How to Make the Perfect Sweet Potato Brownies
American · Medium · 40 min · 12 servings
These fudgy flourless brownies use mashed sweet potato as the base to create an incredibly moist and rich chocolate treat without any flour or refined oil. You cannot believe how decadent they taste while being secretly packed with vegetables.
Why this recipe works
This Sweet Potato Brownies recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 40 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 185 calories with 4g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1 cup mashed cooked sweet potato
- 0.5 cup cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup almond butter
- 0.33 cup maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cup dark chocolate chips
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Batter
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and line an 8 by 8 inch baking pan with parchment paper. In a large bowl, mix together mashed sweet potato, almond butter, maple syrup, and eggs until completely smooth and well combined.
Step 2: Add the Chocolate
Sift cocoa powder into the wet mixture and fold it in gently until no dry streaks remain. Fold in dark chocolate chips, reserving a small handful to sprinkle on top for a beautiful finish.
Step 3: Bake the Brownies
Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle reserved chocolate chips on top. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
Step 4: Cool Before Cutting
Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan for at least 20 minutes before lifting out and slicing. Cutting too early will cause them to fall apart since they firm up significantly as they cool.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- almond butter → peanut butter or sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version
- maple syrup → honey for a non-vegan alternative
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Cutting the brownies while they are still warm which causes them to crumble apart completely
- Using watery sweet potato mash that has not been drained which makes the batter too loose to set properly
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 185 calories, 4g protein, 28g carbs, 8g fat, 3g fiber.
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