Date Brownie

Indulge in the irresistible richness of Date Brownies, a creative twist on a classic dessert that blends natural sweetness with decadent chocolate flavor. This recipe features pitted dates simmered into a luscious paste, lending moisture and depth to every bite, while dark chocolate chips and unsalted butter create a fudgy, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Sifted cocoa powder and a hint of vanilla extract enhance the chocolatey goodness, and optional chopped walnuts add a delightful crunch to each square. Perfectly balanced with a touch of salt and leavened with baking powder, these brownies are easy to prepare in just 20 minutes of prep time and bake to perfection in under 35 minutes. Ideal for satisfying any sweet tooth, these date brownies are a healthier yet indulgent treat you’ll want to make again and again. Serve warm or at room temperature for a dessert that's sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 200 grams Pitted dates
• 120 ml Water
• 125 grams Unsalted butter
• 150 grams Dark chocolate chips
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 3 large Eggs
• 100 grams All-purpose flour
• 30 grams Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 50 grams Chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides to lift the brownies out easily after baking.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, combine the pitted dates and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the dates break down into a paste, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a heatproof bowl, melt the butter and dark chocolate chips together using a microwave or a double boiler. Stir until smooth and fully combined.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and eggs until pale and slightly thickened.

Step 5

Fold in the date mixture and melted chocolate mixture into the sugar and egg mixture until well combined.

Step 6

Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula until just combined. If using, fold in the chopped walnuts.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the edges are firm and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached.

Step 9

Allow the brownies to cool in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, lift the brownies out of the pan using the parchment overhang and cut into squares.

Step 10

Serve the date brownies warm or at room temperature, and enjoy their rich, fudgy goodness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1038.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3547.6

Total Fat 205.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 98.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 834.8mg	0%
Sodium 1867.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 435.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.3g	0%
Total Sugars 296.6g
Protein 58.0g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 429.6mg	0%
Iron 25.5mg	0%
Potassium 3206.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.4%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 45.6%