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Vegan Berry Brownie Parfaits

Vegan Berry Brownie Parfaits | Vegan and Paleo Friendly | Gluten, Grain, Dairy, and Refined Sugar FreeMy hubby has been out of town for the last few days and aside from missing him terribly, I’ve been busy trying to keep everything running without a hitch—teaching, cleaning, cooking, working, photographing, parenting…there’s a lot to do when you’re a stay at home-working-homeschool mom!

Truthfully, I usually get more done when my hubby’s away, because instead of vegging on the couch watching our shows each evening, I resort to doing the things I hate would normally put off, like laundry and housework, eagerly awaiting his homecoming.

Even after 18 years of marriage, I still miss him when he’s away. ❤️

Vegan Berry Brownie Parfaits | Vegan and Paleo Friendly | Gluten, Grain, Dairy, and Refined Sugar FreeI made us a special treat on our last night before dad’s return. I mean, I do want to be known as the fun parent every once in a while too…dad shouldn’t get all the credit!  
Vegan Berry Brownie Parfaits | Vegan and Paleo Friendly | Gluten, Grain, Dairy, and Refined Sugar FreeVegan Berry Brownie Parfaits | Vegan and Paleo Friendly | Gluten, Grain, Dairy, and Refined Sugar FreeThe nice thing about this dessert is that it’s made with wholesome ingredients, like avocado, walnuts, dates, and berries. My kids get a special treat and I can feel good about the fact that there’s no additives or artificial sweeteners. It’s truly a win-win situation. 

Vegan Berry Brownie Parfaits | Vegan and Paleo Friendly | Gluten, Grain, Dairy, and Refined Sugar FreeYep, I’d say it was definitely win for us all. 

Vegan Berry Brownie Parfaits
 
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These brownie parfaits are full of healthy ingredients and both vegan and paleo friendly! Great snack or dessert and free of gluten, grains, dairy, and refined sugars!
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Recipe type: Dessert, Gluten-Free, Vegan
Serves: 3-4 servings
Ingredients
Parfaits:
  • brownie bits
  • chocolate avocado pudding
  • coconut whipped cream
  • chocolate sauce, optional
  • fresh berries
  • sprigs of mint for garnish, optional
No-Bake Brownie:
Chocolate Avocado Pudding:
  • 2 small just ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
  • ⅓ – ½ cup maple syrup or other sweetener of choice, start with less and add more to taste
  • 3–4 tablespoons dark cocoa or cacao powder
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch of salt
Whipped Coconut Cream:
  • 1–2 cans full-fat coconut milk or coconut cream (not cream of coconut) refrigerated overnight
  • 8 oz vegan cream cheese, optional
  • 1–3 tablespoons honey, maple syrup, or powdered sugar, more or less to taste
Chocolate Sauce: (optional)
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • 3 tablespoons cocoa or cacao powder
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1–2 teaspoons water, if needed to thin
Instructions
No-Bake Brownie:
  1. Place walnuts and dates into a food processor and pulse until mixture is crumbly. Add cocoa powder and pinch of salt and continue to process until mixture is thoroughly combined and begins to hold together when pressed.
  2. Pour mixture into a small pan (I used a bread pan) lined with parchment paper, and press evenly into the pan. Cover and refrigerate while you're making the other parts of the recipe.
  3. When you're ready to use the brownies, remove from the pan and cut into bite-sized chunks.
Chocolate Avocado Pudding:
  1. Rinse out your processor and add avocados, ⅓ cup maple syrup, 3 tablespoons cocoa powder, coconut oil, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Blend until creamy and smooth. Taste and add extra sweetener or cocoa powder to suit your taste. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
Whipped Coconut Cream:
  1. The cream cheese is optional, but if you have decided to use it, place it into a mixing bowl and beat until creamy.
  2. Open cold cans of coconut milk and discard any liquid. Place the firm coconut cream into the mixing bowl with the cream cheese and beat together with the mixer until well blended. Add sweetener and continue to beat until fluffy. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
Chocolate Sauce:
  1. Whisk maple syrup and cocoa together in a medium bowl. Mix in vanilla. If mixture is too thick, stir in a splash of water to thin. If too thin, blend in a bit more cocoa powder until it reaches desired consistency.
Putting the parfaits together:
  1. Place a handful of brownie bites into each glass. Top with a dollop of pudding, then fresh berries and a spoonful of coconut cream. Repeat the process one more time and finish with chocolate sauce and fresh berries. Makes 3-4 servings

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  2. This looks amazing. I have all of the ingredients on-hand with the exception of the avocados. Once I pick those up, I’ll definitely give this a try. Also, just wanted to say that the photography is beautiful. 🙂

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  3. I’m actually the same way when my husband goes out of town—- sometimes I’m even more productive than when he is here (maybe because I’m less distracted haha)!. But I also do miss him terribly, so it definitely is SO nice to have him back after a few days away. These look AMAZING! You definitely win cool parent awards on this one 😉

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  14. These brownie parfaits sound amazing! I have to try this recipe! It looks so decadent and yet in a healthy way! Yummy Joscelyn! and as usual you know I love your pics so!

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    • Thank you so much, Minna! I’m trying to learn video so I’m challenging myself to make at least a couple a month for now. 🙂 I agree, berries and chocolate are one of the best combos!! Very photogenic too!! ❤️

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