Indulge in the rich chocolatey goodness of these no-bake healthy brownies without any guilt. Made with wholesome ingredients, these brownies are perfect for a quick dessert or snack. They are vegan, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free. Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Ingredients
- 1 cup almonds
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Directions
- In a food processor, blend the almonds until they form a fine meal.
- Add the pitted dates to the food processor and blend until a sticky mixture is formed.
- Add the cocoa powder, almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt to the mixture. Blend until well combined and the mixture starts to come together.
- If using dark chocolate chips, stir them into the mixture.
- Line a square baking dish with parchment paper and press the brownie mixture evenly into the dish.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up.
- Once set, remove the brownies from the dish and cut into squares.
- Serve and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
In addition to being a delicious treat, these no-bake brownies are packed with nutrition from wholesome ingredients like almonds and dates.
The almond butter provides healthy fats and adds a creamy texture to the brownies.
Maple syrup not only adds sweetness but also provides essential minerals like manganese and zinc.
These brownies are a great option for those following a vegan or gluten-free diet.