Description

These healthy, sugar-free brownies are everything you love about dessert—rich, moist, and deeply chocolatey—without any of the guilt. Made with natural sweeteners like medjool dates and applesauce, and wholesome ingredients like almond flour and unsweetened cocoa, these brownies offer a clean-eating indulgence that’s perfect for those avoiding refined sugar. Optional sugar-free chocolate chips elevate the flavor, while a simple preparation method ensures they’re easy to make for any skill level.

Ingredients

1 cup medjool dates, pitted and soaked in warm water for 10 minutes
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
2 large eggs
½ cup almond flour
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ cup coconut oil, melted
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
½ cup dark chocolate chips (sugar-free or 85%+ cacao, optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

In a food processor, blend soaked dates and applesauce until smooth.

Add eggs, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Blend again until combined.

In a separate bowl, whisk together almond flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.

Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until fully incorporated. Fold in dark chocolate chips if using.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.

Bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.

Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Notes

Sweetness level: These brownies are naturally sweetened but not overly sweet. Adjust date quantity slightly if you prefer a sweeter taste.
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Serving suggestions: Enjoy on their own or pair with sugar-free coconut whipped cream or fresh berries.
Customizations: Add walnuts, swirl in nut butter, or spice things up with cinnamon or chili powder for a Mexican twist.
Portions: Makes 9 to 12 brownies depending on preferred size.