Didn’t you just set the brownies on the dessert table? But now your container contains just a few crumbs. Brownies have a way of disappearing like that! And this better-for-you version is no exception. “Secret” sweet potato mixes with almond butter, cocoa powder, maple syrup and chocolate chips to create moist, flavorful (and nutritious!) treats with no need for flour, egg or processed sugar. Topped with salted almonds to balance the sweetness, these fudgy squares will disappear in minutes. There’s no resisting brownie bliss.
Vegan Sweet Potato Brownies
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 10
Calories 307 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 medium sweet potato roasted and peeled
- 1 cup smooth almond butter
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- Pinch sea salt
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
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In large bowl, mash cooked sweet potato.
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Stir in almond butter, maple syrup and cocoa powder. Combine well. Stir in 1/4 cup chocolate chips.
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Into large baking dish, pour batter and bake for 35-40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool.
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In saucepan, melt 1/4 cup chocolate chips, then spread evenly on cooled brownies. Top with a sprinkle of sliced almonds and a pinch of sea salt.
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition Facts
Vegan Sweet Potato Brownies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 307
Calories from Fat 189
% Daily Value*
Fat 21g32%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g
Monounsaturated Fat 11g
Cholesterol 1mg0%
Sodium 17mg1%
Potassium 425mg12%
Carbohydrates 27g9%
Fiber 5g20%
Sugar 15g17%
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 3211IU64%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 135mg14%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.