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Fudgy No-Bake Vegan Date Brownies

A stack of four fudgy date brownies dusted generously with cocoa powder on a white plate.
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Make these rich, fudgy brownies using Medjool dates for natural sweetness. This recipe is easy, requires no baking, and fits well into a plant-based diet.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
  • 1 cup raw walnuts or almonds
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder (for dusting/frosting)

Instructions

  1. Place the pitted dates in a food processor and process until they form a sticky paste. Scrape down the sides as needed.
  2. Add the walnuts or almonds to the food processor. Pulse until the nuts are finely ground but still have some texture. Do not over-process into butter.
  3. Add the 1/2 cup cocoa powder, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and salt to the mixture. Process until everything is well combined and forms a thick, fudgy dough.
  4. Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
  5. Press the brownie mixture evenly into the prepared pan. Use your fingers or the back of a spoon to flatten the top.
  6. Place the pan in the freezer for at least 1 hour to firm up.
  7. Once firm, lift the brownies out using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into squares.
  8. For a cocoa dusting, sift the extra 1/4 cup of cocoa powder over the top before slicing.

Notes

  • If your dates are not soft, soak them in hot water for 10 minutes, then drain them well before using.
  • You can substitute almond flour for the nuts if you prefer a smoother texture, but the nuts add healthy fat and chewiness.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.

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