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
By The Rawtarian 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!
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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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The Rawtarian
Mar 21, 2015
You can use either, but pitted dates make things easier! (measure pitted amount)
Kare
Mar 14, 2015
Kare's Review
Raw brownie recipe
I never thought I could get healthy and still enjoy eating sweets on occasion. I love, love chocolate and never liked the idea of giving that up. I heard about raw brownies at my local health food store and tried looking up recipes online. I came across this one and voila! In heaven! I make these for get-togethers, family and friends. They are amazing with raw whipped cream on them too! Someone always asks me for the recipe. Thanks so much for sharing this life changing recipe. It's helped me get through getting rid of processed sugar in my diet.
The Rawtarian
Mar 18, 2015
Hi Kare, I'm so happy to be part of your new healthy regime. The brownies really do hit that sweet spot - I can't live without them!
Kelley
Mar 02, 2015
Kelley's Review
Raw brownie recipe
AMAZING!! These did not last long where I live! Simply perfect with the raw chocolate icing.
The Rawtarian
Mar 04, 2015
These brownies don't last long in my house, either, Kelley! :)
H.A.
Mar 02, 2015
is there a recipe for the raw chocolate icing (for the suggested topping)? I didn't see it listed?
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The Rawtarian
Mar 08, 2015
Here is the recipe for you!
1 cup dates
1/4 cup raw cacao (cocoa) powder
1/4 cup coconut oil
3/4 cup water (or a tiny bit more if needed – try to keep at 3/4 cup or so though)
blend until smooth!
Helen
Feb 21, 2015
So pleased to see the metric convertor on your page! Makes cooking in the UK so much easier! Can I use cashew instead?
The Rawtarian
Mar 01, 2015
Yes, Helen, you may sub cashew. Let me know how you like it!
Maria E
Feb 16, 2015
How long should I process the dates for? I didn't want to over process but my mixture did not come together, staying crumbly. My dates (bought yesterday) were on the dry side., I wonder if that is the issue.
Still tasty but more biscuit like when refrigerated.
The Rawtarian
Feb 16, 2015
Hi Maria!
Length of time to process the dates? Maybe 1 full minute? The mixture should really stick together after processing the dates.
Betsybc
Feb 10, 2015
The only problem with these brownies is that they are so seriously delicious that I found it hard to not eat half the pan!!! SO GOOD!
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The Rawtarian
Feb 10, 2015
I understand. It is a big problem.
:)
Barbara
Feb 07, 2015
Can I make this recipe in my blender
The Rawtarian
Feb 10, 2015
No, sorry Barbara. Blender won't work because the nuts'll get all caught up in the blades, and it won't blend properly because this recipe is very dry.
(wet = blender. dry = food processor)
Kim
Jan 29, 2015
Kim's Review
Raw brownie recipe
Mm mm mm-mm mmmm!
The Rawtarian
Feb 01, 2015
:) I agree! :)
Siomou Nopi
Jan 24, 2015
Siomou Nopi's Review
Raw brownie recipe
Oh my God!!! You can't believe how perfect it is unless you try it! Thank you so much!!!!
The Rawtarian
Jan 26, 2015
:) You are most welcome, Siomou!
Tessa
Jan 09, 2015
Tessa's Review
Raw brownie recipe
Hello!
I'm making these brownies for about the 10th time. I love them so much they have now become a staple in my family. Anyway I had a question about the processing of the dates. I have a pretty powerful food processor, however I find every time I make these the blade gets 'stuck'. I literally have to use a mini food processor and a large one and swap the contents over and over between the 2 because both processors get too hot! My question is: if I add some water to lube the mix up a little, will this ruin it? OR can I add some cacao to soak up the water?
I obviously can never make these fast enough hehe
The Rawtarian
Jan 09, 2015
Hi Tessa!
In short, I think you need a new food processor with a sharper blade :)
Don't add more water....
Try this instead -- can you add a few dates one at a time? Like, put the nuts in, then while the nuts are processing add a few dates, then a few more, then a few more?
I have had MANY crappy food processors and generally I don't have the problem that you're having.
Also, are your dates super dry and old?
nat
Jan 04, 2015
nat's Review
Raw brownie recipe
Absolutely Amazing, best brownie I have ever eaten <3
The Rawtarian
Jan 04, 2015
Thanks, Nat! Glad you likey! :)
ottochuck
Jan 03, 2015
What size springboard cake pan would you suggest using for this recipe?
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The Rawtarian
Jan 08, 2015
Hi Ottochuck,
When I am making this for myself at home, I double the batch and make it in an 8x8" glass dish.
(In the photo I used a tiny springform pan, about 4")
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