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No-Bake Vegan Date Brownies

vegan brownie in a tower
These no-bake vegan date brownies are naturally sweetened with date paste and packed with cocoa, walnuts, and pecans. Finished with a creamy dairy-free chocolate icing, they make a rich and healthy dessert.
Serves 9 Bars
Total Time:30 minutes

Ingredients

Brownie Base

  • 13 oz date paste
  • ½ cup walnuts finely chopped
  • ½ cup pecans finely chopped
  • ½ cup cocoa powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • Pinch of cinnamon

Chocolate Icing

  • ¼ cup almond milk
  • ½ cup dairy-free chocolate chips semi-sweet recommended
  • ¼ cup coconut oil melted
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, combine the date paste, chopped walnuts, chopped pecans, cocoa powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  • Mix thoroughly using your hands until well combined.
  • Line an 8×8 baking pan with parchment paper.
  • Press the brownie mixture evenly into the pan.
  • Cover the mixture with plastic wrap.
  • Using the bottom of a cup, press and flatten the mixture so the surface becomes smooth and even.
  • Place the pan in the refrigerator while preparing the icing.

Make the Chocolate Icing

  • Add the almond milk to a small saucepan and bring it to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat and add the chocolate chips.
  • Stir until the chocolate is completely melted.
  • Remove the pot from heat.
  • Stir in the melted coconut oil, cornstarch, powdered sugar, and salt.
  • Place the mixture in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
  • Remove the brownies from the refrigerator.
  • Spread the icing evenly over the top.
  • Cut into 9 bars.
  • Garnish with extra chocolate chips or chopped nuts if desired.

Notes

Store these brownies in the refrigerator to keep them firm. They make a great healthy dessert or snack.
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