Pin Rich, fudgy brownies made healthier with sweet potato and black beans—naturally gluten-free and packed with fiber and protein.
I first tried these sweet potato brownies when searching for a healthier dessert option and was amazed how rich and satisfying they are even without traditional flour. They quickly became a staple for sharing at family gatherings.
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Ingredients
- Cooked sweet potato: 1 cup (240 g), mashed (about 1 medium)
- Black beans: 1 can (425 g/15 oz), drained and rinsed
- Pure maple syrup: 1/2 cup (120 ml) (or honey)
- Coconut oil: 1/4 cup (60 g), melted (or unsalted butter)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 1/2 cup (50 g)
- Oat flour: 1/3 cup (40 g), certified gluten-free if needed
- Pure vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Baking powder: 1 tsp
- Salt: 1/4 tsp
- Dark chocolate chips: 1/2 cup (90 g), dairy-free if needed
- Chopped walnuts or pecans: Optional, 1/3 cup (35 g)
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Instructions
- Preheat pan:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch (20 cm) square baking pan with parchment paper or grease lightly.
- Blend beans and sweet potato:
- In a food processor, combine black beans and mashed sweet potato. Blend until completely smooth.
- Add wet and dry ingredients:
- Add maple syrup, melted coconut oil, cocoa powder, oat flour, vanilla, baking powder, and salt to the mixture. Blend again until well combined and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Stir in chocolate chips and nuts:
- Gently stir in chocolate chips and nuts, if using, by hand.
- Spread batter:
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake:
- Bake for 28–32 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and serve:
- Cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.
Pin These brownies have become a favorite for movie nights and potlucks, especially because even picky eaters love them and never guess they're packed with beans and veggies.
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Required Tools
Food processor or blender, 8-inch (20 cm) square baking pan, mixing bowl, spatula, parchment paper (optional).
Allergen Information
Contains tree nuts if using nuts. Possible traces of soy or dairy in chocolate chips. Gluten-free when certified oat flour is used. Check ingredient labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Each brownie: 145 calories, 6g total fat, 22g carbohydrates, 3g protein.
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These sweet potato brownies are perfect for meal prep or surprise desserts. Every bite is satisfyingly rich while still wholesome!
