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The Fudgiest Sweet Potato Brownies: A Guilt-Free Chocolate Fix

A close-up of a rich, dark chocolate square of sweet potato brownies topped with melted chocolate chips.
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You will love these moist, fudgy sweet potato brownies. They are naturally sweetened and make a wonderful, healthy dessert or snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cooked and mashed sweet potato (about 1 medium sweet potato)
  • 1/2 cup melted coconut oil or butter
  • 1 cup maple syrup (or preferred liquid sweetener)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup almond flour (for gluten free option, otherwise use all-purpose flour)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
  5. If using, gently fold in the chocolate chips.
  6. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  7. 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.
  8. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting. Cooling allows them to set into their fudgiest texture.
  9. Slice and enjoy your wholesome chocolate snack!

Notes

  • To make these vegan, substitute the eggs with two flax eggs (mix 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed with 6 tablespoons water and let sit for 5 minutes to gel).
  • For a flourless idea, you can substitute the flour with an equal amount of extra almond flour or oat flour.
  • If you prefer a less sweet treat, reduce the maple syrup by 2 tablespoons.

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