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Sweet Potato Brownies by Tessie's Table.

Sweet Potato Brownies

Rich and fudgy sweet potato brownies with deep chocolate flavor and a smooth ganache topping. A perfect way to use leftover mashed sweet potatoes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 316 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies:

  • ¼ cup oil vegetable or coconut
  • 1 cup semisweet or dark chocolate chips
  • 1 cup 9 oz leftover mashed sweet potato
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • ¼ cup brewed coffee cooled
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-process cocoa preferred
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp fine sea salt

For the Ganache:

  • 1 cup semisweet or dark chocolate chips
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract optional

Instructions
 

For the Brownies

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  • Melt the chocolate chips and oil in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 20-30 seconds until smooth.
  • Mix the mashed sweet potato, maple syrup, coffee, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until combined.
  • Stir in the melted chocolate mixture and mix until smooth and well combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sea salt.
  • Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before adding the ganache.

For the Ganache:

  • Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer (do not boil).
  • Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips in a heat-safe bowl. Let it sit for 1-2 minutes to soften the chocolate.
  • Whisk the mixture until smooth and glossy. Stir in the vanilla extract if using.
  • Pour the ganache over the cooled brownies and spread evenly. Allow the ganache to set for about 30 minutes at room temperature or 15 minutes in the fridge before slicing.

Nutrition

Calories: 316kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 2gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 143mgPotassium: 205mgFiber: 1gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 1718IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Comfort Food, Double Chocolate, Potluck, Sweet Treat
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