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    Home » Cooking Style » No Bake Desserts

    Published: Jun 25, 2020 · Modified: Jan 27, 2022 by Anthea

    Raw Vegan Brownies (5 ingredients)

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    5 from 9 votes

    Fudgey raw vegan brownies, perfect for when you want an indulgent but healthier treat. You can make it with only 5 ingredients too! 

    Stack of raw brownies with bite taken out of one showing fudgy texture.

    Whether it's Summer or you're craving a quick chocolate fix, there's always an occassion for vegan brownies! These no bake brownies are ready in no time.

    In saying that, if you're more of a 'baked vegan brownie' person, see my EASY recipes for beetroot brownies or sweet potato brownies!

    5 ingredient vegan brownies

    I carefully selected 5 common yet easily replacable ingredients to make these vegan brownies. You'll need:

    • Pecans, walnuts OR almonds (I prefer either the first two)
    • Dried dates OR medjool dates
    • Raw cacao powder OR cocoa powder
    • Avocado
    • Maple syrup OR any other liquid sweetener
    Flatlay of ingredients for brownies.

    I tried all nuts and seeds for these brownies and prefer pecans or walnuts. These nuts are more commonly found in brownies compared to almonds or other nuts/seeds. Also, the slight bitterness and earthiness of pecans and walnuts complements the sweetness of the dates.

    If you use dried dates, simply soak them in water for 2 hours before you use them. I often use dried dates because they are more AFFORDABLE than medjool dates! When combined with all the other ingredients, you can't tell the difference.

    To take your vegan brownies to the next level, you can also add a pinch of salt, a little espresso powder (to bring out the chocolate flavour) or whatever your heart desires!

    How to make the chocolate avocado frosting

    To minimise washing dishes, I'd highly recommend making the frosting first! That way, you're one step closer to enjoying these vegan brownies with a cup of tea :).

    Simply put all the frosting ingredients in a food processor and blend. After 1 minute or so, you'll have a super smooth and creamy frosting!

    I won't judge if you skip the whole brownie step and eat the avocado mousse by itself (it's THAT good).... I speak from experience. OR scoop the frosting into a bowl and set aside. You don't have to make sure your processor is fully clean - we're using it again!

    Avocado frosting in food processor.

    How to make the no bake brownies

    To make the raw vegan brownie, simply add all the ingredients to your food processor and pulse until combined. This will take 1-5 minutes depending on how strong your food processor is!

    Process the mixture for less time for a CHUNKY brownie.

    Process the mixture for more time for a SMOOTHER brownie.

    Brownie dough in food processor.

    Assembling the raw vegan brownies

    Scoop the mixture into a lined cake or loaf tin then flatten the top with a spoon or spatula. Next, spread the avocado frosting on top as desired.

    You can probably cut and enjoy the brownies at this stage but they might be a little messy.

    I'd recommend CHILLING the brownie in the fridge for at least 1 hour. This will firm up the mixture and make it easier to cut!

    Close up of brownie showing fudgy texture and glossy frosting.

    Check out my other easy vegan chocolate recipes

    • 6 ingredient protein brownies
    • Raw Vegan Lamington Bliss Balls
    • Cherry Ripe Cups
    • Vegan Triple Chocolate Cookies
    • Vegan Chocolate Mousse Pie with Berries
    Stack of raw brownies with bite taken out of one showing fudgy texture.
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    5 from 9 votes

    Raw Vegan Brownies with Avocado Frosting

    Fudgy raw vegan brownies, perfect for when you want an indulgent but healthier treat. You can make it with only 5 ingredients too! 
    Prep Time20 mins
    Cook Time0 mins
    Total Time20 mins
    Cuisine: American, Vegan
    Servings: 9 brownies
    Author: Anthea

    Ingredients

    Chocolate Avocado frosting

    • ½ (~80g) medium avocado, flesh only
    • ¼ cup (85g) maple syrup, or any other liquid sweetener to taste
    • ¼ cup (25g) cocoa or raw cacao powder

    Raw Brownie

    • 2 cups (200g) pecans, walnuts or almonds
    • ½ cup (100g) pitted dried dates or medjool dates, if they are dry, soak them in water for at least 2 hours
    • ¼ cup (25g) cocoa or raw cacao powder
    • ⅛ teaspoon espresso, optional
    • Pinch of any good quality salt, optional

    Instructions

    • Line a loaf tin with baking paper. I used a 12x22 cm or 5x9 inch tin but any small tin will work.
    • Add all the frosting ingredients to a food processor. Process until smooth and there are no lumps of avocado. Scoop out into a bowl and set aside. You can leave the food processor dirty at this stage.
    • Drain the dates if you soaked them. Add the drained dates and the rest of the ingredients to the food processor. Process for 1 minute or until combined. Process for a shorter time if you'd like chunky brownies and for a longer time if you'd like smoother fudgier brownies.*
    • Scoop the brownie mixture into the lined loaf tin. Flatten the surface with the back of a spoon. Spread the avocado frosting on top.
    • Chill the brownies in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
    • Cut the brownies and serve as desired! Store the brownies in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 days or in the freezer for up to 1 month.

    Notes

    * If your mixture is not sticking together, add 1-2 more dates. Dates range in consistency and moisture depending on the brand and what country they are from!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1 brownie with frosting | Calories: 237kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 18g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 314mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 27IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 2mg
    Did you Make this Recipe?Rate it & leave your feedback in the comments section below, or tag @rainbownourishments on Instagram and hashtag #rainbownourishments!

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    1. Chelle says

      May 15, 2022 at 6:29 am

      Hello! Should I process the nuts a little bit before hand? More into a flour mixture?

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      • Anthea says

        May 15, 2022 at 11:12 am

        Hi Chelle! It depends on your food processor! If your processor is a little old, it helps if you process the nuts beforehand, into a coarse mixture. If your processor has a lot of power, you can add all the ingredients at the same time. I hope that helps!

        Reply
    2. Julie Brown says

      February 23, 2022 at 7:34 am

      I'm doing a 7-10 day raw vegan diet as an experiment and wanted something sweet. I came came across this recipe and had to make them. They are soooo good. I've tagged Rainbow Nourishments on my Instagram. The avocado ganache is genius. Thank you so much x

      Reply
    3. Ric says

      August 28, 2021 at 1:32 pm

      5 stars
      This sound fantastic. I just got 3 pounds of organic pumpkin seeds, and am thinking to make the recipe with seeds instead of walnuts, just gotta soak the seeds for an hour to make them easier to blend. Thanks for the brilliant recipe

      Reply
      • Anthea says

        August 29, 2021 at 11:14 am

        That sounds amazing! I love pumpkin seeds with chocolate flavoured things. Enjoy!

        Reply
    4. Ena says

      May 13, 2021 at 9:35 pm

      5 stars
      Made it yesterday and everybody loved it! It is soooo tasty! Thank you 🙂

      Reply
      • Anthea says

        May 15, 2021 at 7:36 pm

        Yay! Best news :). Thank you for your feedback!

        Reply
    5. Diana says

      January 16, 2021 at 7:31 am

      5 stars
      This recipe turned out delicious! A welcomed addition awhile venturing with a raw diet!

      Brownie turned out super fudgy!

      Reply
      • Anthea says

        June 10, 2021 at 12:11 pm

        So glad to hear! Thanks so much Diana!

        Reply
    6. Hayley says

      October 11, 2020 at 5:01 pm

      The frosting turned out perfect however the base was super dry and I had to add coconut oil to make it stick together. Where have o gone wrong?

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      • Anthea says

        October 11, 2020 at 9:09 pm

        It sounds like your dates were too dry. Dried dates need to be soaked until they are very soft. Medjool dates range in stickiness (and moisture) depending on the brand and what country they are from. For example Middle Eastern dates tend to be quite moist and soft whereas dates from America are drier. I'd recommend adding another date until it sticks together.

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    7. Hayley says

      August 23, 2020 at 12:07 pm

      Hi Beauty!

      Can I use a combination of these nuts - or is it best to stick to the one type for this delicious brownie?

      Thanks so much xx

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      • Anthea says

        August 23, 2020 at 5:58 pm

        Hey Hayley! Yes, you can definitely use a combination of those nuts - it's just about flavour and personal preference. Let me know how you go xo

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    8. Meredith says

      July 24, 2020 at 10:22 am

      5 stars
      I love raw desserts and loved making these! The frosting unbelievable, I can’t believe it was made from avocados. I will definitely be making these again!

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      • Anthea says

        August 12, 2020 at 9:37 am

        Yay, that makes me super happy to hear Meredith! Thanks for your kind comment 🙂

        Reply

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