A beautiful, wide shot of several fudgy date sweetened brownies stacked imperfectly on a minimalist white plate, adorned with a light dusting of cocoa powder. The plate rests on marble countertops with a subtle wooden accent in the background. Natural morning light from the east window casts soft shadows. Fresh herbs are visible in the background, out of focus. The scene is clean, tidy, and has warm tones, emphasizing the brownies' rich, deep chocolate color and incredibly yummy texture, without any hands or people.

Date Sweetened Brownies: Fudgy, Flourless, & Easy

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A delicious and appealing shot of a single fudgy date sweetened brownie on a minimalist white plate, placed on the wooden cutting board. The angle is slightly from above, showcasing its gooey center and dense, rich texture with small, artful crumbs around it. Natural morning light highlights the chocolatey sheen, and soft shadows add depth. Fresh herbs are subtly visible in the background, without any hands or people.

Date Sweetened Brownies

Oh, there are just some days when nothing else will satisfy that deep craving for a rich, intensely fudgy brownie, but you’re also hoping for something a little kinder to your sweet tooth. That’s precisely the delightful dilemma these Date Sweetened Brownies solve, making them an absolute staple in my kitchen. I still vividly recall the mix of skepticism and hopeful anticipation I felt during my first experiment using dates as a sweetener.

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The result was nothing short of astonishing: a batch so unbelievably delicious, deeply chocolatey, and incredibly satisfying, I honestly almost couldn’t believe they were flourless and completely refined-sugar-free! This recipe is about so much more than just cutting out sugar; it’s about embracing the incredible, nuanced, caramel-like depth that dates effortlessly bring to baked goods, transforming a classic into a wholesome indulgence without sacrificing an ounce of that coveted dense, fudgy texture.

It was a true kitchen adventure that yielded pure magic, and now sharing this incredible secret of perfectly fudgy, naturally sweet brownies has become one of my absolute favorite joys with friends and family. If you’re looking for even more brownie inspiration, be sure to check out my incredibly easy foolproof fudgy brownies no mixer recipe right here on BakeMode, or for another perspective on this wholesome delight, you might enjoy exploring this similar Date Sweetened Brownies (Fudgy & Flourless) recipe on TasteCharm.

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Date Sweetened Brownies: Fudgy, Flourless, & Easy

Recipe by MayaCourse: DessertsCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

300

kcal

These Date Sweetened Brownies are incredibly fudgy, intensely chocolatey, and completely flourless! Naturally sweetened with dates, they offer a wholesome twist on a classic decadent dessert, perfect for a healthier treat.

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups pitted Medjool dates (about 250g)

  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

  • ½ cup almond flour

  • ¼ cup melted coconut oil

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • ½ teaspoon baking soda

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ½ cup chocolate chips (optional, for extra richness)

Directions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal.
  • Place the pitted dates in a heatproof bowl and cover them with boiling water. Let them soak for 10-15 minutes until very soft. Drain well.
  • In a food processor, combine the soaked dates, cocoa powder, almond flour, melted coconut oil, eggs, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt. Process until the mixture is smooth and well combined, scraping down the sides as needed. It should be thick and sticky.
  • If using, gently fold in the chocolate chips.
  • Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly with a spatula.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs, not wet batter. Be careful not to overbake, as they can dry out quickly.
  • Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting out and cutting into squares. This is crucial for fudgy texture!

Notes

    • Medjool Magic: Using high-quality, soft Medjool dates is key to the fudgy texture and natural sweetness. If your dates are a bit dry, soak them a little longer until they are truly tender for easier blending and a smoother batter.
    • Don’t Overbake: These flourless brownies can go from perfectly fudgy to slightly dry very quickly. Keep a close eye on them; the toothpick test should show moist crumbs, not a clean stick, to ensure maximum fudginess.
    • Chill for Clean Cuts: While tempting to dig in immediately, letting these brownies cool completely and even chilling them for an hour or two makes them much easier to slice into neat, fudgy squares. Patience is a virtue here!

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