Sweet Potato Brownies
Satisfy your sweet tooth with these rich and fudgy sweet potato brownies that blend the wholesome goodness of vegetables with decadent chocolate flavor. These delightful treats are an unexpected twist on traditional brownies, offering a moist texture and subtle sweetness that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Perfect for any occasion, they are easy to make whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned baker.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 medium sweet potatoes)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 2 large eggs (or 1/2 cup applesauce for vegan)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork and bake for about 45 minutes until soft. Allow to cool, then scoop out flesh into a bowl.
- 2. Mix in cocoa powder, maple syrup, almond butter, eggs, and baking powder until smooth.
- 3. Gently fold in chocolate chips.
- 4. Pour batter into a lined 8×8-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- 5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until set but fudgy in the center; a toothpick should come out with moist crumbs.
- 6. Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg