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No Bake Cosmic Brownie Cups Recipe
Ben Carraoli

No Bake Cosmic Brownie Cups Recipe

I recently made these No Bake Cosmic Brownie Cups, and honestly they reminded me of the colorful cosmic brownies I loved as a kid. The best part is that they require no baking at all, which makes them super quick and stress-free to prepare.
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Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/3 cup flax meal
  • 1/3 cup runny almond butter
  • 3/4 cup Medjool dates
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/3 cup dairy-free milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/8 cup maple syrup
  • 3/4 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil
  • Sprinkles for topping

Method
 

  1. Start by adding almond flour, flax meal, almond butter, Medjool dates, cocoa powder, dairy-free milk, vanilla extract, and maple syrup into a food processor. Blend everything until the mixture becomes thick and sticky like brownie dough. The dates help create a naturally sweet and fudgy texture.
  2. Line a muffin tray with parchment paper liners. Scoop the brownie mixture evenly into each liner and press it down gently so it forms a compact base. Make sure the tops are smooth and slightly flattened to hold the chocolate topping.
  3. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and coconut oil. Heat in short intervals, stirring in between until the chocolate melts into a smooth and shiny mixture. This creates a glossy topping similar to classic cosmic brownies.
  4. Pour or spoon the melted chocolate over each brownie cup, spreading it gently to cover the surface. Immediately sprinkle colorful candy sprinkles on top while the chocolate is still warm so they stick well.
  5. Place the muffin tray in the freezer and allow the brownie cups to set for about an hour. Once the chocolate topping is firm and the base is chilled, they are ready to enjoy.
  6. When you take them out of the freezer, let them sit for a few minutes before eating. This allows the brownie layer to soften slightly and develop that rich, fudgy texture.

Notes

  • I recommend using soft Medjool dates because they blend more easily and create a smoother texture.
  • If the mixture feels too thick, I add a small splash of dairy-free milk to help it blend.
  • I like pressing the brownie mixture firmly into the muffin liners so the cups hold their shape better.
  • For a smoother chocolate topping, I always melt the chocolate slowly and stir often.
  • I sometimes add extra sprinkles right before serving to make them look more colorful and fun.