Description

These Vegan Sweet Potato Brownies are a deliciously moist and fudgy treat made without eggs or dairy. Sweet potatoes provide natural sweetness and a creamy texture, while cocoa and vegan chocolate chips add rich chocolate flavor. Enhanced with optional creamy peanut butter topping, these brownies are perfect for a healthier dessert that satisfies chocolate cravings without compromising on flavor or texture.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

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

Optional Topping

½ cup of creamy peanut butter (optional but highly recommended)

Instructions

Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Roast, steam, or boil the sweet potatoes with or without their skins, depending on your preference, until they are softened and tender enough to mash or blend easily.
Make the Batter: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Allow the cooked sweet potatoes to cool slightly. Place them in a food processor and blend until smooth. Add the all-purpose flour, maple syrup, and cocoa powder to the processor and blend again until you achieve a thick, smooth batter. If the batter feels too thick, add almond milk one tablespoon at a time to reach the right consistency. Finally, add the vegan chocolate chips and pulse just enough to evenly distribute them without over-processing.
Bake the Brownies: Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan. Pour the brownie batter into the pan and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, until set around the edges and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean with some moist crumbs.
Add Peanut Butter Topping: While the brownies are still warm, spread about half a cup of creamy peanut butter over the top. This helps the peanut butter spread smoothly and adds a rich, nutty layer that complements the chocolate flavor.
Chill and Serve: Place the brownies in the refrigerator and let them cool completely before slicing. This chilling step helps the brownies firm up and makes slicing easier. Store any leftovers in the fridge for 3 to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

You can cook sweet potatoes by roasting, steaming, or boiling according to your convenience or flavor preference.
If the batter is too dense, add almond milk gradually to loosen it just enough for batter consistency.
The peanut butter topping is optional but highly recommended for added flavor and texture.
These brownies are best refrigerated before slicing to achieve clean cuts.
Store brownies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for extended freshness.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: vegan sweet potato brownies, dairy free brownies, healthy chocolate brownies, gluten free option brownies