Easy Date Brownies Recipe That’s Moist and Decadent
Rich, naturally sweetened brownies made with Medjool dates, cocoa powder, and dark chocolate. Dense, chewy, and perfect for healthier indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 brownies 1x
Ingredients
1 ½ cups Medjool dates, pitted
2–3 tbsp warm water (for blending)
½ cup unsalted butter or coconut oil
½ cup dark chocolate, chopped
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for GF)
¼ tsp salt
½ tsp baking powder (optional)
Optional: ½ cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
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Soak dates if needed, then blend into a paste with water.
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Melt butter and chocolate together until smooth. Let cool.
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In a bowl, whisk eggs and vanilla. Add date paste and chocolate mixture.
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In a separate bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
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Stir dry ingredients into wet until just combined. Fold in optional add-ins.
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Spread into parchment-lined 8×8 pan.
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Bake at 350°F for 22–26 minutes. Cool before slicing.
Notes
Use soft, fresh dates for best results. For vegan version, use flax eggs and coconut oil.