These delicious plant-based sweet potato fudge brownies are a real treat any time of the year. Fuel up on healthy, dairy-free, sugar-free, and gluten-free ingredients while indulging in this gooey vegan chocolate dessert.
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In my family, we love dessert and treats. These days, I’m forever searching for healthy desserts for my family and I love sweet potatoes.
And, I love when I discover a way to reduce dairy and sugar with natural, plant-based ingredients.
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Contents
They’re healthy + delicious
These brownies are naturally healthy because they’re:
- all-natural
- plant-based
- dairy-free
- gluten-free
- vegan
- sugar-free
Also, sweet potatoes have been shown to be high in vitamins C and B6, which are beneficial to the brain and neurological system.
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Best healthy brownie ingredients
This recipe uses the following ingredients:
- sweet potato puree, at room temperature
- medjool dates
- salt
- coconut oil
- almond milk
- vanilla extract
- almond flour
- tapioca flour
- cacao powder
- baking powder
- Zest of ½ orange (optional, *or use chocolate chips)
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How to make sweet potato fudge brownies
Sweet potato brownies are easy to make.
- Make the sweet potato puree.
- soften the medjool dates.
- Blend dates, sweet potato puree, almond milk, coconut oil and vanilla extract in a food processor.
- Mix almond flour, cacao powder and tapioca starch, salt, baking powder and orange zest in a large bowl. (Orange zest is optional)
- Add sweet potato and dates batter into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir until combined.
- Bake the brownies for 25-30 minutes.
- Let the brownies cool completely before removing them out of the tray.
- Divide the piece into 12 or 15 small pieces and enjoy!
![sheet with sweet potato brownies](https://chunkyinkentucky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/sweet-potato-brownies-20.jpg)
Recipe Substitutions
- I strongly recommend almond flour for this recipe.
- Substitute almond milk for oat milk or soy milk.
- Figs or dried raisins may be substituted for dates.
- Not a fan of orange zest? Top with coconut chips instead.
- Coconut oil may be substituted for your oil of choice.
- Substitute tapioca flour for 1:1 ratio of regular flour
- Tapioca flour may be substituted for 1 ½ tbsp cornstarch
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Recipe FAQ
When are the brownies finished cooking?
You’ll notice that inserting a toothpick it won’t come out perfectly clean, a few lumps are ok as these brownies have a fudgy consistency. Once the brownies are cool they will harden.
Can I freeze brownies?
Yes, freeze brownies individually, then transfer to a zippered freezer bag. Freeze for up to 3 months.
Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then reheat in the microwave.
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Tips for perfect brownies every time
These brownies are even better when cold, so if you have the chance to make them the day before you won’t regret it.
![thick and fudgy sweet potato brownie with gooey insides](https://chunkyinkentucky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/sweet-potato-brownies-24.jpg)
What to serve with sweet potato brownies
Enjoy this great recipe as a dessert, just like traditional brownies.
Serve with fresh fruit, ice cream, or a tall glass of ice cold milk.
The texture of these brownies are dense and moist, chocolate-y and naturally sweet.
Adding the orange zest for me was a game changer, but if you don’t enjoy the chocolate and orange combination is ok to leave the orange zest out!
![hand holding a thick sweet potato fudge brownie](https://www.chunkyinkentucky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/fudge-sweet-potato-brownies-300x300.jpg)
Sweet Potato Fudge Brownies
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup sweet potato purée
- 1 cup medjool dates
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- ¼ cup almond milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1¼ cup almond flour
- 3 tbsp tapioca flour
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp baking powder
- zest of ½ orange
Instructions
- Bake Sweet potato ahead of time and remove peel. Purée in food processor until smooth.
- Preheat the oven to 350F and prepare a 11’’ x 7’’ baking tray with baking paper.
- Softened the medjool dates in boiled water for five minutes, then drain them. Add softened dates, 1 cup sweet potato puree, almond milk, coconut oil and vanilla extract into a food processor. Blend until smooth.
- Mix almond flour, cacao powder and tapioca starch, salt, baking powder and orange zest in a large bowl.
- Add sweet potato and dates batter into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir until combined.
- Place the brownie batter into the prepared baking tray. Bake the brownies for 25-30 minutes.
- You’ll notice that a inserting a toothpick it won’t come out perfectly clean, a few lumps are ok as these brownies have a fudgy consistency.
- Once the brownies are cool they will harden.Let the brownies cool completely before removing them out of the tray.Divide the piece into 12 or 15 small pieces and enjoy!
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