Sometimes we all need a hit of something chocolate-y and sweet.
But if, like us, you're trying to veer on the more nutritious side of treats, well, then you are going to love these butter-, sugar-, and flour-free brownies as much as we do.
Seriously – they taste so rich and dense, full of intense chocolate flavor and a hint of espresso, you will completely forget they are also actually healthy and good for you.
Ingredients
1 1/2cupsraw walnuts, divided
1cupraw unsalted almonds, roughly chopped
2 - 2 1/2cupsmedjool or deglet noor dates, pitted
3/4cupcocoa powder OR raw cacao if you have it
1-2tspespresso powder or finely ground coffee (depending on preference)
pinchsea salt
Instructions
Place 1 cup walnuts and 1 cup almonds in food processor and process until finely ground.
Add the cocoa powder or cacao, espresso powder and sea salt. Pulse to combine and then transfer to bowl and set aside.
Add the dates to the food processor and process until small bits remain. Remove from bowl and set aside.
Add nut and cocoa mixture back into food processor and while processing, drop small handfuls of the date pieces down into the food processor spout. Process until a dough consistency is achieved, adding more dates if the mixture does not hold together when squeezed in your hand.
Add the brownie mixture to a small parchment lined cake pan or loaf pan and add remaining 1/2 cup roughly roughly chopped walnuts. Toss to combine and evenly distribute, and then press down with you hands until it is flat and firm.
Place in freezer or fridge to chill before cutting. Store in an airtight container to keep fresh. Will keep in the fridge for at least 2 weeks and in the freezer for at least 2 months.
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