Description
Sweet potato brownies are a deliciously surprising twist on traditional desserts, combining the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with rich cocoa for a fudgy, guilt-free treat. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, these brownies are sure to impress even the most discerning dessert lovers. Wholesome and easy to make, they offer a delightful balance of flavor and nutrition that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 medium sweet potatoes)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Peel and chop the sweet potatoes; boil until tender (about 15 minutes), then mash until smooth.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and brown sugar.
- In another bowl, mix mashed sweet potatoes with eggs and vanilla until creamy. Fold this into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow brownies to cool for 10 minutes before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (44g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg