[Recipe] Fudgy & Nutty Chocolate Brownies

Find this recipe, and others, in Coach Harry's Favorite High-Performance Recipes

Ingredients

• 1 cup walnuts
• 1 1/3 cup dates, pitted
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 1-3 tsp ground maca (optional)
• ~1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional, for topping)

Instructions

1. process the walnuts and dates in a food processor until well-combined
2. add the cocoa powder, peanut butter and maca, if using. process until the mixture becomes dough-like
3. press the dough onto a plate and press the chopped nuts into the top, if using
4. cover with tin-foil, refrigerate for at least an hour and then enjoy!

Why Coach Harry Likes It

This is one of the chocolatiest desserts I've ever had, even counting non-whole food, plant-based recipes. It's calorically dense, which means it should be eaten in moderation, but also means it's perfect for refueling before or after exercise. Maca also has some reported benefits for sexual drive and function - even if it doesn't, it imparts a earthy and sweet taste to this already decadent treat.