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Sweet Potato Brownies

Irresistibly Fudgy Sweet Potato Brownies That Nourish Your Cravings

These Sweet Potato Brownies are a delicious, nutritious dessert option that is gluten-free and vegan, perfect for guilt-free indulgence.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Base
  • 2 cups Cooked Sweet Potatoes Use Japanese sweet potatoes for best texture
  • 2 medium Bananas Can be substituted with applesauce or peach puree
  • 1 cup Plant-Based Milk Any non-dairy variety
  • 1 cup Ground Oats Blend rolled oats to make oat flour
Sweetness and Flavor
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Options include coconut sugar or date sugar
  • 1/3 cup Cocoa Powder Dutch-process cocoa highly recommended
  • 1/4 cup Ground Hemp Seeds Can swap with other ground nuts or seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional but recommended for flavor enhancement

Equipment

  • Oven
  • food processor
  • 9x6 inch Baking Pan
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a 9x6 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a food processor, combine the cooked sweet potatoes, ripe bananas, and plant-based milk. Blend until smooth.
  3. Add ground oats, sugar, cocoa powder, ground hemp seeds, and cinnamon to the processor. Blend until well incorporated.
  4. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top evenly.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool for 20-30 minutes before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 40IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure sweet potatoes are fully mashed for a fudgy texture. Adjust baking time if using a different pan size. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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