Vegan Sweet Potato Brownies Recipe
These Vegan Sweet Potato Brownies offer a deliciously moist and rich dessert option, perfect for anyone craving a chocolate treat without dairy or eggs. Made with wholesome sweet potatoes and naturally sweetened with maple syrup, these brownies combine the flavors of cocoa and peanut butter for an indulgent yet nutritious vegan dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 9 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
Brownie Batter
- 1 pound of sweet potatoes
- ½ cup + 2 Tablespoons of cocoa powder
- 1 cup of all-purpose flour
- ½ cup of maple syrup
- ⅓ cup of vegan chocolate chips
Topping (Optional)
- ½ cup of creamy peanut butter
Instructions
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Roast, steam, or boil the sweet potatoes with skin on or off based on your preference until they are softened completely, which makes them easy to blend into a smooth puree.
- Make the Batter: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Let the cooked sweet potatoes cool, then process them in a food processor until smooth. Add the all-purpose flour, maple syrup, and cocoa powder to the food processor and blend until the batter is smooth and thick. If the batter becomes too thick, add almond milk one tablespoon at a time to reach the right consistency. Finally, add the vegan chocolate chips and pulse a few times just to combine them evenly into the batter.
- Bake the Brownies: Grease or line an 8×8 inch baking pan and pour in the brownie batter, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean but still moist.
- Add Peanut Butter Topping: Remove the brownies from the oven and while they are still warm, spread about half a cup of creamy peanut butter evenly over the top. Spreading it while warm helps it to melt slightly and integrates well.
- Cool and Serve: Place the brownies in the fridge and wait until completely cooled before slicing. Store in the fridge for 3 to 5 days or freeze for longer preservation.
Notes
- You can roast, steam, or boil the sweet potatoes depending on your preference or time constraints.
- Adding almond milk is optional and only necessary if the batter is too thick to mix.
- Peanut butter topping is optional but highly recommended for added flavor and texture.
- Store brownies in the refrigerator to maintain freshness or freeze if you want to keep them longer.
- This recipe makes about 9 square brownies in an 8×8 inch pan.
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