Print

Easy No-Bake Brownies with Cocoa Powder

easy no-bake brownies - featured image
Print Recipe

A quick and easy no-bake brownie recipe using cocoa powder, oats, and nut butter for a rich, fudgy, and chocolatey dessert perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup (90g) rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup (125g) natural peanut butter or almond butter
  • 1/3 cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Optional add-ins:
  • 1/4 cup (30g) chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare your pan: Line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) pan with parchment paper, leaving a bit hanging over the edges for easy removal later. (5 minutes)
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, cocoa powder, and salt. Stir to distribute evenly. (3 minutes)
  3. Add wet ingredients: Warm peanut butter and honey slightly (about 20 seconds in microwave or over double boiler). Add vanilla extract and whisk until smooth and glossy. (5 minutes)
  4. Combine wet and dry: Pour the warm peanut butter and honey mixture into the dry ingredients. Fold together with a spatula or wooden spoon until fully combined and thick but sticky. Add a teaspoon of water or almond milk if too dry. (4 minutes)
  5. Optional add-ins: Fold in chopped nuts, mini chocolate chips, or seeds. (2 minutes)
  6. Press into pan: Transfer batter into prepared pan and press down evenly and firmly using the back of a spoon or lightly wet fingers. (3 minutes)
  7. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set (90 minutes minimum but firmer with more time).
  8. Serve: Lift brownies out using parchment edges and cut into squares. Keep refrigerated until ready to enjoy.

Notes

Warm the peanut butter and honey to avoid clumps and ensure smooth batter. Use rolled oats for best texture. Chill brownies long enough for firm texture and easier cutting. Press mixture firmly into pan to prevent crumbling. For cleaner cuts, warm knife under hot water and dry before slicing.

Nutrition

Keywords: no-bake brownies, cocoa powder brownies, quick dessert, easy brownies, no oven dessert, healthy brownies, vegan brownies option, gluten-free brownies

Find it online: https://gleefulfork.com/easy-no-bake-brownies-with-cocoa-powder-perfect-for-quick-desserts/