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Raw Iced Chocolate Cherry Brownies

Cheryl Malik
Cheryl Malik Posted: 07/14/14 Updated: 05/11/22
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Raw Frosted Chocolate Cherry Brownies. The ultimate raw brownie - rich and chocolatey with bright bits of sweet-tart cherries. Perfecto
I asked O how he would describe these brownies, as he licked the crumbs of the lone survivor off his lips. Would he call them “raw frosted brownies with cherries”? Or maybe “raw cherry brownies with frosting?” Or maybe.. “Good,” he proffered.  “Dank,” he literally suggested. Raw Frosted Chocolate Cherry Brownies. The ultimate raw brownie - rich and chocolatey with bright bits of sweet-tart cherries. PerfectoWhile he might not be the most helpful when it comes to naming my treats, he’s certainly good at endorsing them. I was inspired to share this particular recipe with you guys because only a few minutes before, he’d been nodding off whilst watching the Tour de France (don’t worry, honey, I think it’s that boring, too). He reached for the last of these in the fridge and only a few moments later claimed, “I always feel so good when I eat these. Like I have so much energy”.  So dank energy bars? Raw, full of natural fiber, vitamins, minerals, and electrolytes? Rich and chocolatey with the perfect balance of vibrant, tart cherries? I’ll take it. Raw Frosted Chocolate Cherry Brownies. The ultimate raw brownie - rich and chocolatey with bright bits of sweet-tart cherries. PerfectoWe even gave one to an older Bosnian guy my father-in-law got to paint our house. This man knew about zero English, and he gave me vegetarian enchiladas with goat cheese two literal thumbs up. But this brownie, I kid you not, is what kept him asking for more. He was shocked that we had made them, and I was shocked he had liked a raw dessert! I figure most people would always take a sugar-flour-butter dessert over a healthy one, but not us, not for this recipe! I’d made raw brownies before, but they were nothing like this batch, with its unbelievably creamy and deep “frosting”, its luxurious ruby pockets of fruit. And you know what? I don’t think I’ll ever go back! Raw Frosted Chocolate Cherry Brownies. The ultimate raw brownie - rich and chocolatey with bright bits of sweet-tart cherries. PerfectoThese are perfect to keep in the fridge for when hunger or the sweet tooth strikes. They’re not a bowlful of steamed kale, of course, but they’re so much better for our bodies than anything processed or prepackaged! They provide stellar energy and the taste simply cannot be beat. You’ve got a houseful of believers in us, at the very least, and we think you’ll love them, too. You could replace the dried cherries with goji berries (mmm!) or dried blueberries.. or even dried saskatoon berries! Add in a few roughly chopped walnuts to the final “brownie batter”, if you prefer a bit more crunch. They’re really pretty versatile, but I guarantee you’ll be head-over-heels for the recipe as it’s written, too! Raw Frosted Chocolate Cherry Brownies. The ultimate raw brownie - rich and chocolatey with bright bits of sweet-tart cherries. Perfecto

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Raw Frosted Chocolate Cherry Brownies. The ultimate raw brownie - rich and chocolatey with bright bits of sweet-tart cherries. Perfecto

Raw Frosted Chocolate Cherry Brownies

Prep:3 hours hours 5 minutes minutes
Total:3 hours hours 5 minutes minutes
The best raw brownie, full of complex & sweet dates, nuts, cocoa, and sweet-tart dried cherries, topped with a rich frosting. Throw away your other recipes!
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12 pieces

Ingredients

  • 1 cup + 2 tablespoons pitted Medjool dates*
  • 1 cup + 2 tablespoons pitted Deglet Noor dates*
  • 1 cup raw cacao powder or cocoa powder
  • 1 cup whole raw almonds
  • 1 cup whole raw walnuts
  • ½ cup dried cherries
  • ¼ cup walnuts , chopped, optional (for mixing in)
  • ¾ cup raw cacao powder or cocoa powder
  • ½ cup Medjool dates
  • ½ cup full-fat coconut milk
  • ¼ cup coconut oil , liquid form
  • ¼ cup warm water

Instructions 

  • Combine almonds and walnuts (except that extra 1/4 cup for mixing through) in food processor or Vitamix and process until fine. Remove from the bowl and set aside. Add dates to food processor/Vitamix and blend to a paste.
  • Return ground nuts, along with cacao/cocoa powder, and blend until the mixture forms a pebble-like consistency that clumps together when you press it between your fingers. Pour mixture into a bowl and stir in dried cherries and optional walnuts.
  • Press your brownie mixture into a parchment-lined 8" square baking dish with a bit of parchment overhang. If you desire, use a pastry roller to smooth the surface. Place in the fridge while you make your frosting.
  • Blend the dates to a paste, then add in coconut milk and cacao/cocoa powder. Blend to combine. Add in warm water and blend again until smooth. Lastly, add in your melted coconut oil and process until smooth, glossy, and all-around lovely.
  • Pour frosting over your brownie base and refrigerate at least 3 hours or overnight. Remove from tray by lifting the parchment overhand and slice into the desired number of brownie squares using a sharp knife occasionally dipped in water. Store in air-tight container for 1-2 weeks or in the freezer for 4-6 weeks.

Notes

*You can use 2 1/2 cups pitted Medjool dates, but I didn't want to waste about $12 of dates on just one recipe, so I did half-and-half!
Adapted from Peachy Palate.

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 12g, Calories: 337kcal, Protein: 8g, Fat: 22g, Saturated Fat: 8g, Sodium: 6mg, Potassium: 553mg, Total Carbs: 38g, Fiber: 9g, Sugar: 23g, Net Carbs: 29g, Vitamin A: 188IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 79mg, Iron: 3mg

Number of total servings shown is approximate. Actual number of servings will depend on your preferred portion sizes.

 

Nutritional values shown are general guidelines and reflect information for 1 serving using the ingredients listed, not including any optional ingredients. Actual macros may vary slightly depending on specific brands and types of ingredients used.

 

To determine the weight of one serving, prepare the recipe as instructed. Weigh the finished recipe, then divide the weight of the finished recipe (not including the weight of the container the food is in) by the desired number of servings. Result will be the weight of one serving.

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  1. AvatarNikita says

    Posted on 2/3/16 at 7:32 pm

    Sounds like a gorgeous recipe! Considering I’m in New Zealand and Summer is in full beam, I’m curious as to whether I could use fresh cherries for this? Any ideas? Have you attempted this ? Nikita

    Reply
    • AvatarCheryl Malik says

      Posted on 2/4/16 at 9:05 am

      Oh, good question! It might work – worth a shot for sure! They just have a much greater water content, so they’d probably be a little less chewy but that could definitely work. Jealous of your sunshine 🙂

      Reply
  2. AvatarSandra says

    Posted on 10/19/14 at 4:46 pm

    I’m around looking for interesting chocolate vegan recipes and I stumbled upon these yummy brownies… I’m definitely going to try them!
    I’ll be also following your beautiful blog!
    Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • AvatarCheryl Malik says

      Posted on 10/25/14 at 11:01 am

      Yum!! Thanks for following 🙂 Hope you try the brownies and love them!

      Reply
  3. AvatarSonica says

    Posted on 7/15/14 at 8:43 pm

    Great recipe, I will definitely try it out! Is there a Nutritional Guide available for this recipe? (ex. showing calorie count, amount of fat, protein, etc.)

    Reply
    • AvatarCheryl Malik says

      Posted on 7/15/14 at 9:09 pm

      Aw man, I don’t actually! I tried plugging the ingredients into a calculator but it’s asking all these nutty questions 🙁

      Reply
  4. AvatarKatie | Healthy Seasonal Recipes says

    Posted on 7/15/14 at 10:30 am

    I found you and these amazing looking and sounding brownies via Healthy Aperture. So glad to have discovered your blog Cheryl!

    Reply
    • AvatarCheryl Malik says

      Posted on 7/15/14 at 9:08 pm

      Thank you!! Glad you like! 🙂

      Reply
  5. AvatarEmily @ Zen & Spice says

    Posted on 7/15/14 at 10:07 am

    Wow this looks amazing! Now I really need to try a date. I have been seeing them everywhere!

    Reply
    • AvatarCheryl Malik says

      Posted on 7/15/14 at 9:08 pm

      They’re really amazing!! You’ve got to start using them 🙂

      Reply
  6. Avatarpam (Sidewalk Shoes) says

    Posted on 7/14/14 at 9:48 am

    I have never tried a raw brownie! You have convinced me!

    Reply
    • AvatarCheryl Malik says

      Posted on 7/14/14 at 9:52 am

      Ooooh, they are so tasty, really! I mean, of course they’re not a warm fudge brownie with ice cream on top but.. they’re so healthy you can eat them as a snack and feel good about it! Really, just, damn good. 😀

      Reply

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