Gluten-Free Vegan Gingerbread Millionaires Shortbread
Gluten-Free Vegan Gingerbread Millionaires Shortbread is a delightful holiday treat that layers spiced gingerbread, creamy caramel, and rich chocolate. Each bite offers a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will impress your guests or satisfy your sweet cravings. This easy recipe ensures success in the kitchen, whether you’re an experienced baker or a novice. Indulge in this festive dessert that’s sure to become a seasonal favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup melted coconut oil
- 1 cup Medjool dates (pitted)
- ½ cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup dairy-free dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine gluten-free flour, ginger, cinnamon, and brown sugar. Stir in melted coconut oil until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan and bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool.
- Blend Medjool dates and coconut milk in a food processor until smooth to create caramel.
- Spread the caramel layer over the cooled gingerbread base.
- Melt dairy-free dark chocolate chips and pour over the caramel layer. Spread evenly and refrigerate for about an hour before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (45g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Substitute coconut oil with vegan butter for creaminess or add a pinch of nutmeg for extra flavor. - Enhance texture by topping with crushed nuts or coconut flakes before adding the chocolate layer.