Description
These No Bake Coconut Brownies are a delicious, healthy treat combining rich medjool dates, crunchy nuts, and creamy coconut layers topped with melted chocolate. Perfect for a quick, nutritious snack or dessert without turning on the oven, they offer a naturally sweet and satisfying flavor with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
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Brownie Base
- 2 cups medjool dates, packed
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 1 cup raw walnuts
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder or cacao powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Coconut Layer
- 2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup coconut cream
- 1/4 cup maple syrup, honey, or agave
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
Chocolate Topping
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp coconut oil or 1/3 cup coconut cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang to easily lift out the brownies later and prevent sticking.
- Make the Brownie Base: In a food processor, blend medjool dates, almonds, walnuts, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and 1/4 tsp salt until a sticky, crumbly dough forms. It should be able to be pinched together; add extra dates or 1 tsp coconut oil if too dry.
- Press Brownie Layer: Transfer the dough to the lined baking dish and firmly press it into an even layer using clean hands. Set aside.
- Prepare Coconut Layer: Add shredded coconut, coconut cream, maple syrup, coconut oil, and 1/4 tsp salt to the food processor. Pulse until a wet, sticky mixture forms. It can be left chunky or smoother depending on preference.
- Press Coconut Layer: Transfer this mixture over the brownie base in the baking dish and press down firmly with clean hands into an even layer.
- Melt Chocolate Topping: In a bowl, combine chocolate chips with coconut oil or coconut cream. Microwave in short intervals (30 seconds for oil or 15 seconds for cream), stirring between, until melted but not burned.
- Top Brownies: Pour the melted chocolate evenly over the coconut layer and spread smoothly across the surface.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the layered brownies for at least 1 hour until set. Use the parchment paper edges to remove from the pan, then slice into 16 bars and enjoy.
Notes
- Medjool dates should be pitted and soft for easier blending.
- Adjust sweetness by choosing maple syrup, honey, or agave as preferred.
- Coconut cream can be substituted with extra coconut oil for the topping if desired.
- Keep the brownies refrigerated to maintain firmness, especially in warm weather.
- Use high-quality dark chocolate chips for a richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: no bake brownies, coconut brownies, vegan dessert, healthy brownies, raw dessert, vegan snack
