Sweet Fudgy Treats (Printable Version)
Chocolate-packed brownies naturally sweetened with soft dates. Decadent, rich bites with hints of caramel flavor.
# Ingredients:
→ Liquid Ingredients
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16 Medjool dates with pits removed (around 3/4 pound)
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1 teaspoon of vanilla
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4 large eggs left out to reach room temperature
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1 stick of unsalted butter
→ Powdered Ingredients
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1/4 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder
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1/4 cup regular all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon table salt
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1 1/2 cups of sugar-free chocolate chips, divided
# Steps:
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Set your oven to 350°F to preheat. Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment, leaving a bit over the sides for easy lifting
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In a big bowl that’s safe for the microwave, heat 1 cup of the chocolate chips with the butter. Do 30 seconds at a time, stirring after each, until smooth. Let it cool a little
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Use a high-speed blender to puree the dates and eggs together. It should take around a minute to get a smooth texture with no big date chunks
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Stir the blended eggs and dates into the chocolate-butter mix. Keep whisking for about a minute until everything comes together. Add in the vanilla and mix again
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In a small bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold this mixture into the chocolate batter. Make sure no dry spots are left
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Add the rest of the chocolate chips to the batter. Pour it into your prepared pan and smooth it out evenly
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Place the pan in the oven and bake 20–25 minutes. The edges should set, but the center will stay a little gooey
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Let the dish cool for half an hour. Then, cut it into 16 squares and enjoy
# Notes:
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Using dates instead of processed sugar adds a natural caramel taste
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Bring your eggs to room temperature for better mixing