Raw Chocolate Brownies Recipe
These raw chocolate brownies are a decadent, healthy treat made with simple, whole-food ingredients like walnuts, medjool dates, and cocoa powder. Featuring a rich, fudgy texture and a smooth chocolate topping, these brownies require no baking and are perfect for a quick, nutritious dessert or snack that satisfies chocolate cravings while keeping it clean and natural.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 16 small brownies or 24 mini bites 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Raw, Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Base Mixture
- 2 cups raw unsalted walnuts
- 2 cups packed pitted medjool dates
- 1/3 cup walnuts (optional, for walnut chunks)
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Chocolate Topping
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions
- Prepare Pan: Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make removal easier. Alternatively, you can use a mini silicone muffin pan for bite-sized brownies.
- Make the Dough: In a food processor, pulse the 2 cups of walnuts, 2 cups pitted medjool dates, 1/2 cup cocoa powder, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until a sticky dough forms. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure even mixing. If you want walnut chunks, add the optional 1/3 cup walnuts and pulse a few more times just to incorporate them without grinding them too finely.
- Press into Pan: Firmly press the mixture into the prepared pan, smoothing the surface evenly using your hands or a spatula. If using a mini muffin pan, fill each well and flatten the tops with a spoon.
- Prepare Chocolate Topping: Melt the coconut oil together with cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and maple syrup in the microwave or over a double boiler until completely smooth and combined.
- Add Topping: Pour the melted chocolate mixture evenly over the pressed brownie base and spread it out with a spatula.
- Chill to Set: Place the pan in the refrigerator or freezer for at least 1 hour to allow the brownies to firm up and the topping to set.
- Serve and Store: Remove the brownies from the pan, slice into squares, or pop bite-sized pieces from the muffin pan. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Notes
- You can customize the amount of walnuts to your liking, adding more or less for chunkiness.
- Make sure to use medjool dates as they are softer and sweeter, perfect for binding the dough.
- Use raw, unsalted walnuts for the best flavor and texture.
- For a nut-free version, consider substituting walnuts with seeds like pumpkin or sunflower, but texture and flavor will vary.
- Keep brownies refrigerated or frozen as they contain no preservatives and coconut oil hardens at cooler temperatures.
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