Raw brownie recipe
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Prep Time
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Total Time
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Shelf Life
5 days in fridge -
Yield
1 dish brownies
Ingredients
- 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
Recipe 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 eight 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.)
Advanced optional tip: Throw 1 tablespoon cacao nibs into the mixture after processing and before squishing into pan for fun crunchy texture!
Nutrition Facts
- This recipe is very low in Calories, Carbohydrates, and Sodium.
- This recipe is low in Fat.
- This recipe is a noteworthy source of Dietary Fiber.
Amounts per 43 g (2 oz) suggested serving
Name | Amount | % Daily |
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Calories | 187 | 8 % |
Protein | 2.5 g | 5 % |
Fat | 12 g | 16 % |
Carbohydrates | 21 g | 6 % |
Dietary Fiber | 4 g | 13 % |
Sugars | 16 g | |
Calcium | 26 mg | 3 % |
Iron | 1.1 mg | 8 % |
Sodium | 75 mg | 3 % |
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Comments and Reviews
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Evita2New
Mar 01, 2013
I made a batch of these on a day when I was trying to avoid a 1/2 pint of ice cream and it really did do the trick! My co-workers were reluctant to try but they actually did enjoy them and described them as "fudgy". They even ask me "what you got for us today"! This site is great and as a city girl who only uses my kitchen to make my coffee...This site is easy to use with recipes that are easy to make!
The Rawtarian
Mar 03, 2013
Hi Evita, so glad you are finding some successes. And even better, some successes that coworkers are enjoying! I think fudgy is a good way to describe these. Definitely a good way to avoid ice cream that's for sure. Have you made my soft-serve ice cream yet? If you haven't tried that yet (and if you like bananas) then you are in for a treat too :)
Rhonda
Feb 24, 2013
Fabulous recipe! Thank you, Laura. Now I need to find a raw vanilla ice cream recipe. :)
The Rawtarian
Feb 24, 2013
Hi Rhonda, in TRK just look for raw "soft serve ice cream" - that'll do the trick and very easy too!
Joanne
Feb 23, 2013
I didn't have all the right ingredients so I substituted with almonds instead of pecans and used coconut oil instead of coconut and it was delicious! Cant wait to see what it tastes like with pecans!
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The Rawtarian
Feb 24, 2013
Hi Joanne, way to make it work! xox
Lizzy
Feb 23, 2013
Absolutely works without the coconut! Just made a batch and totally forgot to add it. These are amazingly delicious! Sill definitely be making again, this time with the coconut.
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The Rawtarian
Feb 24, 2013
Glad you enjoyed them Lizzy!
SusanM
Feb 23, 2013
The best raw brownies I have ever tasted! Add the frosting and it's even better.
Jessie
Feb 19, 2013
Hello! Would this work without coconut? Or is there something I could use in place of it? I'm hoping to try out this recipe without having to run to the store for coconut :)
The Rawtarian
Feb 20, 2013
Hi Jessie, you can use hempseed hearts instead of the coconut. But if you don't have the coconut then you can omit entirely in a pinch. But it really is better with the coconut - but it will still work without it
Faye
Feb 19, 2013
You are my hero. A lot of processed food have been making me sick but I love chocolate. I can't wait to try this, thank you so much!!!
The Rawtarian
Feb 20, 2013
Faye :)
Summer
Feb 16, 2013
I know this is a bit premature, but I had to type this before I get busy in the house & forget. I just finished making the brownies. I reserved just a little before putting in the fridge so my husband and I could taste it. I let him go first & after a few seconds he said "Wow. Those are REALLY good." Then I ate my little piece. OMG! I'd read everyone's comments about how amazing these are, but until I tried it for myself I had no idea. Holy moly, these things are unbelievable! I am making a batch for an elderly man I work with because I told him about them & he gave me money to buy ingredients to make some for him & his wife. I think they'll love them. I'm hooked! And they haven't even chilled in the fridge yet. :) I can't wait to share them with my parents, in-laws and friends. So excited! Thank you for sharing this recipe. It's pure, chocolate-y genius.
The Rawtarian
Feb 17, 2013
Lol I call that a success Summer! Well done :)
Help For Fitness
Feb 13, 2013
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
Hi Angeli, Awesome!
Rosa
Feb 13, 2013
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
Food processor = awesome - and not as expensive as you might think!
Alex
Feb 10, 2013
These are delicious!!! Thanks so much!
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The Rawtarian
Feb 10, 2013
Hi Alex, so glad you enjoyed :)
Kirsten
Feb 08, 2013
Should I use raw cacao instead of cocoa?
The Rawtarian
Feb 10, 2013
Hi Kirsten! Either work
Nicole
Feb 06, 2013
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
You won't regret it if you do, Nicole :)
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