Raw Peppermint Brownies

I love brownies, and this raw version is the one I make most often. I love the flavour and gooey consistency of these brownies, and love the fact they are actually healthy. And because they have peppermint oil in them, they also make for a great after dinner treat. 

Makes about 12

what you need

2 cups walnuts

2 1/2 cups medjool dates, pitted

1 cup raw cacao

1/2 cup almonds

1 teaspoon vanilla powder

4 drops culinary peppermint oil (I use doTERRA oil)

Pinch of salt

1 cup of unsalted pistachios and extra drop of peppermint oil

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what to do

To make the crumble place the pistachios and peppermint oil in a small processor and buzz until a nice crumble consistent forms. 

Place walnuts in a food processor and blend until finely ground. Add the cacao, vanilla, salt and pulse. While the machine is running, add the dates one at a time and blend until the mixture presses together. Then add three drops of the peppermint oil and pulse to combine. Add the almonds and pulse a few times until they are roughly chopped.

Press into a lined brownie tray and cover with the pistachio and mint crumble. Place in the fridge and allow to harden for a few hours or overnight. Store in an airtight container.

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