What makes the ganache for these brownies?

The ganache is a simple mixture of melted coconut oil, cacao, and maple syrup, whisked until smooth before pouring over the chilled brownies.

Can I substitute the cashews in the brownie base?

The recipe specifically calls for raw cashews to create the fine, smooth texture of the brownie base, so substitutions may alter the final consistency.

How should I store leftover Healthy No-Bake Brownies?

Once the ganache has set, store the cut brownies in the refrigerator to maintain their firm texture and freshness.

Are these brownies truly gluten-free and vegan?

Yes, these brownies are made entirely with plant-based ingredients like cashews, dates, prunes, cacao, and maple syrup, making them naturally vegan and gluten-free.

6 years ago

Healthy No-Bake Brownies
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Name: Healthy No-Bake Brownies [Vegan, Gluten-Free]
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 12-15
Ingredients: 2 cups raw cashews; 1/2 cup cacao; pinch of salt; 1 1/2 cups Medjool dates, pitted; 3/4 cup pitted prunes; 1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted; 1/2 cup cacao; 4 tablespoons maple syrup; flaked sea salt and cacao nibs for topping

AP By: Angelina Papanikolaou

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Squares of healthy no-bake brownies topped with dark chocolate ganache, flaked sea salt, and cacao nibs, arranged on a white plate.

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Healthy No-Bake Brownies [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

12-15

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These Healthy No-Bake Brownies are made in just 5 minutes using simple raw ingredients! These brownies are literally what chocolate dreams are made of. They are chewy, rich, super fudgy, and decadent! Plus the ingredient list is made up of simple ingredients – cashews, cacao, coconut oil, dates, prunes, sea... Read More

Ingredients You Need for Healthy No-Bake Brownies [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

For the Brownies:

2 cups raw cashews
1/2 cup cacao
pinch of salt
1 1/2 cups Medjool dates, pitted
3/4 cup pitted prunes
1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla

For the Ganache:

3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
1/2 cup cacao
4 tablespoons maple syrup
flaked sea salt and cacao nibs for topping

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How to Prepare Healthy No-Bake Brownies [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and set it aside.
Add cashews, cacao, and salt in a food processor and process until fine. Next, add dates, prunes, melted coconut oil, and vanilla. Process until smooth.
Press mixture into prepared pan and place in freezer for 20-30 minutes.
While brownies are chilling, make the ganache by combining melted coconut oil, cacao, and maple syrup. Whisk until smooth.
Pour ganache over chilled brownies and spread into an even layer. Place brownies in the refrigerator for 5-10 minutes, or until the ganache has set.
Sprinkle brownies with flaked sea salt and cacao nibs.
Cut into squares and enjoy!