Gluten-Free Raw Chipotle Cacao Brownies

You can make these raw chipotle cacao brownies without gluten. They have a great mix of dark chocolate, sweet dates, and a little smokey chipotle spice. You can enjoy them without feeling bad because they're simple to make.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup raw almonds


• 1 cup pitted dates


• 1/2 cup raw cacao powder


• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup


• 2 tsp chipotle powder


• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract


• Pinch of sea salt

Instructions:

Place the raw almonds in a food processor and pulse until finely ground

Add the pitted dates, raw cacao powder, chipotle powder, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt to the food processor

Process until the mixture sticks together and forms a dough-like consistency

Line a square baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal

Press the brownie mixture evenly into the lined baking dish, using your hands or a spatula to flatten it

Drizzle the pure maple syrup over the top of the brownie mixture

Place the brownies in the refrigerator and let them set for at least 1 hour

Once set, remove the brownies from the refrigerator, lift them out of the dish using the parchment paper overhang, and cut them into squares

Serve and enjoy your gluten-free raw chipotle cacao brownies!