Description
Indulge in these decadent Flourless Sweet Potato Brownies that are rich, fudgy, and naturally gluten-free. Made with wholesome ingredients like sweet potato, almond butter, and cocoa powder, these brownies are a healthier alternative to traditional brownies without sacrificing flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potato Mixture:
- 1 cup mashed cooked sweet potato (about 1 medium)
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Additional:
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, almond butter, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until fully incorporated. Fold in the chocolate chips if using.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let cool completely in the pan before slicing.
Notes
- These brownies are rich, fudgy, and naturally gluten-free.
- You can use canned sweet potato purée for convenience.
- Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
