Sweet Potato Brownies

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
• 1 cup cashew butter
• 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon baking soda

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
2. Mix the Wet Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, cashew butter, egg, pure maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
3. Add the Dry Ingredients:
   • Sift in the unsweetened cocoa powder, ground cinnamon, and baking soda. Mix everything together until you have a smooth and consistent batter.
4. Prepare the Baking Dish:
   • Lightly oil an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) baking dish to prevent sticking.
5. Bake the Brownies:
   • Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
6. Bake:
   • Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes. The brownies are ready when a toothpick or cake tester inserted into the center comes out mostly clean with a few crumbs.
7. Cool and Enjoy:
   • Once baked, remove the brownies from the oven and allow them to cool in the baking dish. Once cooled, cut them into squares and enjoy!

Note: These healthy sweet potato brownies are a nutritious twist on traditional brownies. The combination of mashed sweet potatoes, cashew butter, and cocoa powder creates a rich and satisfying chocolate flavor. The addition of pure maple syrup adds natural sweetness, and the egg helps bind the ingredients together. With the warming touch of cinnamon and the gentle rise from baking soda, these brownies are both delicious and better-for-you. Whether enjoyed as a guilt-free dessert or a snack, these brownies are sure to satisfy your chocolate cravings.