Fudgy Flourless Sweet Potato Brownies – Delicious, Simple & Nourishing
Indulge in these rich, fudgy Flourless Sweet Potato Brownies that are not only delicious but also gluten-free and paleo-friendly. Made with wholesome ingredients like sweet potato, almond butter, and cocoa powder, these brownies are a guilt-free treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Sweet Potato Mixture:
- 1 cup mashed cooked sweet potato (about 1 medium)
Batter:
- 1/2 cup almond butter or peanut butter
- 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, almond butter, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
3. Add cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt; mix well.
4. Fold in chocolate chips if desired.
5. Pour the batter into the pan, spread evenly, and bake for 20–25 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean.
6. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.
Notes
These brownies are naturally gluten-free.
To make dairy-free, use dairy-free chocolate chips.
For a vegan version, substitute eggs with flax eggs.