast iron skillet (about 6-7 inches in diameter). You can also use a small pie pan or ramekin.
- Mix all of the ingredients together until well combined.
- Scrape the batter into the oiled skillet.
- Bake 11-14 minutes, until the top doesn't appear glossy and the edges are slightly browned.
- Let cool for at least 10 minutes (this allows it to set, so don't move it).
- Cut and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Crispy edges along with a chewy, chocolat-y center make this incredible (think Toll House)!
We all enjoyed this with a dollop of whipped coconut cream, but it you’re feeling really indulgent, I bet a scoop of dairy-free vanilla ice cream would be delicious too!
My husband declared this to be better than his collegiate treat, which made me ecstatic!
Have you ever had a pizookie?
Melinda says
is it 6T oats before or after being ground into flour? how many tablespoons flour should be used?
thanks so much!!!
Lauren says
Hi Melinda,
The measurement is before grinding…I would use just a little less than that for flour (sorry, I’m not sure on the exact amount). 🙂
Kathleen says
Really great!
Lauren says
Yay, I’m happy you enjoyed it Kathleen! 🙂
Kathleen says
Also what is your recipe for cocoanut whipped cream or ice cream? I’ve had food allergies since I was 26(now 67). I love having so many blogging chefs!
Kathleen says
What if you use half almond and half rice or all almond?
Lauren says
You could try it! Again, be sure to let it set for 10-20 minutes to help it stay together. I don’t have a coconut whipped cream recipe, but I have a couple of ice creams. If you just enter ‘ice cream’ in my search bar in the upper right corner, they should come up. I can send you links if you’d prefer once I’m in front of my computer. Just let me know!
Kathleen says
Will this come out of the pan before serving as a whole piece and can you use rice flour?
Lauren says
If you let it cool/set for a bit (10-20 minutes?), it will come out smoothly. Subbing rice flour will make it much more crumbly, but I bet it would still taste good!
Janessa says
Could I use regular white sugar instead coconut sugar? Also can I use honey instead of maple syrup? Thanks! Looks amazingly GOOD!!
Lauren says
Yes, I think both of those would work fine! 🙂
amber says
Ha ha. I’ve never heard of pizookie! But I love it. I remember you sharing a little teaser on FB. I’ve been curious about it since. This looks just lovely. You’re so creative Lauren!!
jodye @ whole pure recipes says
This looks great, Lauren! I love using oat flour for the nutty flavor it lends, and paired with the chocolate and maple syrup… this sounds like breakfast tomorrow!
Laura | My Little Gourmet says
Pizookie…I love it! I could start a new craze in Germany! 🙂
Lauren says
Lol, do it Laura! I think Arik would love it too! 🙂
Lisa says
Looks yummy 😉
Lauren says
Thanks girl! Andy and Liam would love this. 😀
Matt @ The Athlete's Plate says
Ummm…
Drool.
LjgEnthusiast says
I am drooling!!!!!!! You are AMAZING girl! 😉
Lauren says
Lol, go on…. 🙂
Susan says
Lauren, I might just love you forever, now. I LOVE pizookies, and I know exactly where you got the idea, because that’s our favorite restaurant when we’re at home. For my snacks I couldn’t have the ice-cream component, but I am excited to have a recipe for the cookie part. 😀 Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!
Lauren says
Yay Susan! Thank YOU, and I hope you enjoy it! 😀
Rena says
yum, yum and yum!!!
Sue says
Can I substitute white whole wheat flour in place of the oats and buckwheat flour?
Kay says
any grain free substitions?
thanks so much 🙂
Lauren says
Hi Kay,
You may be able to use almond flour in place of the oats, and buckwheat is actually ‘grain-free’ as it is a seed!
Amanda says
Just pinned this to make later! I love the simplicity of the ingredients and that you opted for maple syrup and coconut sugar as sweeteners. 🙂
Lauren says
Thanks girl! I hope you enjoy it! 😀
Mary Frances @ The Sweet Tooth Life says
I’m so glad this is bean less (just because it didn’t go over as well last time). Also love that’s its made in the skillet – easy healthy comfort food!
Dawn Shelton says
OH!!!! that looks yummy! can i replace buckwheat flour w/ regular or whole wheat? what about coconut flour? thanks!
Lauren says
Hi Dawn,
You can replace it with whole wheat, but NOT coconut! Coconut flour is weirdly absorbent and doesn’t substitute well. 🙁