No-Bake Vegan Brownies with Chocolate Ganache

Ingredients:

For the Brownies:

• 1 cup walnuts
• 1 cup dates, pitted
• 1/2 cup almond butter
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt

For the Chocolate Ganache:

• 1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup coconut milk

Instructions:

For the Brownies:

1. Prepare the Pan: Line a square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
2. Blend the Base: In a food processor, combine walnuts, dates, almond butter, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Blend until the mixture forms a sticky, uniform dough.
3. Press into Pan: Transfer the brownie mixture into the prepared pan. Use your hands or a spatula to press it evenly into the pan, creating a smooth surface.
4. Chill: Place the pan in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 1-2 hours to firm up.

For the Chocolate Ganache:

1. Melt Chocolate: In a small saucepan or using a double boiler, melt the dairy-free chocolate chips over low heat. Stir continuously to prevent burning.
2. Add Coconut Milk: Once the chocolate is melted, gradually stir in the coconut milk until you achieve a smooth and glossy ganache.
3. Cool: Allow the ganache to cool slightly, but not to the point of hardening.

Assembling:

1. Pour Ganache: Remove the chilled brownie base from the refrigerator. Pour the chocolate ganache over the brownies, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
2. Chill Again: Place the brownies back in the refrigerator to let the ganache set for about 30 minutes.
3. Slice and Serve: Once the ganache has been set, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the brownies out of the pan. Place them on a cutting board and slice into squares.
4. Enjoy! Serve these delicious no-bake vegan brownies with chocolate ganache and enjoy the rich, fudgy goodness!