Sweet Potato Brownies
At Serious Eats, we're constantly searching for ways to make our favorite desserts a little healthier. These sweet potato brownies are a perfect example. They're fudgy and decadent, but they're also packed with nutrients from the sweet potatoes. And because they're made with almond flour and maple syrup, they're gluten-free and refined sugar-free.
The idea for these brownies came to me one day when I was trying to figure out what to do with some leftover sweet potatoes. I had already made a batch of mashed sweet potatoes, and I didn't want to just reheat them for dinner. So I started experimenting with different ways to use them up. I tried adding them to smoothies, soups, and even pancakes. But nothing really satisfied me until I came up with the idea for these brownies.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 25 | Serves: 9
Ingredients
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, cooked and mashed
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, almond flour, cocoa powder, maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Fold in the dark chocolate chips.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Allow the brownies to cool before slicing and serving.
Why It Works
  • The sweet potatoes add a natural sweetness and fudginess to the brownies.
  • The almond flour gives the brownies a nutty flavor and a chewy texture.
  • The cocoa powder adds a rich chocolate flavor.
  • The maple syrup adds a touch of sweetness and moisture.
  • The coconut oil adds a richness and helps to keep the brownies moist.
  • The vanilla extract adds a touch of flavor.
  • The baking soda helps the brownies to rise.
  • The salt helps to balance out the sweetness of the brownies.