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Healthy Date Brownies

Delicious Healthy Date Brownies That Satisfy Every Craving

These Healthy Date Brownies are indulgent yet nourishing, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free, satisfying your sweet tooth without guilt.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 16 brownies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Batter
  • 1 cup Medjool Dates Pitted, can substitute with dried figs
  • 1 cup Almond Flour Can swap with coconut flour (note: use less)
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder No substitutes recommended
  • 1/3 cup Coconut Oil Can replace with melted butter or neutral oil
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Essential for texture, no substitutions
  • 1/4 tsp Salt A must for flavor enhancement
  • 1 large Egg Or vegan substitute like flax egg or applesauce
Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Dark Chocolate Drizzle Use dairy-free chocolate for vegan option
  • 2 tbsp Nut Butter Try almond or peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts Walnuts or pecans pair beautifully

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Food Processor
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Blend the pitted medjool dates, melted coconut oil, and egg (or substitute) in a food processor until smooth and creamy.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together almond flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Combine the wet mixture with the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Spread the brownie batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for about 30 minutes.
  6. Cool the brownies in the pan for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1brownieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure your dates are soft for easy blending. Avoid overmixing to maintain a fudgy texture. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.

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