No-Bake Brookie Bars (Gluten-Free & Vegan)

1. Line a quarter baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. **For the Brownie Layer:** In a medium bowl, mix together the peanut butter, maple syrup, coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add in the almond flour. Sift the cocoa powder into the bowl, and add a pinch of salt. Mix to incorporate. Fold in chocolate chips. Transfer the brownie batter to your prepared baking sheet and pack it down into a rectangle-ish shape about 1/4-1/2 inch thick. Place in the fridge.
3. **For the Cookie Layer:** In a separate medium bowl, mix the peanut butter, maple syrup, coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add in the almond flour and a pinch of salt - mix to incorporate. Fold in chocolate chips. Gently press this cookie dough layer down onto the chilled brownie layer until evenly distributed.
4. **For the Chocolate Topping:** Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil together in the microwave in 15-second increments, stirring between intervals until glossy. Pour the melted chocolate on top of the cookie dough layer. Add flaky sea salt on top and place the baking sheet in the freezer to set for about 30 minutes or until the chocolate has hardened.
5. Once set, slice into bars and enjoy!