Brownies that are fudgy, rich, and secretly packed with sweet potatoes? Sounds like a crime against chocolate, but trust me, it’s genius. These sweet potato brownies have all the decadence you expect, plus a smooth, slightly bitter coffee drizzle that takes things up a notch. They’re moist, gooey, and just healthy enough to justify eating two. Maybe three. If you’re tired of dry, boring brownies, this recipe will change your life. Or at least your snack game. Forget boxed mixes—once you taste these, there’s no going back.
Sweet Potato Brownies with Coffee Drizzle
Rich, fudgy sweet potato brownies topped with a bold coffee drizzle that balances sweetness with just the right amount of depth.
Ingredients
For the Sweet Potato Brownies:
- 1 cup mashed sweet potato
- ½ cup almond flour
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- ⅓ cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp coconut oil melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips
For the Coffee Drizzle:
- ¼ cup strong brewed coffee
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Blend mashed sweet potato, almond flour, cocoa powder, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla, baking powder, and salt until smooth.
- Stir in dark chocolate chips for extra indulgence.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the center is set.
- While baking, combine coffee, maple syrup, cocoa powder, and cinnamon in a saucepan over low heat.
- Stir for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Let the brownies cool before drizzling with the warm coffee glaze.
- Slice, serve, and pretend you’re only having one.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~160
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 90%
- Iron: 6%
- Magnesium: 5%
- Potassium: 8%
- Calcium: 4%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Use peanut butter instead of coconut oil for extra richness.
- Store in the fridge for an even fudgier texture.
- Warm them up and top with ice cream. You won’t regret it.
