My very first no-bake brownies can be found here, which were inspired by the super talented Sarah at My New Roots. What you need to know: 7 whole food ingredients, 1 food processor, 15 minutes required; refined sugar-free; tastes like dessert; rich in antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids; your friends and family will be in awe of your majestic healthy dessert-making abilities. Let’s do this!
Health Benefits of Hemp Seeds
Hemp seeds are packed with nutrition and offer a variety of health benefits:
Rich in vitamins and minerals, including B1, B2, B3, B6, folate, manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, selenium, iron, and potassium. (source) Excellent source of essential fatty acids (including alpha-linolenic acid, an important anti-inflammatory fat known as the plant omega-3). (source) Contain all of the essential amino acids (the building blocks of protein). (source) Used in Traditional Chinese Medicine as a moistening laxative and found in a variety of different formulations used to support health. (source)
Health Benefits of Walnuts
You know how walnuts are shaped like little brains? Well, some say that means they’re good for brain health! We aren’t sure that’s quite enough evidence to prove they’re good for you, but let’s explore what research does say about the health benefits of walnuts (source):
Rich source of essential fatty acids, including alpha-linolenic acid (that’s the anti-inflammatory fat found in hemp seeds, too) Full of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin E, B6, folate, copper, phosphorous, and manganese Contain a variety of antioxidants, including ellagic acid, catechin, and melatonin Have shown benefit in a variety of conditions, including human studies showing improvement in cardiovascular risk, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), diabetes, and cognitive performance
How to Make These Brownie Bites
To make these brownie bites, simply add your hemp seeds and walnuts to a food processor. Then add dates for binding and sweetness, cacao or cocoa powder for chocolaty brownie flavor, almond butter for richness and more binding, and a pinch of sea salt and vanilla for good measure. Then, blend into a clumpy dough. Then roll into balls. And say hello to super simple and decadent brownie bites! Enjoy as is or roll in cocoa or cacao powder for an even more intensely chocolaty treat. We hope you LOVE these brownie bites! They’re:FudgyChocolatyNaturally sweetNutty& Deceptively wholesome! Enjoy them as a snack or a healthier dessert any time a brownie craving strikes!
More No-Bake Brownie Recipes
5-Minute Espresso Walnut Brownies No-Bake Vegan Brownies with Chocolate Ganache 2-Layer No-Bake Peanut Butter Brownie Bars Healthy Brownie Granola Bars
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