Description
These No-Bake Superfood Brownies are a wholesome and delicious treat made with nutrient-dense ingredients like dates, walnuts, cacao powder, chia seeds, and almond butter. Perfect for a quick healthy snack or dessert, they require no baking and come together effortlessly in just 10 minutes, then chill to set. Sweetened naturally with honey, these brownies deliver fiber, protein, and antioxidants in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup dates, pitted
- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 1/4 cup cacao powder
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Wet Ingredients
- 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 and combined, forming a crumbly mixture to serve as the base of your brownies.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Add the cacao powder, chia seeds, vanilla extract, almond butter, and honey to the food processor. Continue processing until all ingredients come together into a sticky, cohesive dough.
- Press into Pan: Line a baking pan with parchment paper, then press the brownie mixture evenly into the pan using your hands or the back of a spatula to create a smooth surface.
- Refrigerate to Set: Place the pan in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours, allowing the brownies to firm up for easy slicing.
- Slice and Serve: Once set, remove from the fridge, slice into 12 squares, and enjoy your nutritious no-bake superfood brownies.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- For a vegan version, replace honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- You can substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds if preferred.
- For an extra boost, sprinkle some shredded coconut or dark chocolate chips on top before chilling.
- If you want a firmer texture, freeze the brownies for 30 minutes before slicing.
