Healthy No-Bake Brownies with Rich Chocolate Flavor
Rich, chewy no-bake brownies made with dates, cocoa, and almonds. A quick and healthy chocolate fix—no oven needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (with chilling)
- Yield: 16 squares 1x
Ingredients
2 cups Medjool dates, pitted
1 cup raw almonds (or walnuts)
½ cup rolled oats
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ tsp salt
Optional Toppings:
100g melted dark chocolate
Chopped walnuts or sea salt
Instructions
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If dates are dry, soak in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain.
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In a food processor, pulse almonds and oats until finely ground.
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Add cocoa powder and salt, pulse to combine.
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Add dates and vanilla. Process until a sticky dough forms.
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Press mixture firmly into a parchment-lined 8×8-inch pan.
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Pour melted chocolate over the top, if using. Add toppings.
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Chill for 1 hour, then slice into squares.
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Store in fridge for up to 7 days.
Notes
Use toasted nuts for more flavor. Make nut-free with seeds. Freeze for long-term storage.