1. What are the ingredients in sweet potato brownies?

The core ingredients for this recipe are sweet potato purée, a natural sweetener like maple syrup, a nut butter for richness (like almond or peanut butter), cocoa powder for the chocolate flavor, and a gluten-free flour like oat flour to bind it all together.

2. What are the nutritional benefits of sweet potato brownies?

These aren't your average brownies! They are packed with nutrients. The sweet potato provides vitamin A and fiber, the almond butter offers healthy fats and protein, and using unrefined maple syrup is a great alternative to processed sugar. They are a much more healthy sweet potato brownies option.

3. How long do sweet potato brownies last?

These brownies store wonderfully! You can keep them in a covered container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week. They also freeze perfectly for up to one month.

The Best Fudgy Sweet Potato Brownies (Gluten-Free & Vegan!)

Name: The Best Fudgy Sweet Potato Brownies (Gluten-Free & Vegan!)
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup sweet potato purée; 2/3 cup maple syrup; 1/2 cup almond butter or peanut butter; 1 tsp pure vanilla extract; 1 ½ Tbsp avocado oil; 1/2 cup cocoa or cacao powder; 1/4 tsp sea salt; 1 tsp baking powder; 2/3 cup oat flour; 1/2 cup chopped raw pecans or walnuts; 1/4 cup dairy-free chocolate chips (optional)

Description

The ultimate fudgy Sweet Potato Brownies! This easy, one-bowl recipe is naturally gluten-free and vegan. It’s a healthy, decadent dessert that’s rich, moist, and packed with chocolatey flavor.

Ingredients

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1 cup sweet potato purée

2/3 cup maple syrup

1/2 cup almond butter or peanut butter

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

1 ½ Tbsp avocado oil

1/2 cup cocoa or cacao powder

1/4 tsp sea salt

1 tsp baking powder

2/3 cup oat flour

1/2 cup chopped raw pecans or walnuts

1/4 cup dairy-free chocolate chips (optional)

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Instructions

1. To make sweet potato purée, bake a halved sweet potato at 375°F for 25-30 minutes until tender. Peel and mash the flesh until smooth.

2. Adjust oven temperature to 350°F (176°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

3. In a large mixing bowl, stir together the sweet potato purée, maple syrup, almond butter, vanilla, and avocado oil until smooth.

4. Add the cacao powder, sea salt, and baking powder and stir to combine.

5. Stir in the oat flour until a thick batter is achieved.

6. Transfer the batter to your prepared pan and spread evenly. Top with pecans and optional chocolate chips.

7. Bake on the center rack for 28-32 minutes. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out mostly clean.

8. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan for at least 30-60 minutes before lifting out and slicing.

Notes

Don’t Over-bake: For the fudgiest texture, pull the brownies from the oven when a toothpick has moist crumbs, but not wet batter.

Cool Completely: This is a critical step! The brownies need to cool in the pan to set up properly for clean slicing.

Storage: Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days, in the fridge for up to a week, or in the freezer for up to one month.

Prep Time: 35 minutes (includes baking potato)
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert, Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 brownie
Calories: 204
Sugar: 12.8g
Sodium: 101mg
Fat: 11.6g
Saturated Fat: 1.3g
Unsaturated Fat: 9.48g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24.4g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 4.4g
Cholesterol: 0mg