Can I use regular flour instead of almond flour?

Absolutely! All-purpose flour works fine if you’re not gluten-free. Just use the same amount, ½ cup. The texture will be slightly different, but still delicious.

What if I don’t have maple syrup?

No worries! You can use honey (if you’re not vegan) or agave syrup instead. Even coconut sugar works, though you might need to add a splash of plant-based milk to keep the batter moist.

How do I know when the brownies are done?

The edges will pull away from the pan slightly, and a toothpick inserted in the center should come out with a few moist crumbs. Don’t wait for it to be completely clean, that means they’re overbaked!

Can I make these oil-free?

Yes! Replace the coconut oil with unsweetened applesauce or mashed banana. They’ll be slightly less fudgy but still amazing.

How long do they keep?

Stored properly, these sweet potato brownies stay fresh for 3 days at room temperature or up to 5 days in the fridge. They also freeze beautifully for up to 2 months!

Incredibly Fudgy Sweet Potato Brownies Kids Adore

Description

These Sweet Potato Brownies are rich, fudgy, and completely guilt-free! Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and made with wholesome ingredients like almond flour and coconut oil, these vegan and gluten-free brownies are the perfect healthier dessert or snack.

Ingredients

Scale

1 large sweet potato
½ cup almond flour
½ cup cocoa powder
½ cup maple syrup
¼ cup melted coconut oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
Optional: ½ cup vegan chocolate chips or chopped nuts

Instructions

Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal.
Prepare the Sweet Potato: Peel and chop the sweet potato into small pieces. Steam or boil until soft and fork-tender (about 10–15 minutes). Mash until smooth.
Make the Brownie Batter: Add almond flour, cocoa powder, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt to the mashed sweet potato. Mix well until smooth and fully combined. Fold in vegan chocolate chips or nuts if desired.
Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool & Serve: Let cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Cut into squares and enjoy your fudgy, wholesome brownies!

Notes

For an even fudgier texture, slightly underbake the brownies and chill them for 1 hour before serving.
These brownies taste even better the next day!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Brownies
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Vegan Desserts

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 brownie
Calories: 180
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 100mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Sweet Potato Brownies, Vegan Brownies, Healthy Desserts, Gluten-Free Brownies, Dairy-Free Treats