No-Bake Brownie Bites

Introduction

No-Bake Brownie Bites deliver the rich, chocolatey satisfaction of classic brownies—without ever turning on the oven. They’re irresistibly fudgy, naturally gluten-free, and require only a handful of ingredients found in most pantries. If you need a fast, crowd-pleasing dessert for any gathering or simply want a sweet, healthy treat that comes together in minutes, these brownie bites are your answer.

Simple, Decadent, and No Oven Required

What sets these No-Bake Brownie Bites apart is their simplicity. In under 15 minutes, you can have a batch of bittersweet, chewy bites that boast all the satisfaction of baked brownies—but with a bonus: they’re portable, less messy, and perfect for both kids and adults. The blend of cocoa, dates, and walnuts creates a lush, deep flavor profile, making them as suitable for a lunchbox snack as they are for dessert platters.

Gathering and Prepping Ingredients

For this recipe, you’ll need Medjool dates (for natural sweetness and binding), raw walnuts, almond meal, unsweetened cocoa powder, a touch of sea salt, and pure vanilla extract. Having a powerful blender or food processor is essential to get the right, fudgy texture. The Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender, Black makes quick work of dense dates and nuts, ensuring the brownie “dough” comes together perfectly smooth.

Crafting the Perfect Brownie Bite

Pulse walnuts and dates together until a sticky dough forms, then work in cocoa powder and almond meal. This mixture should be easy to roll into balls without falling apart. If your kitchen scale is handy, use it to weigh each bite for consistent sizing—something the Amazon Basics Digital Kitchen Scale with LCD Display can help with efficiently.

Shaping, Storing, and Serving Ideas

With clean hands, shape the dough into bite-sized balls. For easy cleanup and to prevent sticking, line your tray with a strip from the Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll, 45 Square Feet before chilling. These bites can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container, such as Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup), to lock in freshness and rich flavor for up to a week.

These bites are delicious as-is or rolled in extra cocoa powder, shredded coconut, or finely chopped nuts for an elegant finish. Serve as a quick dessert, a lunchbox treat, or an after-dinner pick-me-up.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields about 16–18 brownie bites. With whole-food ingredients and no added sugar, each bite typically contains approximately 80–90 calories, 2g protein, and healthy fats from nuts. They’re a wholesome indulgence fit for nearly any occasion.

Irresistible No-Bake Brownie Bites (Recap)

No-Bake Brownie Bites combine bold chocolate flavor with pure convenience. Their easy assembly, minimal mess, and unbeatably fudgy texture make them a surefire hit for snackers of all ages.

Instructions

1. Add walnuts to your Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender, Black or food processor and pulse until fine and crumbly.
2. Add pitted dates and blend until the mixture starts to clump and holds together when pressed between your fingers.
3. Add cocoa powder, almond meal, sea salt, and vanilla extract. Blend until all ingredients are evenly incorporated and a sticky, cohesive dough forms.
4. Line a tray or plate with a piece of Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll, 45 Square Feet. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions, rolling each into a firm ball—use the Amazon Basics Digital Kitchen Scale with LCD Display for uniformity if desired.
5. Optionally, roll each ball in cocoa powder, finely shredded coconut, or chopped nuts for a pretty finish.
6. Place bites on the parchment-lined tray and refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes. Store leftover bites in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup) for freshness.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Chill Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Enjoy these rich, no-fuss No-Bake Brownie Bites—perfect for busy days, gatherings, or any time you crave a chocolate treat without the wait!