Description
Healthy Sweet Potato Brownies. I remember the first time I made these; my pickiest eater, who usually eyes anything “healthy” with suspicion, devoured two squares and asked for more. That’s when I knew I’d struck gold. These aren’t just any brownies; they’re a revelation, packed with sneaky nutrition and an irresistible chocolate flavor. Every busy parent deserves a recipe like these Healthy Sweet Potato Brownies, a true win-win for everyone.
Ingredients
1 cup Mashed Cooked Sweet Potato
1/2 cup Cocoa Powder
1/4 cup Almond Flour
1/4 cup Maple Syrup
1/4 cup Melted Coconut Oil
2 large Eggs
1 tsp Vanilla Extract
1/2 tsp Baking Powder
1 pinch Salt
1/2 cup Chocolate Chips
Instructions
- Cook and mash your sweet potato until smooth
- In a large bowl, whisk mashed sweet potato, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, eggs, and vanilla
- Add cocoa powder, almond flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir until just combined. Do not overmix batter
- Gently fold in chocolate chips
- Pour into an 8×8 inch parchment-lined pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs
- Let your brownies cool completely before slicing. This ensures fudgy, perfectly set squares
Notes
Ensure your sweet potato is well-mashed; lumps affect texture.
Do not overbake; they set as they cool.
Chilling makes for cleaner cuts and a fudgier texture.
For substitution, use oat flour instead of almond flour.
For a vegan version, substitute flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 6 tbsp water) and ensure dairy-free chocolate chips.
Add walnuts or pecans for crunch.
A sprinkle of sea salt elevates the flavor.
Store cooled brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
For longer storage, freeze individual squares for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature or gently warm.
You can use 100% canned sweet potato puree (no added sugar or spices) for quicker preparation.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie square
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: sweet potato brownies, healthy brownies, gluten-free brownies, chocolate, fudgy, nutritious