These Superfood Brownies are rich, chocolaty, and delicious. Made with wholesome ingredients, high in fiber, protein, and healthy fat, vegan, gluten-free, and no-bake, the perfect treat to delight your day!
Add the pitted dates, hazelnuts, walnuts, cacao powder, chia seeds, and nut butter to a food processor. Blitz until all the ingredients are well combined and form a sticky dough-like mixture.
Press into pan: Line a loaf tin with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal. Press the brownie mixture evenly into the prepared tin.
Make the Ganache
In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the chopped dark chocolate on high for 30 seconds, stirring halfway through. The chocolate should be mostly melted, with some solid chunks remaining.
Warm the milk: In a separate saucepan, heat the soy milk over medium heat until just warm. Do not let it boil.
Combine chocolate and milk: Pour the warm soy milk into the melted chocolate and stir gently until fully combined and smooth. The ganache should be shiny and pourable.
Assemble the Brownies
Pour the chocolate ganache over the brownie base in the loaf tin. Spread evenly with a spoon or spatula. Add any desired toppings like goji berries or chopped nuts.
Set the Brownies: Place the loaf tin in the freezer for 20-30 minutes, or until the brownies are completely set and the ganache is firm.
Slice and Enjoy: Remove the brownies from the freezer and let them thaw for a few minutes at room temperature. Lift the brownies out of the tin using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into squares and enjoy!
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Notes
*Dates: I recommend using Medjool dates or soft dates like Deglet Noor dates. For a richer brownie base, soak the dates in water until soft before using. The soaking time depends on how dry the dates are. If it's Medjool dates, you only need to soak them for 10 minutes. If your dates are super dry, it might take 1–3 hours.
**Hazelnuts: Hazelnut skin is slightly bitter, so make sure to use skinned hazelnuts. You can use both No-bake or toasted. I personally prefer toasted ones.
Storage: These brownies can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, or frozen for up to 2 weeks.