These 4 Ingredient sugar-free sweet potato brownies are the best , decadent and fudgy brownies you will ever make ! These Grain Free Brownies are rich and moist, low calorie and healthy. Enjoy this Sweet Potato Chocolate Brownie Recipe for guilt free indulgence.
Mashed sweet potatoes, cacao powder, almond butter and a sweetener is all you need to make this delicious dessert. Add a pinch of salt to bring all the things together. Truly gourmet food made simple type recipe.
I love cooking with sweet potatoes. Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges , Air Fryer Hasselbeck Sweet potatoes are perfect for side dishes. For savory recipes, we love this Moroccan Lentil Stew with sweet potatoes and Savory Sweet Potato Stir Fry.
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Why this Vegan Sweet Potato Brownies recipe is incredible
- Gluten Free
- Grain Free
- Naturally Sweet
- Dairy free
- Oil free
- Decadent, moist and fudgy
- Low calorie
- wholesome and nutrients rich
Vegan Sweet Potato Brownies Ingredients
- Sweet Potato Puree : You can use canned or freshly made sweet potato puree. I am including instructions on how to make sweet potato puree at home using three different methods.
- Cacao powder : For the rich , decadent taste choose quality cacao powder. I am using dark variety but depending upon your preference, you can use, dark or semi sweet.
- Almond Butter : It add nice nutty flavors and creaminess . You can use peanut butter instead . For nut free option, choose seed butter or tahini.
- Sea Salt : A pinch of sea salt adds wonderful smooth finish to the taste. Don't skip it.
- Optional Sweetener : I am using Maple syrup for extra depth of flavors and rich taste. You can use sweetener of your choice. Brown sugar, regular sugar, coconut sugar, monk fruit extract or stevia all are good options.
- Substitutions : The moist sweet potato puree adds depth of flavor besides keeping the brownies soft and fudgy. It also eliminates the need to add oil or egg unlike Classic Brownies. If you want to make them nut free brownies, just use sun-butter or tahini instead of almond butter.
How to Make sweet potato chocolate brownies
- Cook the Sweet Potatoes and mash them into a smooth puree.
- In a large mixing bowl, add sweet potato purée, maple syrup, almond butter, cacao powder, salt and stir to combine.
- Transfer batter to your greased or parchment-lined baking dish and spread into an even layer using a spoon or rubber spatula.
Helpful Hint : Gently tap the pan on the counter a few times. This helps to get rid of air bubbles and ensures even baking. - Oven : Bake in the preheated oven on the center rack (at 350 F / 176 C) for 35-40 minutes. Or if you want to use Air Fryer : use (at 350 F / 176 C) for 20-25 minutes.
- The brownie edges should appear slightly dry and a toothpick inserted into the center should come out mostly clean (a few crumbs are okay, but it shouldn’t be wet). Remove from the oven and let cool for 15-30 minutes.
- Lift out of the pan and slice. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
💡Pro Tips
- Set the timer for 35 minutes when you put the brownie batter in the oven. At around 25 minutes, you should sense the aroma.
- You can use bread loaf pan, 8x8 or 9x9 or even rectangular baking sheet or air fryer basket lined with perforated parchment paper.
- Insert a toothpick in the center of the pan and pull it out. If you see wet batter on the toothpick, they need another 5-10 minutes.
- If there are a few moist crumbs on the toothpick, the brownies are done. Unlike cake, the toothpick won't come out fully clean. Do not overbake brownies.
- Individual oven temperatures vary from brand to brand. But roughly 30-35 minutes are enough for perfectly baked sweet potato brownies.
Serving Suggestions
Similar to regular brownies, serve these Chocolate Sweet Potato Brownies warm. With a dollop of ice cream or coconut cream on top for that extra little treat.
Store them in airtight container for 3-5 days in the refrigerator. You can freeze them for a month as well.
I dream of all things chocolate and there is nothing more satisfying than these delicious brownie bites. Best part, it also qualifies under Clean Eating Concept. And this brownie recipe helps you get daily full of serving of vegetables as well. How incredible is that!
I love convenience of cooking Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes. For Holidays, our Sweet Potato Casserole is a must have. We also love these Small Batch Brownies. They are perfect for quick snack, dessert or even mid night cravings.
FAQs
Add 2 cups of water in the main insert. Put a steamer basket or trivet in the bottom of the Instant Pot. Place sweet potatoes on top of the steamer basket. Secure the lid and turn valve to seal.
Use the manual or Pressure cook mode and set to pressure cook on high for 8- 15 minutes. ( depending on the size of sweet potatoes )Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes. Once you open the lid, let them cool down. Then remove the skin and mash into puree.
Halve each sweet potato and and put it on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 375 F (190 C) for 25-30 minutes or until tender to the touch. Move to one side of pan and wrap the parchment paper over top to steam. Let steam for 5 minutes. Then remove the skin and mash into puree.
Yes. Sweet potatoes are a rich source of fiber as well as vitamins and minerals including iron, calcium, selenium, vitamins A, B and C. Sweet potatoes contain anti-inflammatory and low-glycemic properties that ensure healthy eating. So these brownies are healthy.
Yes. Since there is no egg or raw flour, you don't have to worry about eating the raw dough.
Adding baking powder or baking soda makes the brownies fluffy. It raises or lifts the batter so you get a cake like texture. Since I am making fudgy, soft and moist brownies, I am not adding any baking soda or baking powder. Feel free to add it you want a firm, fluffy cake like texture.
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📖 Recipe
Sweet Potato Brownies
Ingredients
- 3 cups sweet potato puree roughly 3-4 medium sized sweet potatoes
- 1 cup almond butter
- ½ cup cacao powder
- pinch of sea salt
Optional
- ¼ cup maple syrup or equivalent sweetener of your choice
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, add sweet potato purée, maple syrup, almond butter, cacao powder, salt and stir to combine.
- Transfer batter to your greased or parchment-lined baking dish and spread into an even layer about an inch thick. You can use a spoon or rubber spatula to spread evenly.
- Gently tap the pan few times on the counter so the air bubbles are eliminated.
- Oven : Bake in the preheated oven on the center rack (at 350 F / 176 C) for 35-40 minutes. OrAir Fryer : If you want to use air fryer, use (at 350 F / 176 C) for 20-25 minutes.
- The brownie edges should appear slightly dry and a toothpick inserted into the center should come out mostly clean (a few crumbs are okay, but it shouldn’t be wet). Remove from oven ( or air fryer) and let cool for 15-30 minutes.
- Lift out of pan and slice. Enjoy warm or room temperature. Store leftovers covered at room temperature up to 3 days, in the refrigerator up to 5-7 days, or in the freezer up to 1 month.
- Similar to classic brownies, serve them as is , or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Enjoy !
Notes
How to Steam Sweet Potatoes in the Instant Pot?
Add 2 cups of water in the main insert. Put a steamer basket or trivet in the bottom of the Instant Pot. Place sweet potatoes on top of the steamer basket. Secure the lid and turn valve to seal. Use the manual or Pressure cook mode and set to pressure cook on high for 8- 15 minutes. ( depending on the size of sweet potatoes )Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes. Once you open the lid, let them cool down. Then remove the skin and mash into puree.A note on Baking Times
As mentioned, these are soft and moist brownies. The cooking time varies based on you use glass or metal bakeware. Also spread the batter evenly and make no more than 1" thick layer. The brownie edges should appear slightly dry and a toothpick inserted into the center should come out mostly clean Metal Baking Pan : 28-35 minutes ; Glass Baking Pan : 35-50 minutesNutrition
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This post was originally published on October 15, 2020. It has been revised with air fryer instructions and republished on May1, 2024.
Linda W
Could not find the amount of sweet potatoes (raw weight) to make the 1 cup puree. What is i, approximately. Thanks.
Prajakta Sukhatme
You roughly need 2 medium potatoes to make 1 cup of puree.
Patricia
Just served these at a luncheon. Everyone loved the deep chocolate flavour and the moist, almost fudge-like, consistency. I loved how easy they were to make and that they are both gluten-free and vegan, addressing all of our family food needs in one yummy dessert.
Louise Hale
do you think that this would work with pumpkin or butternut squash puree?
Prajakta Sukhatme
We haven't tried it but it should work. Just make sure it's not too stringy or too runny.
Melinda
It looks like you used a loaf pan. What size did you use?
Would a square 8x8 or 9x9 work?
admin
Yes. Either 8*8, 9*9 or loaf pan works