Description
Bake these easy sweet potato brownies for a naturally sweet, chocolatey treat. They are moist, fudgy, and perfect for a guilt-free dessert or wholesome chocolate snack. This recipe is adaptable for gluten-free diets.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked and mashed sweet potato (about 1 large sweet potato)
- 1/2 cup melted coconut oil or butter
- 1 cup maple syrup (for naturally sweetened brownies)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup almond flour (for gluten free brownies)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- If using, gently fold in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes. The edges should look set, and a toothpick inserted near the center should come out with moist crumbs attached, not wet batter.
- Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting. Cooling helps achieve the fudgiest texture.
- Slice into squares and enjoy your healthy sweet potato dessert!
Notes
- For a vegan sweet potato treat, substitute the eggs with flax eggs (2 tablespoons ground flaxseed mixed with 6 tablespoons water, let sit for 5 minutes).
- If you prefer a less sweet brownie, reduce the maple syrup by 2 tablespoons.
- Baking time may vary; check frequently after 20 minutes to prevent overbaking, which can reduce fudginess.
- This recipe is naturally sweetened, making it a great low sugar brownies option compared to traditional recipes.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 95
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 35