Brownies have to be one of my favorite desserts….ever.
Oatmeal raisin cookies, lemon meringue pie, and carrot cake are all in the top five as well, but there’s something about a brownie that makes me feel comforted.
These brownies are rich, chocolate-y, and healthy. I absolutely love raw desserts and this is one of my favorite recipes to make because it’s easy, quick, and satsifying (no baking time required!). 😀
- BROWNIE:
- 1/2 c . pecans (can use all or half walnuts as well)
- 1/2 c . oats , ground into flour (if paleo or grain-free, use another 1/2 cup of pecans)
- 1 c . (about 10) Medjool dates, room temperature
- 3 T . cocoa powder
- 1/4 t . salt
- 1 T . water
- ICING:
- 3 T . coconut oil
- 1 1/2 T . maple syrup
- 1 1/2 T . cocoa
- pinch salt
- 1/4 t . vanilla
- Process the pecans (and oats, if using) until they resemble a meal.
- Remove the meal, and add the dates to the processor.
- Process dates until the are paste-like.
- Add back in the pecan/oat meal, along with the cocoa, salt, and water.
- Process until well combined.
- Press the mix into a 7 x 5 inch dish.
- Place dish into the fridge while you prepare the icing.
- For the icing, mix all the ingredients until smooth.
- Pour atop the brownies, and refrigerate until set.
- Cut and enjoy!
Nutrition facts are based on using the optional 1/2 cup of oats and five ounces of Medjool dates. Weight Watchers points (new system): 5
The icing is what really makes these stand out from just being a chocolate Larabar…
Some of you may wish to double the icing…since that’s your favorite part….and you eat half of it before you get it on the brownie….just sayin’.
What dessert is most comforting for you?
Shared with: Wellness Weekends, Allergy-Free Wednesday, Gluten-Free Wednesday, The Pennywise Platter, Raw Foods Thursday
Kathy says
June 20, 2017 at 11:25 amWOW!! These are are truly delicious! I cant believe something this healthy can taste this good!!!!
Laura says
July 23, 2015 at 10:47 pmThese were a hit at my daughter’s bday party. Thank you for sharing the yumminess!
Natalie says
August 12, 2014 at 4:53 pmHi, just wondering is the T stand for teaspoon or tablespoon. Thanks for this post, excited about making these !
Lauren says
August 12, 2014 at 5:07 pmHi Natalie,
The T is for tablespoon. 🙂 I hope you enjoy them!
Jeanne B-W says
July 22, 2013 at 4:08 pmOk, seriously, these are AMAZING. I made a batch and my hubby and I loved them. Hope it’s okay, I posted a link to your site/recipe on my FB page. 🙂
Lauren says
July 22, 2013 at 4:34 pmThank you Jeanne!…for the comment and the link love. ♥♥
Jeanne B-W says
July 22, 2013 at 2:35 pmDo you soak the dates, or just use them as is? Thanks!
Lauren says
July 22, 2013 at 2:42 pmI don’t soak mine, as they are fairly soft already, but if yours are a bit stale, you may want to soak them in some warm water for about 10 minutes. 🙂
Rita says
July 20, 2013 at 12:58 pmThis is the first time I have made a raw desert, I’ve just switched to a gluten free diet a couple months ago because of an auto immune so this is my first attempt at a desert and these were amazing!! I didn’t have pecans so I subbed walnuts and they were perfect…
Lauren says
July 20, 2013 at 6:44 pmThat’s awesome Rita! Thanks for letting me know! 😀
Judy says
July 19, 2013 at 5:28 pmJust noted there is no mention of using GF oats as many oats are cross contaminated and not really gluten free. Bob’s Red Mill offers GF oats.
Beth says
July 18, 2013 at 8:31 amThese look fantastic! I am wondering why you didn’t use cacao powder instead cocoa? I am getting ready to make them using cacao. I make something very similar with pecans, coconut, dates and topped with dark chocolate. Such a yummy treat with the benefit of being healthy too!
Lauren says
July 18, 2013 at 8:46 amYou can use which ever you prefer! 🙂
Nancy says
July 17, 2013 at 9:49 amThese are wonderful!!! Thank you!!!
Kate @ Eat, Recycle, Repeat says
July 16, 2013 at 11:08 pmThese look deliciously rich! My mouth is watering as I type 🙂
Peggy says
July 16, 2013 at 7:10 pmThese look awesome!
Lauren says
July 16, 2013 at 7:33 pmThanks Peggy! Your chocolate granola looks awesome too! 😀
amber says
July 16, 2013 at 6:43 pmHi Lauren,
Another reader favorite last week on AFW. Great job! 🙂
Shirley @ gfe & All Gluten-Free Desserts says
July 15, 2013 at 5:01 amWow, Lauren! Those look TOTALLY amazing! 🙂 Can’t wait to share with others and must make soon. 😉
Shirley
Lauren says
July 15, 2013 at 8:41 amThank you so much Shirley! I hope you enjoy them as much as we do. 😀
Amber says
July 11, 2013 at 7:28 pmYou need to write a cookbook. Seriously!!!!!!!
🙂 Amber
Mary Frances @ The Sweet {Tooth} Life says
July 9, 2013 at 11:28 amHow you make your raw desserts look so much like the real thing is incredible. Amazing recipe and photography
Hauntedmansion138 says
July 9, 2013 at 9:21 amThese were wonderful. Because I didn’t have any pecans on hand, I substituted almonds. They were just as yummy. Great recipe!!!
Lauren says
July 9, 2013 at 1:50 pmThat’s great! Thanks so much for letting me know! 😀
Hauntedmansion138 says
July 8, 2013 at 1:10 pmThank you Lauren. I’m going to try these tonight 🙂
Lauren says
July 8, 2013 at 1:18 pmAwesome. Let me know what you think (good or bad) if you’re able. 😀
Hauntedmansion138 says
July 7, 2013 at 7:19 pmIs the coconut oil softened or just hard right out of the jar? I am still learning how to use that ingredient properly.
Lauren says
July 7, 2013 at 7:32 pmIt depends on the temperature of your kitchen… To use it in this recipe, you’ll want to make sure that it’s liquid (melted). 🙂
Amy says
July 7, 2013 at 7:48 amoooohhh…. This looks amazing!!! I love raw dessert, this one is gonna be the next I try!
xox Amy
kesse says
July 6, 2013 at 5:34 pmCould I substitute something for the dates? I don’t have any right now.
Lauren says
July 6, 2013 at 6:03 pmPrunes or raisins would work, but the flavor will be a bit different. Dried apricots would work too. 🙂
kesse says
July 6, 2013 at 6:37 pmoh, dried apricots! i have those, thanks! 🙂
Ricki says
August 6, 2012 at 6:18 pmOh my, oh my!! You can literally SEE the fudginess in those right on the screen! They look amazing. Thanks so much for adding these to the Wellness Weekend roundup of healthy, yummy recipes this week (glad you made it in under the wire!) 😀
Lauren says
August 6, 2012 at 6:46 pmThanks again Ricki, and thank you for the Twitter mention! I love healthy link-ups!
Marlys @Thisand That says
July 20, 2012 at 11:39 amThese look awesome… Thanks for sharing on Foodie Friends Friday!
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Angie @ The Fitness Apple says
July 9, 2012 at 6:40 pmHEY Lauren I love your blog just found it. I love to use DATES in my recipes for vegan pies. If you need a pie crust recipe I found an easy one with 5 ingredients PLEASE try it out. Let me know if you want the recipe! PS, how old are you?! 🙂 do you do work outs? Im excited to keep up with you and your blog!
Anna @ The Guiltless Life says
July 9, 2012 at 2:00 pmGah I am very excited about these brownies! Pinning them right now! 🙂
Ellie says
July 9, 2012 at 1:30 pmMmmmm delish!!! It looks so moist and fudgy~It has all of my favorite ingredients too! And for some reason, lately I’ve been itching to eat something with carob in it so I’m like, weak in the knees right now. 😛
Min says
July 9, 2012 at 8:54 amI’ve never used carob powder before, but I’m seeing it in a lot of recipes! Def need to give it a try! And look at Gus! Haha..he seems so angry and frustrated puhaha!
Alex @ therunwithin says
July 9, 2012 at 8:39 amoh man those look melt in your mouth good.