Ooey gooey, melty, chocolatey unbaked brownies – the perfect recipe for those days when you just really need a brownie!
And if you’re anything like me, that would be every day.
Good thing these babies freeze well!
Brownies are my Kryptonite. I love them even more than chocolate chips cookies.
Think about it: you only get a small amount of chocolate when you eat a chocolate chip cookie; whereas with a brownie, the entire thing is melty, gooey chocolate.
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All chocolate is always going to be better than some chocolate.
If you put a plate of brownies down in front of me, you can pretty much do anything you want without me noticing.
My mind will only be thinking about the plate of brownies in front of me and how to stop myself from eating all the brownies.
I’m having a hard time writing this post, because there are brownies on my computer screen, and it’s making me hungry.
I want all the brownies. ALL THE BROWNIES!!!
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So about these unbaked brownies…
The recipe takes 5 minutes to prepare and can be raw, gluten free, egg free, dairy free, soy free, and vegan.
They are like a cross between a brownie and a chocolate candy bar – and secretly GOOD for you at the same time!
Leftovers (if there are leftovers… how could there possibly be leftovers?!) can stay out for a few days, making these brownies a fantastic option for a bake sale or to ship to faraway friends.
I’d recommend shipping them unfrosted or simply spreading melted chocolate chips on top if they’ll be left out for an extended period of time, as coconut oil will soften when warm.
You can also refrigerate these brownies for a few weeks, or you can freeze them for up to 2 months or more.
But seriously, who has the willpower to keep brownies that long without eating them all first???
(Above – watch the video of making the brownies)
The Ultimate Unbaked Brownies
Ingredients
- 2½ cups loosely packed pitted dates
- 1 1/2 cups walnuts
- 6 tbsp cacao or cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tsp water
- 1/4 + 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup cacao or cocoa powder
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup, honey, or agave
- 2 tbsp vegetable or melted coconut oil
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine the dates, walnuts, 6 tbsp cocoa, 1 1/2 tsp vanilla, water, and salt in a food processor. (I use this food processor.) Process until completely smooth, scraping down as needed – It may seem dry at first, but don’t add any extra water. Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking pan, or line the pan with parchment or wax paper. Transfer dough to pan and press very firmly until dough is evenly distributed in the pan. In a medium mixing bowl, combine remaining cocoa and vanilla extract with the maple syrup and oil. Stir until mixture forms a paste (this is the frosting). Spread evenly over dough in the baking pan. Refrigerate brownies for at least 2 hours, to set. Leftovers can stay covered at room temperature for a day, or up to 2 weeks in the fridge, or 1-2 months in the freezer.View Nutrition Facts
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These are delicious! A friend told me to try them & they live up to the expectations! Thank you!! I haven’t had a brownie in a LONG time because of health issues that prohibit gluten & refined sugar. These met my criteria perfectly. Will recommend them! <3
Finally got around to making these ULTIMATE UNBAKED BROWNIES and they are next level! Its shocking how they are so much better than any other brownie ive had and theres no refined sugar! Ive made a lot of your recipes and they are all incredible but this one is hands down the best
I made these yesterday and oh my goodness they’re delicious! You can’t tell they’re not full of sugar and butter and flour. Theyre gooey, and sweet, and chocolatey. What’s more, they’re so easy to make – takes about 15 mins at a leisurely pace to prepare, then just 2h to set in the fridge!
Thanks Katie!
I used abput half the recommended amount of maple syrup, but it is still amazing and sweet
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So sad that people do this.
Why you are sad Jason?
Yummy!
I love these! My only problem is when I make these or any other of your recipes with dried fruit and nuts, there is an excess of oil. I can pour the oil off after I pat these into a pan. What am I doing wrong? Am I blending it too long/short? Should my ingredients all be at room temperature? Am I the only person with this problem? Help, please.
Yes sounds like you are just blending too long is all.
I love them! Thank you ! 🙂
These are THE BOMB. Seriously. BUT — they took a toll on my Hamilton Beach!
Made these brownies last night and they are delicious! Would definitely recommend them to anyone! Next time I’m going to make them into balls and cover them in coconut! Will make a great finger food!
I love these healthy brownies. Absolutely delicious and filling. May be my favorite recipe of yours yet.
I just made these for a guest that has multiple food restrictions. These are amazing! I did modify things just slightly by not spreading them quite so thin…only took up about 2/3 of the pan instead.
Thank you for posting the recipe!
Baking different type of cakes is my profession and visiting this website, again and again, is my habit now. Every time when I visit this website I find something special that I love too much.
Thanks….
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They look fantastic! My mouth is watering too!
These are my favorite raw brownies! So moist and chocolatey. The fudgy icing on top truly makes them special. I finally got some Medjool dates instead of the more dried Deglet Noors and am so glad I chose this recipe to try it out. What a healthy, delicious treat.
I am excited to try these brownies and have everything on hand—except walnuts. Could I substitute pecans?
Of course!
This was delicious, but my kitchen aid started smoking before I could get it completely smooth. Do you have any hints to processing dates without causing a processor to smoke? 🙂
Sunmaid dates! They are softer. Or you can soak dates in boiling water to soften.