Description
These No Bake Superfood Brownies are a delicious and nutritious treat made with wholesome ingredients like Medjool dates, almonds, and chia seeds. They are perfect for anyone looking for a healthy, gluten-free, and naturally sweetened dessert that requires no baking. Easy to prepare and packed with superfoods, these brownies offer a fudgy texture and rich flavor without any guilt.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup pitted Medjool dates
- 1 cup raw almonds (or any preferred nuts)
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup almond butter (or any nut butter of choice)
- ¼ cup chia seeds
- ¼ cup shredded coconut (unsweetened)
- ¼ cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Soften Dates: Soak the pitted Medjool dates in warm water for 10 minutes if they are firm, then drain thoroughly to prepare them for blending.
- Chop Nuts: Pulse the raw almonds in a food processor until they are finely chopped but not turned into flour, providing a nice texture for the brownies.
- Add Dates: Add the softened dates to the chopped almonds in the food processor and blend until the mixture is well combined and starts to stick together.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the unsweetened cocoa powder, chia seeds, shredded coconut, and a pinch of sea salt, mixing them well to evenly distribute.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, stir together the almond butter, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract until smooth and homogenous.
- Combine All Mixtures: Add the dry mixture to the food processor with the almond and date blend, then pour in the wet mixture. Blend everything together until the mixture is fully incorporated and sticky enough to hold shape.
- Press into Pan: Line an 8×8-inch dish with parchment paper and firmly press the brownie mixture evenly into the pan to create a solid base.
- Chill to Set: Refrigerate the pan for at least 1 hour, allowing the brownies to firm up for easy slicing and serving.
- Slice and Serve: Remove from the refrigerator, cut into desired squares or rectangles, and enjoy your no bake superfood brownies.
Notes
- Soaking the dates softens them and makes blending easier, especially if they are dry or firm.
- You can substitute almonds with other nuts like walnuts or pecans based on your preference.
- For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Store these brownies in the refrigerator to keep them firm—they can last up to one week refrigerated.
- These brownies are naturally gluten-free and free from refined sugars.
- If mixture is too sticky, add a bit more shredded coconut or chia seeds to help firm it up.
