01 Jun 2025
Cook time 5 min
Prep time 30 min
Ingredients:
1/2 cup walnuts
1 tbsp chia seeds
2 tbsp dry cocoa powder
1/2 cup raisins
1 cup dates
2 tbsp dark chocolate
1/3 cup oats
1/2 cup peanuts
1/2 cup peanut butter
Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of raw chocolate peanut brownies. This no-bake recipe is packed with wholesome ingredients like walnuts, chia seeds, dates, and oats, offering a nutritious treat that satisfies your sweet tooth without the guilt. Perfect for a healthy snack or dessert, these brownies are easy to make and simply delicious.
Instructions:
1. Preparation: Gather all your ingredients and ensure that your dates are pitted and your dark chocolate is chopped into small pieces.
2. Processing Nuts and Oats:
- Place the walnuts, oats, and peanuts in a food processor.
- Pulse until the mixture becomes a coarse, crumbly texture. Avoid over-processing to keep some texture.
3. Adding the Dry Ingredients:
- Add the chia seeds and dry cocoa powder to the food processor.
- Pulse a few times until the dry ingredients are well combined with the nut mixture.
4. Incorporating Dried Fruits:
- Add the raisins and dates to the mixture in the food processor.
- Process until the mixture starts to come together and forms a sticky dough. This may take about 1-2 minutes.
5. Adding the Chocolate:
- Add the chopped dark chocolate to the food processor.
- Pulse a few times just to mix the chocolate evenly into the dough.
6. Adding the Peanut Butter:
- Finally, add the peanut butter to the mixture.
- Pulse again until the peanut butter is completely integrated and the mixture becomes a cohesive dough. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the food processor to ensure even mixing.
7. Forming the Brownies:
- Line a baking dish (approximately 8x8 inches) with parchment paper.
- Transfer the mixture from the food processor into the prepared dish.
- Use a spatula or your hands to press the mixture firmly and evenly into the dish.
8. Setting the Brownies:
- Place the dish in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours to allow the brownies to firm up.
9. Serving:
- Once firm, lift the brownies out of the dish using the parchment paper.
- Cut into squares and enjoy!
10. Storage:
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or in the freezer for longer storage.
Tips:
- Use a food processor for blending the ingredients to achieve a finer mixture and better texture.
- If the mixture is too dry, add a small amount of water or additional dates to help it bind better.
- Line your baking pan with parchment paper to easily remove the brownies once set.
- Refrigerate the brownies for at least an hour before cutting to allow them to firm up.
- Store the brownies in an airtight container in the fridge to keep them fresh for up to a week.
Enjoy your raw chocolate peanut brownies as a delightful and nutritious treat. These no-bake brownies combine the earthy notes of walnuts, the sweetness of dates and raisins, and the richness of peanut butter and dark chocolate. Perfect for sharing or enjoying on your own, they’re a wonderful way to indulge healthily.