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Simple Date Brownies

These fudgy date brownies are the perfect naturally sweet treat when you want something healthy and quick.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· July 20, 2026
Simple Date Brownies
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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
0 minutes
Total
40 minutes
Serves
9

If you are looking for a snack that hits the spot without refined sugar, these date brownies will become your new favorite. They come together in just a few minutes and have that rich, fudgy texture we all love in a brownie.

My secret for the best results is to make sure your dates are soft. If they feel a bit dry, just soak them in warm water for ten minutes before you start. It makes the blending process much smoother.

🧺 Ingredients

  • 2 cups pitted Medjool dates
  • 1 cup walnuts
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 pinch sea salt

👩‍🍳Instructions

  1. 1

    Place the walnuts into a food processor and pulse them until they are broken down into small, coarse crumbs.

  2. 2

    Add the pitted dates, cocoa powder, and salt to the processor with the nuts.

  3. 3

    Blend everything together until the mixture starts to clump up and stick together like a thick dough.

  4. 4

    Line a small square baking dish with parchment paper and press the mixture firmly into the pan using the back of a spoon.

  5. 5

    Place the dish in the fridge for at least thirty minutes to firm up before cutting into squares.

💡 Tips

Store these brownies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week. If you want a little extra crunch, you can toast the walnuts in a dry pan for a few minutes before blending them.

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