Gluten-free cookies for back to school

McCormick Kitchens sent me this awesome recipe that according to Mary Beth Harrington of the McCormick Kitchens “These recipes are so good, guests won’t believe they’re gluten-free.”

This weekend is Labor Day and the end of summer marks the beginning of busy back-to-school season. From PTA meetings and fundraisers to team parties, there are lots of gatherings that require baked goods. To make sure everyone who attends can enjoy the treats, try the gluten-free “Brookie” (recipe below). It’s a creative combination of two favorites: half chocolate chip cookie and half brownie.

All McCormick Kitchens extracts are gluten-free ““ so feel free to add a splash of raspberry, peppermint, or orange extract to the batter.

Wishing everyone a happy end-of-summer…enjoy the time because before you know it, the High Holy Days and fall holidays will be here.. Watch for yummy recipes in the next few weeks.

Gluten-free Brookies

Brownie batter:

2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup sorghum flour
2 tablespoons tapioca flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup (2 sticks) butter
4 eggs
1 tablespoon McCormick Pure Vanilla Extract

Cookie dough:

1 3/4 cups cornstarch
1 1/2 cups sorghum flour
1/4 cup tapioca flour
1 1/2 teaspoons xanthan gum
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/3 cups butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
3 eggs
4 teaspoons McCormick Pure Vanilla Extract
1 package (12 ounces) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. For the brownie batter, mix granulated sugar and cocoa powder in large bowl. Set aside. Mix cornstarch, sorghum flour, tapioca flour, baking powder, xanthan gum, and salt in medium bowl. Set aside. Microwave butter in large microwavable bowl on high for 2 minutes or until melted. Stir in cocoa mixture until well blended. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well. Gradually stir in flour mixture until well blended. Set aside.

For the cookie dough, mix cornstarch, sorghum flour, tapioca flour, xanthan gum, baking soda, and salt in medium bowl. Set aside. Beat butter and sugars in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well. Gradually beat in flour mixture on low speed until well mixed. Stir in chocolate chips.

Drop brownie batter by scant tablespoons about 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Top each with a rounded tablespoon of cookie dough, placing it slightly to the side of instead of directly on top of the brownie.

Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until cookie is lightly browned and brownie is set. Cool on baking sheets 1 minute. Remove to wire racks; cool completely.

Makes 5 dozen.

Read labels of all recipe ingredients to ensure all are gluten-free.

Flavor Variations: Substitute any of the following flavor extracts for the vanilla extract in the Brownie Batter. Prepare Cookie Dough as directed.

Gluten-Free Raspberry Brookies: 1 tablespoon McCormickÂ® Raspberry Extract

Gluten-Free Peppermint Brookies: 1/2 teaspoon McCormickÂ® Pure Peppermint Extract

Gluten-Free Orange Brookies: 1/2 teaspoon McCormickÂ® Pure Orange Extract

Gluten-Free Almond Brookies: 1/2 teaspoon McCormickÂ® Pure Almond Extract

For these recipes and more delicious gluten-free baking ideas, visit McCormick.com, Pinterest.com/McCormickSpice orFacebook.com/McCormickSpice.