Description
These No-Bake Superfood Brownies are a wholesome, delicious treat made with natural ingredients like dates, walnuts, and cacao powder. Packed with antioxidants and fiber, these brownies require no baking and come together quickly in a food processor, making them perfect for a healthy snack or dessert that’s both nutrient-dense and indulgent.
Ingredients
Scale
Brownie Base
- 1 cup dates, pitted
- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 1/4 cup cacao powder
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey
Instructions
- Process Dates and Walnuts: In a food processor, pulse the pitted dates and walnuts until they are finely chopped to form the base of the brownies.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Add the cacao powder, chia seeds, vanilla extract, almond butter, and honey to the food processor. Process everything together until a sticky, well-combined dough forms.
- Form the Brownie Base: Line a baking pan with parchment paper and press the sticky dough mixture evenly into the pan, smoothing out the surface with your hands or a spatula.
- Chill to Set: Place the pan in the refrigerator and chill for 1 to 2 hours to allow the brownies to firm up and hold their shape.
- Slice and Serve: Once firm, remove from the refrigerator and cut into squares. Serve immediately and enjoy your nutritious no-bake superfood brownies.
Notes
- For a nut-free option, substitute walnuts and almond butter with sunflower seed butter and pumpkin seeds.
- Store the brownies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- You can also freeze these brownies for up to one month for longer storage.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey according to your taste preferences.
