Sweet Potato Brownies

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Try making these Sweet Potato Brownies for your next healthy dessert option! Sweet potatoes serve as an excellent source of fiber and help improve gut health. They have also been proven to promote healthy brain function. Cocoa powder helps reduce stress levels and is a good source of iron, magnesium, and zinc. Coconut milk boosts energy levels and is a well known anti-microbial. Peanut butter is a good source of protein and gives these brownies their “fudgy” texture. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

  • 1.5 cups mashed sweet potato (mashed as much as possible)

  • 2/3 cup gluten-free oat flour

  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder

  • 1/2 cup runny organic peanut butter

  • 1/3 cup coconut milk

  • 1/2 cup maple syrup

  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1) Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line an 8 x 8 baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.

2) In a food processor, mix all the ingredients until a thick and smooth batter forms.

3) Transfer the mixture to the baking pan and bake for 20-25 minutes. Let cool for at least 30 minutes before serving and enjoy!