RICH VEGAN CHOCOLATE BROWNIES » oil free, gluten free, refined sugar free and DELICIOUS!

[@veganmamafourgirls5370]

I know this comment is a bit late as you posted this recipe in April, but I made these brownies tonight and they were delicious. Loved by all! Our new go to brownie recipe :) Thank you!

[@consciouscaleb5990]

Super good

[@mariadiantherese9663]

This is genius! Seriously, this is going to make my Mom so happy when I surprise her with this. She's 89 years young and does she love it when I bake. Thank you!

[@LeeAnnahsCreations]

Jill !!! Today I made these brownies and in place of the Peanut Butter I used instead -- Applesauce!!!! Equal amounts... They are super moist and have even less fat. Thank you!

[@scienceislove2014]

That fat is so good for you... that would keep your cheeks fuller

[@Juicing369]

Great idea. I might do half a d half or use PB powder w very very low fat!

[@LeeAnnahsCreations]

@@henricookhealthy7359 I use 50-50 Applesauce and Nut/Seed Butter. And everything else is the same. No change.

[@LeeAnnahsCreations]

@@henricookhealthy7359 Yes, you can. Experiment. Find what you prefer. This comment is 2 years old, ... and I have found I prefer a little nut butter in the brownies because it gives a nicer flavor and texture.

[@LeeAnnahsCreations]

@@henricookhealthy7359 Run of the mill traditional oven

[@rhysseddon7279]

My mum made these and I haven't eaten normal cake for a few years now, and I couldn't tell the difference

[@eugeniamartin712]

NOTE FOR PEANUT ALLERGY SUFFERERS: The BEST substitute is not almond butter (too heavy & too strong of a flavor!) but MACADAMIA NUT BUTTER. I made a very fluffy creamy vegan "peanut butter pie" & brownies with macadamia nut butter for my 3 dozen cooking school participants, & it was yummed by ALL 😁🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@Stormyweld05]

I'm not that keen on brownies but my husband and son like them, so I thought I'd give this a go. WOW! My son and I were gobbling the dough before I even had a chance to put it onto the baking tray. It's incredible! I knew it was going to be good just by the smell of the smoke coming out of my food processor. 😜 My 7 year-old son gave your recipe "2 awesome thumbs!". 👍👍

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

👏👏👏👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@kellyklepfer]

These are seriously amazing. The only issue I had was that they were a smidge too dry and crumbly, maybe because I used home canned beans...I'm going to try adding a couple TBSP of applesauce next time with a TBSP flax seed. I've made several healthy brownies before with sweet potatoes, and black beans etc, but none have been keepers because texture has always been off-putting to me, too mushy. I love a thick, dense, fudgy, chewy brownie and these fit that description.

[@adeadcrab]

i like to soak the dates before i put them in the food processor!

[@gillywillybythesea]

I'm wondering if I should do that: my food processor never manages to liquify them!

[@marilenaiordanou405]

I made this 2 times already and it is what i needed to help me with my chocolate addiction. I love love love chocolate. I am slowly trying to find recipes to create a wfpb staples and this is another keeper. I really appreciate the fact that your recipes are always spot on and i know i can trust the result. Well done Jill, yet again. (Your pancakes are next :) )

[@lindalove8586]

try carob powder instead of cocoa powder

[@sherried79]

I am on week 4 of my lifestyle change to WFPB and the one thing I am missing is enough sweet stuff past fruit. I adore chocolate. I was looking for vegan desserts but all the ones I was finding contained sugar then I remembered your channel. Thank you for your wonderful recipes. I hope to buy a book soon.

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

Yay week 4! Keep up the great work 💪

[@martinaelise4]

What a great recipe 😍😋❤️I made these for the 1st time tonight. I topped half of the brownies with tart cherries. Wow. Most impressive. My husband enjoyed them too 😋

[@Burningtreeblood]

Daughter and I just made these, they’re cooling down and we’re so excited! Thank you! A recipe even a 5 yr old can help with! -we watched the video every step of the way, so she’s learning Whole Foods are as healthy as can be. Reinforcing no sugar and oil or refined foods.

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

That just made my day ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️😊😊😊😊😊😊😊 Thank you Luis

[@Burningtreeblood]

@@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow she saw you eat with a glass of soymilk and she asked for her almond milk. -we made your cashew cake too (cheese cake) we all loved it

[@sandracarli1110]

I used 1 medium apple and only half a C of peanut better. The taste was good, not overly sweet. I can imagine the richer taste when using a whole C of peanut butter! I checked the difference in nutrition with Cronometer, just ouf of curiosity. With 1 C of peanut butter there is 36% fat. With half a C there is 26 % fat. At the beginning, when it's warm, it's quite soft . It hardens up if you keep it in the fridge.

[@sdssds3933]

These are addictive...i added..1/4cup flax powder, chopped almonds and peanuts and cut down a bit of cocoa to 1/2 cup...thank you for the recipe

[@moniqueprouten9109]

My food processor was not big enough and I had to leave a few chickpea bits and finished mixing with my hands. They still turned out amazing and were delicious!

[@MrJorjazz]

Oops, I forgot the oat flour and it still turned out great! Thanks!

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

Good to know 👍

[@Laura3235]

Awesome! I was about to ask what I could sub for the oats. Thanks :)

[@sueg.k.6377]

Just made these and they are delicious! They are high in calorie, so for me they will have to be an occasional treat. I will say that my food processor was not big enough to handle the job, so I had to blend the ingredients 1/3 at a time. Worth the extra work!

[@charlottehodgson5093]

Just made some...... fabulous! Thank you Jill :)

[@donnamorrison1250]

Finally made these & they’re just out of the oven. I have a 9 cup food processor but, I had to take some of the dough out & pulse it in my Vitamix! I also added a few TBSPs of water to move things along .. I hope they taste even half as good as they smell!

[@speedskis777]

I can't believe that was chick peas and dates. That's amazing! I hope you'll do pancakes sometime too!

[@ginnymullins8982]

I just made these again...omg! so amazing...Thank you!

[@jimdaikh9381]

Thank you for another great recipe. These taste great and can't tell it's made with chickpeas. I keep feeling guilty eating them and have to remind myself they're healthy. Great job, Jill!

[@haileydonahueart4529]

I made this recipe a couple times and it was delicious! Thank you!

[@supenskylesko]

For those who want to avoid chocolate, carob powder would work well, too. 🙂❤️

[@eugeniamartin712]

Yes, I'm drooling....😉

[@CitiesForTheFuture2030]

I make my chickpeas from "scratch" - the initial soaking chickpea water is a good probiotic and can be used to make chickpea yoghurt using 3 -4 TBLS chickpea soaking chickpea water as the probiotic. Chickpea soaking water is also good for plants so can be used in the garden. The chickpea cooking water (or the water from the can) is aquafaba which is a good egg white replacement. It can be used to make butter, cream, frosting, meringues, awa mayonnaise (which does require quite a bit of oil). I've also seen aquafaba appear in other recipes too. So much one can make with chickpeas - flour, yoghurt, butter, mayonnaise, milk, tofu & tempeh, awa a protein replacement in many sweet & savoury recipes... even energy bars & brownies etc. Chickpea flour must be treated like regular flour - don't use it for non-baked goods unless it's baked in the oven first.

[@happyeat6937]

Hey Jill, as you know Valentines Day ❤ is coming and it is also my daughter birthday! Since years now I make many of your great cakes and we always enjoy together! 😊 She loves Brownies so I plan to make yours as I have Chickpeas cans on hand... I also have now 2 Square Pans 8x8 and 9x9 especially for your Blondies I bought the 9x9! Which one can I use for your Brownies to replace the heart mold you have please? 8x8 for thicker I guess but baking time? Please let me know.. Henri 🎉

[@JRL03]

Ohmuhwerd these look great!! Thank you!!😊

[@sarahb7055]

Amazing, thanks! Will do... My daughter asked me for muffins tomorrow, I guess I will use your recipe and put them in muffin molds a leave them a bit less time 😉

[@babaschild1]

You are SO EASY to watch! I have subscrbed as a supporting member! Thank you!

[@christinerutherford1780]

babaschild1 I agree

[@kristingrundtman6899]

Will try this today, looks wonderful

[@LS-lb7pw]

Thank you, will try this with carob power too!

[@patandcat4042]

Yummy can't wait to try and I absolutely love your content I'm new to plant based and your show has been so absolutely motivating and informational thank you thank you thank you for all you do.

[@godlyvegan6688]

This looks good .Gotta make these

[@delevator8755]

These were quite nice. I did however made a few changes/mistakes. For one, I substituted about 25% of the peanut butter amount with applesauce; and for two, halfway through mixing, I got scared that my poor cheap food processor wouldn't be able to handle the (very) dry mass, so I added a bit of water. As a result, as well as due to my old oven that doesn't heat up as much, the baked product was moist and dense rather than "dry and crumbly". I would have welcomed dry and crumbly xD Anyway, I will repeat one day and will follow the recipe to the dot, see what comes out. I still liked the taste anyway.

[@gillywillybythesea]

delevator, I followed the recipe to a T, and it still came out crumbly (I also have a poor old food processor that is not quite up to the job!), although surprisingly moist, given how dry it looked. I definitely need to invest in a more powerful food processor, and I think that will make the difference - my dates don't break down to mush, currently, but with a new food processor hopefully it'll do the trick and I'll have an end product that's a little more cohesive and holds together better. (I did note that even Jill's brownie fell apart, so guess I"m not too far off the mark!). Hope you've tried the recipe again and are happier with the results :)

[@surfdetective]

Almost could taste it while waiting for you to take a bite...guess I have to go back, cause I didn't see what temp or time...thankyou

[@nicolelevesque3420]

looks good but you didn't say how much peanut butter to put in. It looks like more then a cup?

[@miss.apprehended]

Was contemplating making brownies today.. 🔮guess this is an omen make brownies. Thank y💖u for a great gluten & oil + sugar free recipe🙏

[@godlyvegan6688]

I like the calories so this is great I made them. Yu.mmmmm love them thanks

[@INXPhase]

live saver channel. stay healthy ppl

[@theresekirkpatrick3337]

Hmm ive tried using black beans they worked nice as well

[@waniesworld7256]

Thanks! Tasty treat. I haven't found enough vegan, gluten free recipes.

[@Kariyobinga]

Omg salty caramel bananas! What an idea! 🤩😁

[@joannepereira5080]

I wish was anything I could replace the baking powder & baking Soda I’m allergic 🤞 So yummy looks so good 😊 thank You 💕

[@linamizzi6268]

Wow love your recipes especially desserts I'll give them a try 😋

[@giselleplantbasedvegan9174]

I make these much simpler without the peanut butter and they come very moist as muffins. Love using chickpeas this way. This is the first channel I’ve come across that takes time in every video to talk about ‘crowd funding’, I believe others refer to it as Patreon and donations. Is it the same? I just skip past it because I don’t like being solicited every time. Appreciate the recipes. Was wondering if the channel is receiving revenue from KZbin? I’m not really sure how it all works.

[@poochyface3696]

I've made them twice and they are very good and very rich it gives me heartburn. Lol

[@HeatherValentineMsFoodie]

You can do this with cooked quinoa too 😁 I agree Hershey’s dark is awesome in brownies and it is the only thing I use it for 😂🤣

[@ThomasG1971]

This just made me HUNGRY ... also I would suggest pulsing the Chickpea until it was a bit mushy ... just so it would blend easier ... but that is just me :D

[@mattloves2live]

Awesome video...can I use dried prunes instead of dates?

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

Probably

[@robertjurkowski465]

Definitely another recipe of yours were gonna try.

[@joanwright4921]

What do you think of carob? I haven’t seen many recipes using it but it is far better for you with no caffeine or bromine at all and full of fiber. Would work really well here. Just a thought.

[@franciellimoodie3637]

I don’t think caffeine is a concern for her, she cooks with coffee which have way more caffeine than chocolate., but that’s an individual choice, which we should respect.

[@laillanasgigi830]

My mouth was watering, I’ll gonna do it

[@charlessylvia5483]

HI Jill, On Your Birthday Chocolate cake frosting made from Cashews, it went sour very fast. We did not have room in the fridge for the cake and it was left out in a covered cake dish. It lasted about five days and we had to chuck it. CS SYLVIA

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

Hi Charles, it is important to keep these foods in the refrigerator. I wouldn’t expect a cake to keep on the counter for 5 days as there are no preservatives or chemicals in it to keep it from decomposing.

[@natsunflower3805]

Your heart touched my heart

[@JudiVentress]

Yum! Yes! I must! I will! Make this! 😊👍😋 (Have your every tried thus with almond butter?)

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

I haven’t but it would work great 👍

[@komaganpp3025]

Immediate subscriber....delicious...and thank you for your compassion on animals

[@Bushcraft242]

Thank you team

[@veganmamafourgirls5370]

This looks delish! Thank you Jill :)

[@sonjak911]

Yum. I am making these immediately!!!!!

[@kakaakemi678]

I need to try it!!!!!!

[@kristintindall3350]

Well im finally trying them. Let's see how they taste later.

[@kristintindall3350]

Well the batter is absolutely delicious.. But I got a new processor for my bday. Kitchen Aid pretty good brand. But it starts smoking. So I started reading what the processor will do. It states that only fill like 3/4 if I'm making Almond butter. I'm just comparing. And I had the processor full. Any go them mad ebut the food processor was smoking. So I was thinking about getting the one you have. Please any advice. Thank you so much with all these recipes.

[@gulnaaznarang3373]

Do 2 cans make 3 cups chickpeas (as needed for this recipe) or does each can make 3 cups?

[@christinerutherford1780]

Can u put half PB and half apple sauce ( just apples)? So it’s less fatty

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

Haven’t tried that but I would say go for it 👍

[@gelbsucht947]

Great idea! 👍🏻

[@marilenaiordanou405]

I was thinking the same think. I hope you let us know how it turned out :)

[@christinerutherford1780]

It turned out delicious

[@silversagerae6353]

Funny I was thinking the exact same thing lol

[@LifeWithMrsB]

yum!! going to make these tomorrow with my kids :D

[@autumnusrey7609]

You are the bomb!! I just appreciate you so much

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

Thank you Autumn ❤️

[@peachesandsugar1]

What can you use instead of baking soda and baking powder?

[@marleneroseman5136]

What would be the equivalent if using date paste instead of whole dates? They do look yummy!

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

I haven’t tried it but I’m thinking it would be just a little bit less.

[@robertkribs9513]

I can't imagine you would use 1.5 cups! Even 1 cup seems like a lot. I am going to try it on my next batch.

[@dianem3012]

Those look so good. Thank you! The batter is super thick, do you think we could make cookies out of it?

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

That is a great idea 👍

[@reshmaangeth3764]

Easy to follow

[@HappyHungryHibby]

Thanks for sharing this, I totally enjoyed this recipe, to the extent of covering my own version, which I've just edited and filmed my own version. Your channel is totally inspiring and I've given you a shout out and linked your channel. I usually don't do many sweet recipes or baking but wanted to cover something for our upcoming Royal Platinum Jubilee celebrations this week, here in the UK. Keep up the great work & inspiration. James ?;^D

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

Thank you James

[@michellebackus2515]

sorry I put so many garbanzos on my salad tonight! I'll have to soak some more and make this tomorrow!

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

👍😂😂😂😂

[@potterylady44]

Lmaoooooooo

[@ellenskitchen2070]

This looks delicious! Can’t wait to try 😍

[@delevator8755]

So just to make sure, are you using cocoa powder (the processed thing that almost always comes with sugar and is ready to stir into a drink etc.), or the raw cacao power used in patisserie? Since this is WFPB I'm assuming you meant cacao, not cocoa? Sorry if this question is confusing to you, reason might be there are different products being sold in the US vs. here in Europe. Google says that "cocoa" is just heat-processed and "as a result" tastes sweeter. My experience where I have lived is that processed cacao (="cocoa") always comes with a bunch of sugar and is mostly meant to make instant cacao beverages with, it is packaged and marketed that way, and sweetened accordingly. In contrast, raw cacao powder doesn't readily dissolve in liquids and is bitter to the taste, so it needs to be boiled or otherwise cooked. My question is mostly regarding the level of sweetness - if you're using something that is already much sweeter than the raw powder I have, I'd need to adjust the amount of dates.

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

It is the raw cocoa powder. 👍

[@gillywillybythesea]

In the UK, cocoa powder is pretty much the same as cacao. If it has sugar added it's called drinking chocolate (or hot chocolate) powder.

[@fransmirnoff7822]

What would these taste like with Cacao

[@northernlight108]

Thanks! Awesome

[@susanhobby4962]

Can you use any other nut like almond.

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

Yes

[@drwizbang]

Funny, I've ordered her book and it`s arriving at my door in just a couple of hours. :) I`m hoping it smells like chocolate brownies... Just saying.

[@lizanneschader3025]

Is this 2 cups of peanut butter? I don't think you say in the video. Can't wait to try these!

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

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[@linamizzi6268]

I make my own peanut butter just peanuts only do you think that will be okay for this recipe keep up your good work 👌

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

Yes, but you might add a little water while it is blending because it might be too dry to mix well

[@Whiskur]

These look delicious and SO happy it’s gluten free! (Noticed lately I’ve had huge issues with gluten so this is a life saver)! Do you have any recommendation of what to replace PB with, I’m thinking Tahini may be a bit bitter and almond butter may be as well? If anything the dates should sweeten it up good enough. My husband isn’t the biggest peanut (/peanut butter fan). Also, what type of dates did you use? Assume medjool? :) Have a beautiful day ahead. Thank you for providing such amazing content! (Ethical vegan since 2016 and planning on introducing more whole food recipes vs junk food) :)

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

Almond butter would be perfect 👍 not bitter at all. I usually use medjool dates but these were deglet. Worked fine, maybe just not as sweet as medjool. ❤️

[@Whiskur]

The Whole Food Plant Based Cooking Show Thanks for the reply. Noted! Super excited! Sending you and yours much love. Continue to take care of yourselves and stay safe! :)

[@jessalinnguyen1504]

This looks amazing! I just had to click because the thumbnail looks delicious!

[@catherinereed7709]

Can you share which brand of food processor, blender you use. Is there one that does it all or do you need different one for specific tasks?

[@noonmanji2086]

If I don't use peanut butter, could I use apple sauce instead? I want less fat, Mcdougall style plant based. Thanks in advance 🙏

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

I think it will work but it will change the texture a bit 👍

[@shelleyanne3522]

Looks yum Jill. I haven't any of the silicone pans. Do you think it would stick if I just lined a tray with parchment paper?

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

That will work fine 👍

[@shelleyanne3522]

@@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow okay thanks heaps

[@Kightlywhispers]

Are you able to use rice flour

[@laurieanne9712]

O my! Definitely would be calling my name on a sleepless night! Yum!

[@godlyvegan6688]

Which brand food processor is that

[@rrhodes7594]

Wow 😮 do think the baking time would be the same in a silicone cupcake mold?

[@claudiaprice1018]

Love your recipes. Would like to make this but do not have this type of blender. What do you suggest?

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

Food processor?

[@happyeat6937]

Hi dear Jill, This is my daughter birthday and your Silicone heart mold is cute! Would be perfect for her but dont have this mold..is it a 9inch? what other size can I use? A 9inch Springform pan or 10x8 like Blondies? Can we substitute Chickpeas with Black Beans?

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

The heart shaped pan is basically 9 inches. You could use the 9 inch springform. I haven’t tried subbing the chickpeas but I think it would work

[@happyeat6937]

@@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow Hey Jill thanks! I made your Brownie by the past with Chicpeas, but I guess Black Beans should work and they have already the Chocolate Color besides 😅!

[@sheldonmckenzieel2552]

For the recipes that you recommend only the food processor, do you think a Vitamix would also work?

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

No

[@tracywood8487]

im trying to lose weight but would love to make this and portion myself a piece.a day. How long do you think this will last? should I keep in in the fridge?

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

It will last for a couple weeks in the fridge 👍

[@LoveIsInTheHouse]

Does it taste like chickpeas? Just wondering thinking of trying this tomorrow

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

No, it doesn’t 👍❤️

[@loisdannunzio9952]

Is it 1 cup peanut butter? And how long did you bake it?

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

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[@LindaCasey]

Can you taste the chickpeas? Also, what if you used applesauce instead of peanut butter? Yams instead of chickpea?

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

I don’t think they taste like chickpeas at all. I haven’t tried those substitutes, sorry.

[@robertkribs9513]

definitely can't taste the chickpeas

[@eveline2495]

Hi Jill, what is the size of your cup in milligrams? These were delicious, thank you 🥰

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

208,000 mg

[@eveline2495]

@@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow thank you🎂

[@j.s.188]

Got to try this. How do you substitute home cooked chickpeas for the store bought cans (by weight / cup measurement)

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

3 cups 👍

[@j.s.188]

@@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow Thank you so much

[@j.s.188]

I did make it in my blender & it was super easy. They are extremely gooey & surprisingly can't tell the taste of the chickpeas. I added extra dates for the sweetness

[@larrytemp3063]

CAN I USE THE BROWNIE AS A CRUST BASE FOR A CHEESECAKE?

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

Absolutely! yum.

[@sylviafernandes5240]

For how long do we keep it in the oven? And at what temperature in centigrade?

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

176 C for 30 minutes

[@carolyncollins5367]

If you can't have peanuts, can you substitute with Almond or Hazelnut butter ?

[@wholefoodplantbasedcookingshow]

Absolutely 👍