1 cup pecans (you can use walnuts in a pinch, but pecans are much better!)
1 cup dates
5 tablespoons raw cacao (cocoa) powder
4 tablespoons shredded unsweetened coconut
2 tablespoons honey or agave nectar
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Directions
1. Place pecans alone in your food processor and process until the pecans become small and crumbly.
2. Add dates to the raw brownie recipe and process again until the mixture sticks together and the dates are well processed.
3. Add the remaining ingredients to this raw brownie recipe and process again until the mixture turns a lovely dark chocolatey brown. Stop processing before it gets too buttery. (There should still be air between the small bits so that you will be able to press them down into your brownie pan.)
4. Dump the mixture into a brownie dish or small cake pan and press down firmly using your clean hands.
5. Refrigerate this raw brownie recipe for a couple of hours. You do not have to refrigerate it, but it is much easier to slice when chilled. By the way, this is actually a raw brownie recipe that keeps its shape! So it can be good for serving to non-raw fooders because the presentation of this raw brownie recipe is good when chilled.
6. Store this raw brownie recipe in the refrigerator if it lasts that long!
PS: For an even more delightful brownie, serve it with this easy, instant raw chocolate icing.
The Rawtarian's Thoughts
Raw brownie recipe -- finally, a raw brownie recipe that tastes like REAL BROWNIES!
I am quite surprised and amazed at how the texture of this raw brownie recipe resembles real brownies--especially after this raw brownie recipe is refrigerated for about an hour or even longer.
My husband thinks this raw brownie recipe needs chocolate icing, but I disagree. I think it's perfect on its own! (But it is true, everything is better with raw chocolate icing on it.)
You can also use this raw brownie recipe as a pie crust or as very chocolately raw truffles.
Good luck trying to keep this raw brownie recipe around for longer than 24 hours. This vegan recipe would be good for about six small servings. Feel free to double the recipe if you want more or if you want to make it last longer. (I usually double it.)
Without further ado, here's my favorite uber-delicious and simple raw brownie recipe.
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Haidee
Oct 17, 2012
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I've just measured this for future reference as I have a Thermomix. The cup of nuts was approx 160g and the dates around 180g. The cocoa was 30g, the coconut 30g and the nectar 40g. I used a standard 250ml cup. Hope that helps :)
The Rawtarian
Nov 02, 2012
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This is very helpful Haidee!!
Haidee
Oct 17, 2012
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Thank you thank you thank you :D
I am doing a little happy dance around the kitchen (or I was before I sat down to type!). As a recently diagnosed Diabetic (type 2) I have been on a bit of a journey looking for interesting alternatives to satisfy my sweet tooth. This recipe really hits the spot! I'm not totally Raw, far from it, but the more I learn the more I believe it is going to be the right direction for me. My tweaks to this recipe (out of necessity due to lack of ingredients) - 1/2 brazil nuts, 1/2 walnuts and organic coconut nectar for the agave nectar. YUMMO! and my son agrees. So thanks again and thanks to for the inspiration as I venture into my new approach of eating to live.
Haidee
The Rawtarian
Nov 02, 2012
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I am so glad you and your son liked them, Haidee. So nice to have options that work with your health needs and that taste great too!
Guillermo Vargas
Oct 25, 2012
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Laura Thank you so much for this recipe just made them and are amazing :)
im going to add some golden berries syrup on top
so yummy i cant stop eating them
The Rawtarian
Nov 02, 2012
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Hi Guillermo! What is golden berries syrup? Sounds intriguing
Guillermo Vargas
Nov 12, 2012
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Golden berry is a yellow berry from Peru also called Aguaymanto in spanish
i mix golden berry with raw agave and made a sirup :)
it has so much Vitamin C
The Rawtarian
Nov 16, 2012
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Sounds interesting and like something I'd like to try, Guillermo!
teresa
Oct 28, 2012
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These are really good, but EXTREMELY high in calories, even more than the box mix.
The Rawtarian
Nov 02, 2012
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Everything in moderation Teresa :)
Annie
Nov 03, 2012
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BEST BROWNIE I HAVE EVER HAD!!!!! I i highy recommended this.
The Rawtarian
Nov 03, 2012
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:)
shannan
Nov 07, 2012
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Will it really change the taste if I omit the coconut?
The Rawtarian
Nov 16, 2012
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It will not change the FLAVOUR much at all, but it will change the TEXTURE a bit. Ideally you would use the coconut, or you could substitute with hemp hearts. If you omit completely that would be okay though in this recipe. It would still turn out, just maybe a tiny bit more moist than I would like.
Emil
Nov 08, 2012
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I used 3/4 c hazelnuts & 1/4 c walnuts - delicious. Great recipe.
The Rawtarian
Nov 16, 2012
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That sounds good. I think it's still important to use at least some walnuts or pecans because W and P are pretty oily, and the recipe does need that natural oil from the nuts
Lance
Nov 10, 2012
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Love this recipe. We've been high raw for over three months now. I sometimes substitute " a dab " of coconut oil instead of honey or agave to cut back on the sugar. Still quite tasty.
The Rawtarian
Nov 16, 2012
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Sounds good Lance!
Lauren
Nov 10, 2012
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Hi Laura-Jane! I just found your site and am really enjoying it! I tried the raw brownies, but left out the coconut and 1/2 of the sweetener, and they were still delicious! I made an icing out of coconut oil and maple syrup, and that set them off perfectly. Thanks so much for the recipe! :-)
The Rawtarian
Nov 16, 2012
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My pleasure Lauren! Sounds like your recipe would be divine. And love your profile pic - how cute are you?? <3
Gna
Nov 18, 2012
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I tried it. Yummy
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Melissa
Nov 18, 2012
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I made these for my sons birthday party and displayed them with mint and raspberries, everybody loved them :) Thank you.
Toni
Dec 11, 2012
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I just made your brownies and used it on my "CHRISTMAS HATS" that was also made with your fruit dip! WOW this is gonna be the hit of the RAW pot luck tonight! It turned out just like the pics and tasted better than I thought! Thank You!!
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I look thru the internet for recipes and always come back to yours. They are THE BEST!!
This is also going to my Oncologist off for them to snack on!
Magda
Dec 12, 2012
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I have been looking for a brownies recipes lately, and this seems the best. But what food processor do you use, I am afraid there are few processors, and very expensive, which can do this job. I read in some of the previous comments, that some people soaked a bit the ingredients, this might help, but still a really good food processor is needed.
The Rawtarian
Jan 06, 2013
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Hi Magda,
Not sure what your budget is, but if you're cheap like me here's what I recommend!
Here is the cheap food processor that I own - it gets bad reviews on Amazon but it's cheap and it's the one I've been using for almost 4 years! I don't have a problem recommending it, it's the Black and Decker Quick and Easy: http://tinyurl.com/avdwva4
Kylie
Dec 15, 2012
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I just wanted to say these are AMAZING! I have only recently discovered raw eating and your app is a godsend. They are fresh, simple and easy to prepare with little effort (I'm sold!) These brownies are amazing, I made the chocolate frosting too and they are extra sweet and chocolaty! Perfect for my sweet tooth. I would love to see some more savory recipes <3
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Emilie
Dec 23, 2012
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I make a variant on this - I use whatever hard nut I still have (walnut, hazelnut, almond, brazil nut) and add red fruits - cherries if possible (about 2-3 cups). It makes the brownie slightly more moist and lighter in calories. It does take longer to dehydrate though as the cherries take longer to dry.
The Rawtarian
Dec 24, 2012
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I love cherries and I never think to use them in many recipes because they are so expensive where I live. So jealous. :) I just know that these would be delicious with the cherries.
Brooke
Dec 30, 2012
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I made these and me and my sister loved them. Glad I can get people to eat healty with great recipes. Can't wait to make the banana cream pie!
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Pamela
Jan 08, 2013
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Made the raw brownies last night. Followed the receipe exact and OMG amazing! Love the flavour. No one else in my family likes them so more for me. It certainly does hit the sweet spot without the guilt! I used Pecans, and its amazing.
Valerie
Jan 08, 2013
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Does anyone know calorie content?
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Summer
Feb 16, 2013
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Valerie, I don't know if you're on My Fitness Pal or not. It's free. Anyway, they have a recipe builder. If you put all of the ingredients into the recipe builder & put in the number of servings, it will calculate the total calories for you & calories per serving. It's a pretty nifty tool.
Eric
Jan 09, 2013
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The best brownies on Earth! My first raw dessert ever, can't wait to try others!
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Eden
Jan 14, 2013
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Terrific! Another win :) I used cashews because that is what I had and they still taste dark rich and decadent.
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Georgina
Jan 16, 2013
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Hi,
I'm planning to make this recipe but would rather not use coconut. Is there a sub for that?
Thanks
The Rawtarian
Jan 26, 2013
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Hi Georgina, you could use hempseed hearts instead, or you could omit
Susan Mullin
Jan 28, 2013
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These were delicious! Thanks! For nuts, I used Trader Joe's mixed fancy raw nuts, because they were in the cabinet, and they turned out great. Everything else I did as directed. Great simple recipe.
The Rawtarian
Jan 28, 2013
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So glad you enjoyed Susan!
QueenBee
Feb 01, 2013
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Just made these with the chocolate frosting - excellent recipe and super easy!! Thank you!!
The Rawtarian
Feb 01, 2013
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You are welcome QueenBee!
Nicole
Feb 06, 2013
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Whew! Just made these using a hand-held "Perfect Chopper." Worked amazingly! I really would love a food processor now, though, ha-ha. I haven't gone fully raw yet, still not sure if I will, but I love incorporating these recipes into my (nearly) vegan diet. If I keep falling in love with these easy and cheap recipes, I may have to invest in some heavy duty kitchen appliances!
The Rawtarian
Feb 06, 2013
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You won't regret it if you do, Nicole :)
Kirsten
Feb 08, 2013
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Should I use raw cacao instead of cocoa?
The Rawtarian
Feb 10, 2013
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Hi Kirsten! Either work
Alex
Feb 10, 2013
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These are delicious!!! Thanks so much!
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The Rawtarian
Feb 10, 2013
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Hi Alex, so glad you enjoyed :)
Rosa
Feb 13, 2013
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I don't have a food processor, but I chopped up the ingredients and mixed them with a fork. I must say YUM!! I will definitely be making these again. I may even get myself a fancy food processor. :D
The Rawtarian
Feb 13, 2013
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Food processor = awesome - and not as expensive as you might think!
Help For Fitness
Feb 13, 2013
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Thanks for your decadent recipe. I decided to take it one step further and instead of putting cacao, i put protein powder instead! The brand i used was Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey Gold Standard - http://helpforfitness.com.au/products/100-gold-whey-protein
Anyway, the recipe turned out really good! It wasn't overly sweet, but honestly, i loved it! My pictures of my version of clean raw brownies are here: http://helpforfitness.com.au/blogs/news/7320136-clean-raw-chocolate-brownies
Thanks again for your recipe
Angeli Yuson
The Rawtarian
Feb 13, 2013
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Hi Angeli, Awesome!
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