Sweet Potato Brownies with a Peanut Butter Twist
Indulge in the delightful combination of flavors found in these Sweet Potato Brownies with a Peanut Butter Twist. These fudgy treats are not only easy to make but also packed with nutritious ingredients like sweet potatoes and creamy peanut butter, making them a guilt-free dessert option. Naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup, they provide a wholesome alternative to traditional brownies. Perfect for snacking, lunchboxes, or gatherings, you can enjoy these rich, chocolatey brownies any time your sweet tooth calls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup sweet potato puree
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8-inch baking dish by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- Cook and mash the sweet potato until smooth.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and eggs until creamy.
- Add the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder to the wet mixture; stir gently until just combined. Fold in optional white chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg