Description
Sweet potato brownies are a deliciously healthy alternative to traditional desserts that will surprise and delight your taste buds. With their rich chocolate flavor and fudgy texture, these brownies not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also incorporate the goodness of sweet potatoes. Perfect for any occasion, they’re easy to make and sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 cup mashed)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Peel and cube the sweet potatoes. Boil in water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cocoa powder, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Stir in the mashed sweet potatoes, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil until well blended.
- Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For a gluten-free version, stick with almond flour or substitute with oat flour. Add nuts or extra chocolate chips for added texture. Store brownies in an airtight container for up to five days; reheat in the microwave for warm treats.