Sweet Potato Pie Brownies

Name: Sweet Potato Brownies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 large sweet potatoes, cooked and mashed.; 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, plus more for greasing.; 2 cups sugar.; 4 large eggs.; 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder.; 1 tsp vanilla extract.; 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour.; 1 tsp salt.; 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips.; Optional: nuts, marshmallows, or caramel sauce.

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Sweet Potato Pie Brownies are a deliciously moist and fudgy twist on the classic brownie. By adding mashed sweet potatoes, these brownies gain an extra layer of natural sweetness and moisture, resulting in a rich, indulgent texture. Perfectly balanced with cocoa powder and chocolate chips, each bite is a mix of deep chocolate flavor and subtle earthy sweetness. Simply mix the wet and dry ingredients, fold in chocolate chips, and bake until set. Customize with nuts, marshmallows, or a drizzle of caramel for extra texture and flavor. Ideal for dessert or a sweet snack, these brownies are sure to satisfy any chocolate lover.

By Clare Greco

Updated on Mon, 20 Jan 2025 16:02:00 GMT

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Sweet Potato Pie Brownies combine the classic richness of brownies with the moist texture and subtle sweetness of sweet potatoes. This unique dessert is sure to impress.

INGREDIENTS

Sweet potatoes: 2 large, cooked and mashed for moisture and natural sweetness
Unsalted butter: 1 1/2 sticks, plus extra for greasing the pan
Sugar: 2 cups, for sweetness
Eggs: 4 large, for structure
Unsweetened cocoa powder: 1/2 cup, for rich chocolate flavor
Vanilla extract: 1 tsp, to enhance flavor
All-purpose flour: 1 1/4 cups, for binding
Salt: 1 tsp, to balance the flavors
Semi-sweet chocolate chips: 1 cup, for extra chocolatey goodness
Optional: nuts, marshmallows, or caramel sauce for added texture and flavor

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1:: Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
Step 2:: Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, melted butter, sugar, eggs, cocoa powder, and vanilla.
Step 3:: Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in flour and salt until just combined.
Step 4:: Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in chocolate chips.
Step 5:: Bake: Pour batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 6:: Cool & Serve: Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.

Serving and Storage Tips

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent dessert.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

Helpful Notes

Roasting the sweet potatoes instead of boiling will enhance their natural sweetness and flavor.
Add a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom for an added layer of warmth.
Swap some of the sugar with maple syrup or honey for a richer taste.

Tips from Well-Known Chefs

Chef Ina Garten suggests adding a splash of espresso powder to chocolate desserts for a deeper chocolate flavor.
Chef Alton Brown recommends using a mix of melted and solid butter in brownies to get the perfect balance of fudginess and structure.

Sweet Potato Brownies

These Sweet Potato Pie Brownies are fudgy and moist with a hint of natural sweetness from mashed sweet potatoes.

Prep Time

15 Minutes

Cook Time

30 Minutes

Total Time

45 Minutes

By: Clare Greco

Category: Sweet Treats

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 16 Servings (16 brownies)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 2 large sweet potatoes, cooked and mashed.

02 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, plus more for greasing.

03 2 cups sugar.

04 4 large eggs.

05 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder.

06 1 tsp vanilla extract.

07 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour.

08 1 tsp salt.

09 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips.

10 Optional: nuts, marshmallows, or caramel sauce.

Instructions

Step 01

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking pan.

Step 02

In a large bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, melted butter, sugar, eggs, cocoa powder, and vanilla.

Step 03

Stir in flour and salt until just combined.

Step 04

Gently fold in chocolate chips.

Step 05

Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 06

Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.

Notes

Sweet Potato Pie Brownies are a unique twist on classic brownies. The sweet potatoes add moisture and a subtle sweetness, creating a rich, fudgy texture.
Optional additions like nuts, marshmallows, or caramel sauce can be added to customize the brownies.