Sweet Potato Brownies Treat (Printable Version)

Fudgy, chocolatey brownies naturally sweetened with mashed sweet potato and a hint of maple syrup.

# Everything You’ll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup mashed cooked sweet potato (about 2 medium, peeled)
02 - ½ cup almond butter
03 - ¼ cup coconut oil, melted
04 - ½ cup pure maple syrup
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

06 - ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
07 - ½ cup almond flour
08 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
09 - ¼ teaspoon salt

→ Add-ins

10 - ½ cup dark chocolate chips
11 - Melted dark chocolate, for drizzling (optional)

# Steps to Cook:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, mix mashed sweet potato, almond butter, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully blended.
03 - Add cocoa powder, almond flour, baking powder, and salt to the wet mixture; stir gently until just combined to preserve fudgy texture.
04 - Gently fold the dark chocolate chips into the batter to ensure even distribution.
05 - Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the surface with a spatula.
06 - Bake for 28 to 32 minutes until edges are firm but the center remains slightly soft and fudgy.
07 - Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing. Optionally, drizzle with melted dark chocolate just before serving.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Use room-temperature ingredients for better blending and mash sweet potatoes thoroughly for a smooth texture.
02 - Avoid overmixing dry ingredients to maintain fudgy consistency.
03 - Chilling brownies before slicing yields cleaner edges.