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Date Brownies Stack of fudgy chocolate brownies topped with melted chocolate chips on a white plate with dates on the side.

Date Brownies

These fudgy, chewy Date Brownies are naturally sweetened with dates and packed with wholesome ingredients for a guilt-free treat.
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Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Keyword: date brownies, gluten-free treat, healthy snack, vegan dessert
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Soak Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 229kcal
Cost: $8

Ingredients

  • 250 g dates pitted and soft
  • 180 g hot water for soaking dates
  • 120 g nut or seed butter e.g., peanut or almond, smooth
  • 3-4 drops butter vanilla flavor optional, adds subtle richness
  • 100 g almond flour finely ground, for structure
  • 40 g unsweetened cocoa powder for chocolatey depth
  • 15 g ground chia seeds for binding and texture
  • 100 g dark chocolate 70%, chopped, for folding in

Instructions

  • Place the pitted dates in a bowl and pour the hot water over them. Let them soak for 10 minutes until they soften.
    Medjool dates soaking in water in a white bowl before blending.
  • Preheat the oven to 180°C (360°F) and line an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) pan with parchment paper.
  • Transfer the soaked dates and water into a food processor or blender.
  • Add the nut or seed butter and optional butter vanilla flavor, then blend until smooth, scraping the sides as needed.
    Food processor with soaked dates and peanut butter being prepared to blend for brownie batter.
  • Add almond flour, cocoa powder, and ground chia seeds, pulsing until fully incorporated.
    Brownie ingredients in a food processor before blending, including cocoa powder, nuts, flour, and a chocolate mixture.
  • Fold in the chopped dark chocolate gently with a spatula.
  • Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula
    Chocolate brownie batter being spread in a parchment-lined baking pan using a silicone spatula.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes until set but still slightly soft in the center.
  • Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing into 12 squares.

Notes

These brownies are rich and satisfying, naturally sweet without any added sugar. Perfect for a cozy treat or sharing with friends!

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 229kcal (11%) | Carbohydrates: 26g (9%) | Protein: 6g (12%) | Fat: 14g (22%) | Saturated Fat: 4g (25%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 47mg (2%) | Potassium: 308mg (9%) | Fiber: 6g (25%) | Sugar: 17g (19%) | Vitamin A: 6IU | Calcium: 49mg (5%) | Iron: 2mg (11%)
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