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Raw Chocolate Brownies


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  • Author: Vanessa Vickery
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 12 1x
  • Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free

Description

Rich, decadent brownies made without baking!
Topped with a luscious ganache, these are perfect for a sweet treat.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups (355 ml) pecans
  • 16 medjool dates
  • 1/3 cups (79 ml) cacao powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla paste
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • 1/2 cups (118 ml) cacao butter
  • 1/2 cups (118 ml) coconut cream
  • 1/3 cups (79 ml) rice malt syrup
  • 1/3 cups (79 ml) cacao powder
  • 16-20 pecans

Instructions

  1. Process pecans in a blender or food processor until they resemble fine crumbs. Add the cacao powder, vanilla, and sea salt and process until well combined. Add the dates and process until a sticky dough is formed.
  2. Spoon the mixture into a lined square baking tin and smooth with the back of a spoon.
  3. Place in the refrigerator to set for a minimum of 2 hours.
  4. For the ganache:
  5. Add the cacao butter, coconut cream, and rice malt syrup in a small glass/heatproof bowl and place over a saucepan of simmering water, ensuring the bottom of the bowl is not touching the water. Stir until the cacao butter is melted.
  6. Add the cacao powder and whisk until well combined.
  7. Let cool for 5-10 minutes before placing in the refrigerator to thicken. Refrigerate for 60 minutes for slightly thickened ganache or 4 hours for a very thick ganache.
  8. Slice the brownies into squares and spread the ganache on top.
  9. Top with pecans (optional) and serve.
  10. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use high-quality dark chocolate cacao powder.
  • If the dough is too sticky, chill it for 15-20 minutes before pressing into the tin.
  • To make these vegan, ensure your cacao butter and coconut cream are both dairy-free.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 brownie
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 20
  • Sodium: 20
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 8
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10
  • Carbohydrates: 25
  • Fiber: 5
  • Protein: 4