No Bake Walnut Brownies
These no-bake walnut and cocoa brownies are a simple, whole-food treat that delivers both flavour and nourishment.
Naturally sweetened with Medjool dates and made with soaked walnuts, cocoa, and flaxseed, they are rich in polyphenols, fibre, and heart-healthy fats that support brain health, balanced energy, and digestive wellbeing.
Cocoa provides powerful plant compounds that help protect against oxidative stress, while walnuts and flaxseed contribute omega-3 fats that support cardiovascular health.
With no refined sugar, no baking required, and just a handful of nutrient-dense ingredients, these brownies are a wonderfully satisfying way to enjoy something chocolatey while still nourishing your body.
INGREDIENTS
2 cups walnuts soaked for 4 to 6 hours
1½ packed cups pitted medjool dates
3 tablespoons ground flaxseed
¼ cup + 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ teaspoon sea salt plus more for garnish
METHOD
Line an 8-inch square dish with parchment paper. Set aside.
Drain the walnuts well. I like to lay them out on a clean dish towel to remove all excess water. Place the walnuts in a food processor along with the dates, ground flax, cocoa powder, and salt.
Pulse to combine then process continuously until the walnuts are finely ground. Be careful not to overprocess or you’ll end up releasing the natural oils in the walnuts. The “dough” should be relatively smooth, but flecks of walnuts are ok!
Transfer the dough to the parchment-lined pan and press it evenly to make a smooth surface. Sprinkle with sea salt and place in the freezer for 1 to 2 hours to set.
Remove from the freezer and cut into 16 squares. If you would like to sprinkle some more nuts do that here and press them lightly into the brownies. Store in an airtight container in the freezer.
