The Edgy Veg: Raw Brownie Recipe

cocoa powder

🥗Healthier: carob powder

💰Cheaper: unsweetened chocolate

Carob powder is a caffeine-free alternative with a similar flavor.

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Agave syrup has a lower glycemic index.

coconut oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is a healthier fat alternative.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: chocolate chunks

Dark chocolate chips have less sugar.

Take 1.5 cups of soaked walnuts and put them in a food processor.

Pulse the walnuts to break them down into small pieces.

Slowly add 12 to 14 dates one by one into the food processor.

Add cacao powder to the mixture.

When the mixture is halfway blended, add sea salt.

Continue pulsing until the mixture can be molded into a ball.

Scrape down the sides of the food processor and remove the blade.

Use your hands to press the mixture into the bottom of a pan.

Refrigerate for about 1 hour to harden the brownies.

Slice and serve the brownies.

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