
These sweet potato brownies, created by a dietitian, offer a nourishing alternative to traditional brownies. They keep the fudgy texture and rich chocolate flavour we all love, while being high in fibre and protein. They’re the perfect option for a snack or indulgent dessert. For another chocolatey and nutritious treat, try our Black Bean Chocolate Cookies.
Ingredients
- 1 medium sweet potato, cooked and mashed (250 ml / 1 cup)*
- 2 large eggs
- 80 ml (1/3 cup) maple syrup
- 60 ml (1/4 cup) egg whites
- 15 ml (1 tbsp) apple cider vinegar
- 5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla extract
- 80 ml (1/3 cup) chopped dark chocolate (or chips)
- 60 ml (1/4 cup) high-protein lactose-free milk (2% M.F.)
- 250 ml (1 cup) oat flakes, ground into flour (certified gluten-free if needed)
- 125 ml (1/2 cup) powdered peanut butter
- 60 ml (1/4 cup) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 pinch salt
- 5 ml (1 tsp) baking powder
- 15 ml (1 tbsp) hulled hemp seeds (or chia seeds)
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a 20 cm (8 in) square baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together the mashed sweet potato, eggs, maple syrup, egg whites, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract.
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate with the milk for 30 to 45 seconds, stirring every 20 seconds.
- Add the melted chocolate to the wet mixture and whisk well.
- Add the oat flour, powdered peanut butter, cocoa, baking powder, salt, and hemp seeds. Mix well until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the centre of the oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the centre is set but still slightly soft.
- Let cool completely before cutting into squares.
Notes
Keeps for 5 days in the refrigerator or 3 months in the freezer.
*To cook the sweet potato, cut it in half lengthwise, wrap it in aluminum foil, and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the flesh is tender.