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    Home » Recipes » Healthy Desserts

    Raw Brownies with Chocolate Icing

    Published: Sep 7, 2021 · Modified: Jun 21, 2022 by Lauren · This post may contain affiliate links · 48 Comments

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    Raw Brownies with Chocolate Icing - These scrumptious no-bake fudgy brownies are a delicious treat for any age!

    Raw fudgy brownies with chocolate icing

    I got into raw desserts circa...2011?

    Somewhere around that time, I discovered my first energy bite recipe and was hooked!

    It was around that time also that I discovered blogs, probably before the former. Back then, new moms and young women were just writing about their mediocre, humdrum days, as well as what they ate for each meal.

    I adored reading these tales, as I was a humdrum, mediocre housewife that loved food!

    Much of what other women were eating included energy balls, overnight oats, green monster smoothies, and cauliflower-based pizzas.

    These creations were all new and exciting, so I started experimenting on my own. This brownie recipe is my sweet, chocolat-y baby of that period.

    No-bake brownies on a board

    Brownies, oatmeal raisin cookies, lemon meringue pie, and carrot cake are all among my top favorite desserts, but there's something about a brownie that's just so comforting!

    These brownies are rich, but healthier than the average recipe, and the icing is what really makes these stand out from just being a chocolate Larabar.

    Also, 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'.

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    Raw fudgy brownies with chocolate icing
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    4.80 from 10 votes

    Raw Brownies with Chocolate Icing

    A delicious treat that requires NO bake time. Vegan-friendly, gluten-free.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Chill Time:30 mins
    Total Time40 mins
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Healthy, No-bake, Raw
    Servings: 9 brownies
    Calories: 149kcal
    Author: Lauren Goslin

    Ingredients

    BROWNIE:

    • ½ cup walnuts or pumpkin seeds
    • ½ cup oats
    • 10 soft Medjool dates
    • 3 Tbsp cocoa powder
    • ¼ tsp sea salt
    • 1 Tbsp water as needed

    ICING:

    • 3 Tbsp coconut oil
    • 1 ½ Tbsp cocoa
    • 1 Tbsp maple syrup
    • pinch salt

    Instructions

    • Process the walnuts or seeds and oats until they are 'meal-y' in consistency.
    • Remove the meal, and add the dates to the processor.
    • Process dates until the are broken down a bit.
    • Add back in the oat mix, along with the cocoa and salt, adding a bit of water as needed to bring the mix together.
    • Process until well combined.
    • Press the mix into an oiled 7 x 5 inch dish.
    • Place dish into the fridge while you prepare the icing.
    • For the icing, mix all the ingredients until smooth. Be sure to use room temperature ingredients or the mixture will clump.
    • Pour atop the brownies; refrigerate until set.
    • Cut and enjoy!

    Notes

    WW Points: 7

    Nutrition

    Sugar: 9.9g | Fiber: 2.8g | Calories: 149kcal | Fat: 9.3g | Protein: 3.1g | Carbohydrates: 16.7g

    Notes:

    You can omit the oats and use 1 cup of walnuts or pumpkin seeds.

    Some of the items I use in this recipe include:


     

    Bite of raw brownies with healthy frosting

     

    Shared with: Full Plate Thursday, Fiesta Friday, Home Matters Party, Create, Bake, and Grow Party, Homestead Blog Hop

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    Comments

    1. June

      October 21, 2021 at 6:14 pm

      Lauren, these are delicious! I used carob and they turned out great.

      Reply
      • Lauren

        October 24, 2021 at 5:16 pm

        Oh, that's great, June, thanks for the rating and comment! I must try carob sometime myself. 🙂

        Reply
    2. Donna @ Modern on Monticello

      September 16, 2021 at 9:34 am

      I have just recently started eating protein balls so I am sure these are wonderful. Thanks for sharing the recipe. #HomeMattersParty

      Reply
    3. Natalie

      September 07, 2021 at 12:53 pm

      These brownies are the best brownies ever!

      Reply
    4. Dawn Shelton

      September 07, 2021 at 12:37 pm

      Hi Lauren! I haven't commented in so long... and you had a baby in the meantime, CONGRATS!
      I am in love w/ everything to do w/ Dates right now. This looks so good!
      I just did an easy App where I cut the date in half added goat cheese and topped off w/ Walnuts & drizzled honey. DELISH!
      Take care sweetie!!!

      Reply
      • Lauren

        September 07, 2021 at 1:21 pm

        Hi Dawn! So nice to hear from you! Yeah, I've been updating some of the old date-based recipes, so I'm glad you're enjoying them! :)♥

        Reply
    5. Sophie

      January 06, 2021 at 5:40 am

      I have been making these for years. My favorite go-to recipe! And every time I serve it for someone else, without failing they tell me it’s the best brownie ever!

      Reply
      • Lauren

        January 06, 2021 at 9:05 pm

        Thanks, Sophie! These are a long time favorite here too. 🙂

        Reply
    6. Kathy

      June 20, 2017 at 11:25 am

      WOW!! These are are truly delicious! I cant believe something this healthy can taste this good!!!!

      Reply
    7. Laura

      July 23, 2015 at 10:47 pm

      These were a hit at my daughter's bday party. Thank you for sharing the yumminess!

      Reply
    8. Natalie

      August 12, 2014 at 4:53 pm

      Hi, just wondering is the T stand for teaspoon or tablespoon. Thanks for this post, excited about making these !

      Reply
      • Lauren

        August 12, 2014 at 5:07 pm

        Hi Natalie,

        The T is for tablespoon. 🙂 I hope you enjoy them!

        Reply
    9. Jeanne B-W

      July 22, 2013 at 4:08 pm

      Ok, 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. 🙂

      Reply
      • Lauren

        July 22, 2013 at 4:34 pm

        Thank you Jeanne!...for the comment and the link love. ♥♥

        Reply
    10. Jeanne B-W

      July 22, 2013 at 2:35 pm

      Do you soak the dates, or just use them as is? Thanks!

      Reply
      • Lauren

        July 22, 2013 at 2:42 pm

        I 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. 🙂

        Reply
    11. Rita

      July 20, 2013 at 12:58 pm

      This 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...

      Reply
      • Lauren

        July 20, 2013 at 6:44 pm

        That's awesome Rita! Thanks for letting me know! 😀

        Reply
    12. Judy

      July 19, 2013 at 5:28 pm

      Just 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.

      Reply
    13. Beth

      July 18, 2013 at 8:31 am

      These 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!

      Reply
      • Lauren

        July 18, 2013 at 8:46 am

        You can use which ever you prefer! 🙂

        Reply
    14. Nancy

      July 17, 2013 at 9:49 am

      These are wonderful!!! Thank you!!!

      Reply
    15. Kate @ Eat, Recycle, Repeat

      July 16, 2013 at 11:08 pm

      These look deliciously rich! My mouth is watering as I type 🙂

      Reply
    16. Peggy

      July 16, 2013 at 7:10 pm

      These look awesome!

      Reply
      • Lauren

        July 16, 2013 at 7:33 pm

        Thanks Peggy! Your chocolate granola looks awesome too! 😀

        Reply
    17. amber

      July 16, 2013 at 6:43 pm

      Hi Lauren,

      Another reader favorite last week on AFW. Great job! 🙂

      Reply
    18. Shirley @ gfe & All Gluten-Free Desserts

      July 15, 2013 at 5:01 am

      Wow, Lauren! Those look TOTALLY amazing! 🙂 Can't wait to share with others and must make soon. 😉

      Shirley

      Reply
      • Lauren

        July 15, 2013 at 8:41 am

        Thank you so much Shirley! I hope you enjoy them as much as we do. 😀

        Reply
    19. Amber

      July 11, 2013 at 7:28 pm

      You need to write a cookbook. Seriously!!!!!!!

      🙂 Amber

      Reply
    20. Mary Frances @ The Sweet {Tooth} Life

      July 09, 2013 at 11:28 am

      How you make your raw desserts look so much like the real thing is incredible. Amazing recipe and photography

      Reply
    21. Hauntedmansion138

      July 09, 2013 at 9:21 am

      These were wonderful. Because I didn't have any pecans on hand, I substituted almonds. They were just as yummy. Great recipe!!!

      Reply
      • Lauren

        July 09, 2013 at 1:50 pm

        That's great! Thanks so much for letting me know! 😀

        Reply
    22. Hauntedmansion138

      July 08, 2013 at 1:10 pm

      Thank you Lauren. I'm going to try these tonight 🙂

      Reply
      • Lauren

        July 08, 2013 at 1:18 pm

        Awesome. Let me know what you think (good or bad) if you're able. 😀

        Reply
    23. Hauntedmansion138

      July 07, 2013 at 7:19 pm

      Is the coconut oil softened or just hard right out of the jar? I am still learning how to use that ingredient properly.

      Reply
      • Lauren

        July 07, 2013 at 7:32 pm

        It depends on the temperature of your kitchen... To use it in this recipe, you'll want to make sure that it's liquid (melted). 🙂

        Reply
    24. Amy

      July 07, 2013 at 7:48 am

      oooohhh.... This looks amazing!!! I love raw dessert, this one is gonna be the next I try!
      xox Amy

      Reply
    25. kesse

      July 06, 2013 at 5:34 pm

      Could I substitute something for the dates? I don't have any right now.

      Reply
      • Lauren

        July 06, 2013 at 6:03 pm

        Prunes or raisins would work, but the flavor will be a bit different. Dried apricots would work too. 🙂

        Reply
        • kesse

          July 06, 2013 at 6:37 pm

          oh, dried apricots! i have those, thanks! 🙂

          Reply
    26. Ricki

      August 06, 2012 at 6:18 pm

      Oh 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!) 😀

      Reply
      • Lauren

        August 06, 2012 at 6:46 pm

        Thanks again Ricki, and thank you for the Twitter mention! I love healthy link-ups!

        Reply
    27. Marlys @Thisand That

      July 20, 2012 at 11:39 am

      These look awesome... Thanks for sharing on Foodie Friends Friday!
      marlys-thisandthat.blogspot.com

      Reply
    28. Angie @ The Fitness Apple

      July 09, 2012 at 6:40 pm

      HEY 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!

      Reply
    29. Anna @ The Guiltless Life

      July 09, 2012 at 2:00 pm

      Gah I am very excited about these brownies! Pinning them right now! 🙂

      Reply
    30. Ellie

      July 09, 2012 at 1:30 pm

      Mmmmm 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. 😛

      Reply
    31. Min

      July 09, 2012 at 8:54 am

      I'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!

      Reply
    32. Alex @ therunwithin

      July 09, 2012 at 8:39 am

      oh man those look melt in your mouth good.

      Reply

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