Sweet Potato Brownies: 1 Fantastic Treat
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Enjoy these moist and delicious sweet potato brownies, topped with crunchy pecans. They are a healthier treat that comes together quickly.
- Author: Amaya Sato
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup mashed sweet potato (about 1 medium sweet potato)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans, divided
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8×8 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato and melted butter. Mix until smooth.
- Stir in the granulated sugar and brown sugar until well combined.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in half of the chopped pecans.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Sprinkle the remaining chopped pecans over the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.
- Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
Notes
- Make sure your sweet potato is fully mashed and smooth for the best texture.
- You can substitute walnuts for pecans if preferred.
- For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark cocoa powder.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: Approximately 200-250 (will vary based on exact ingredients)
- Sugar: Approximately 20-25g
- Sodium: Approximately 50-70mg
- Fat: Approximately 10-15g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 4-6g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 6-9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 25-30g
- Fiber: Approximately 2-3g
- Protein: Approximately 3-4g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 30-40mg