This veganized rendition of the epitomical Girl Scout cookie has a sweet secret: its base is a brownie recipe.



Makes 18 to 24 cookies

For the cookies: 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for flouring surfaces 1/4 cup whole-wheat flour 1/4 cup rice flour 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 cup vegan margarine 1/2 teaspoon applesauce 5 tablespoons almond milk 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract