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No Bake Superfood Brownies Recipe

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These No Bake Superfood Brownies are packed with nutrient-dense ingredients such as dates, nuts, chia seeds, and cacao powder. They offer a deliciously rich and chewy texture without the need for baking. Topped with melted dark chocolate and garnished with nuts and dried berries, these bars are a perfect healthy treat for any time of day.

Ingredients

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For the Bars:

  • 1 cup (173g) packed pitted Medjool dates
  • ¼ cup (28g) raw walnuts
  • ¼ cup (28g) raw pecans halves
  • ½ cup (28g) shelled pistachios, divided
  • ¼ cup (21g) unsweetened finely shredded coconut
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cacao powder (or cocoa powder)
  • 1 tablespoon melted virgin coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ cup (30g) dried cranberries (or dried cherries or goji berries)
  • 1 tablespoon warm water, if necessary

For the Topping:

  • 2 ounces dark chocolate bar (vegan, if desired)

To Garnish:

  • 1 tablespoon shelled chopped pistachios
  • 1 tablespoon dried cranberries, cherries or goji berries
  • 1 tablespoon chopped pecans
  • Maldon sea salt, for sprinkling on top

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Nut and Date Mixture: Add dates, walnuts, pecans, and only ¼ cup of the pistachios to the bowl of a food processor. Process until the mixture becomes chunky, creating a coarse base for the brownies.
  2. Add Dry and Binding Ingredients: Next, add the unsweetened shredded coconut, chia seeds, cacao powder, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract to the processed nut mixture. Process again until the mixture turns chunky and begins to clump together. If the mixture feels dry, add 1-2 tablespoons of warm water to help it bind.
  3. Incorporate Remaining Pistachios and Dried Berries: Add the remaining ¼ cup of pistachios and dried cranberries to the processor and pulse a few times just until the pistachios remain slightly chunky and evenly distributed through the mixture.
  4. Form the Brownie Base: Transfer the mixture into an 8×4 inch loaf pan lined with parchment paper. Press it evenly and firmly towards the sides and bottom of the pan to create an even layer.
  5. Melt the Dark Chocolate: Place the dark chocolate in a small saucepan over low heat and gently melt, stirring until smooth. Alternatively, microwave the chocolate in 30-second increments, stirring between each until fully melted.
  6. Coat the Brownies with Chocolate: Pour the melted dark chocolate over the nut and date base, tilting the pan to ensure an even coating across the top of the bars.
  7. Garnish: Sprinkle the top evenly with 1 tablespoon each of chopped pistachios, dried cranberries, and chopped pecans. Add a light sprinkling of Maldon sea salt for an enhanced flavor contrast.
  8. Chill to Set: Place the pan in the freezer for 20-45 minutes to allow the chocolate topping to harden and the bars to firm up.
  9. Serve and Store: Once set, sprinkle with additional Maldon sea salt if desired. Cut the bars into 8 equal squares. Store the brownies safely covered in the freezer for up to 1 month.

Notes

  • You can substitute dried cranberries with dried cherries or goji berries according to your preference.
  • Make sure to use unsweetened shredded coconut to keep the bars naturally sweetened.
  • If the mixture does not clump well, add more warm water 1 teaspoon at a time to avoid making it too sticky.
  • For a vegan version, ensure that both the dark chocolate and other ingredients comply with vegan standards.
  • These brownies are best served cold or chilled for a chewy, fudgy texture.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer to maintain freshness and firmness.

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