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Fudgy Sweet Potato Brownies

Two fudgy sweet potato brownies stacked slightly on a light plate, topped with melted chocolate chips.
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Bake these easy, fudgy sweet potato brownies for a moist, chocolatey treat that is secretly nutritious. This recipe uses simple ingredients for a guilt-free dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup mashed sweet potato (about 1 medium sweet potato)
  • 1/2 cup melted coconut oil or butter
  • 1 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 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.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, melted coconut oil, and maple syrup. Mix until smooth.
  3. Whisk in the eggs one at a time until fully incorporated. Add the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips, if using.
  7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  8. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes. The brownies are done when a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs attached, not wet batter.
  9. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before slicing. Cooling helps them set and become fudgier.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free option, ensure your cocoa powder and baking powder are certified gluten-free.
  • To make these vegan, substitute the eggs with flax eggs (2 tablespoons ground flaxseed mixed with 6 tablespoons water, let sit for 5 minutes).
  • For flourless brownies, you can add 1/4 cup of almond flour to the dry ingredients for better structure, though the texture will be denser.
  • Sweet potatoes must be fully cooked and mashed smoothly before measuring.

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