No-Bake Chocolate Prune Brownies

Prunes and chocolate have a high taste affinity. These healthy no-bake brownies are a winner!

Serves: about 14-16 small squares

Prep Time: 10 min
Cooking Time: 0 min
Total:  10 min

Ingredients

1 1/4 cups raw walnut pieces, divided
1 cup unsalted roasted almonds
2 cups soft pitted prunes
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup 70 % cacao vegan dark chocolate chips

Directions

1. In a food processor process prunes until small bits form. Transfer to a separate bowl. 
2. Place 1 cup walnuts and almonds in the food processor and pulse until a fine ground powder forms. Add cocoa powder, chocolate chips, pulsing to combine.
3. Add small amounts of prune pieces through the feeding tube while processing. When consistency has become dough-like, stop processing. The dough should easily stick together when pressed with your hands.
4. Transfer mixture to a bowl and add remaining walnuts. Stir to combine.
5. Line a square or rectangular baking dish with parchment paper and transfer dough. Press firmly with your hands, spreading dough to 1" thickness.
6. Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes and cut into small squares using a sharp knife. Dust with cocoa powder if desired and keep refrigerated until eating.