Refined Sugar-Free | Gluten-free | Low-Carb | Paleo Option |Dairy Free Option| Grain Free
Forget any brownies you have had before. Once you try these Sweet Potato Chocolate Brownies you will feel like you are tasting brownies for the very first time. These healthy fudgy brownies are next level. They are soft, fudgy, rich and melt in your mouth with the most beautiful chocolate flavour. The sweet potato makes them unbelievably moist, the cocoa gives that deep chocolatey taste, and the orange zest lifts everything to a whole new level. It is chocolate and orange heaven in one bite. And the best part is that they are naturally sweetened, flourless and made with no refined sugar, so they feel a little bit guilt free too.
They might even taste better than they look. Deep dark chocolate colour, shiny melted chocolate patches on top, little sprinkled sweet spots and a fudgy centre that stays soft even when chilled. When you slice through the pan the knife glides like butter, and the aroma of warm chocolate with a hint of fresh orange fills the kitchen instantly.
These brownies are healthy, flourless and naturally sweetened with no refined sugar. They are gluten free, grain free and easily dairy free if you use ghee or a dairy free butter. Packed with simple real ingredients you can feel good about, yet they taste like the most indulgent treat. This is the perfect recipe if you want to enjoy something sweet while still keeping things wholesome.
They are also surprisingly easy to make. Melt the chocolate and butter, mix in the sweet potato purée, cocoa and a few pantry staples, fold in the sweetener and orange zest, top with chopped dark chocolate and bake. No complicated steps, no mixer needed, and everything comes together in one bowl in minutes. The sweet potato purée keeps the brownies soft and fudgy without any flour at all.
These brownies are perfect for cosy nights, dessert after dinner, holiday gatherings, lunchboxes or a healthy snack during the week. They store beautifully in the fridge and become even fudgier the next day, which makes them amazing for meal prep. You can enjoy them warm, at room temperature or chilled straight from the fridge.
For an even more decadent treat, add a scoop of refined sugar free vanilla ice cream on top. Warm fudgy brownie with cold creamy ice cream is pure heaven and makes this simple dessert feel like something from a restaurant. And the difference is that instead of tasting just the sweetness of sugar, you really feel and enjoy the true flavours of the ingredients in every bite.
These Sweet Potato Chocolate Brownies prove that healthy baking can be rich, indulgent and full of flavour. One bite and you will understand why this has become one of my favourite recipes to make again and again.
Ingredients Needed
- Sweet potato purée
- Butter or ghee
- Cocoa powder
- Sugar free chocolate chips
- Sugar free maple syrup or maple syrup
- Brown monk fruit sweetener or coconut sugar
- Large eggs
- Orange zest
- Dark chocolate for topping
Why You’ll Love These Fudgiest Sweet Potato Chocolate Brownies
- Fudgy, rich and chocolatey
Melt in your mouth texture with deep chocolate flavour and a hint of orange. - Chocolate and orange heaven
The mix of cocoa and fresh orange zest takes these healthy brownies to a whole new level. - Healthy and more nutritious
Made with sweet potato, cocoa and better-for-you sweeteners instead of refined flour and white sugar. - Flourless and no refined sugar
Naturally flourless and made with monk fruit, sugar free syrup or coconut sugar instead of refined sugar. - Naturally gluten free and easily dairy free
Gluten free as written and simple to make dairy free by using ghee or a good dairy free butter. - Quick and simple to make
One bowl recipe, no special equipment needed and easy enough for a weeknight bake. - Perfect for meal prep and treats
They keep well in the fridge, become even fudgier the next day and are great for snacks, lunchboxes or dessert. - Feel good, guilt friendly dessert
A healthier option than traditional brownies, so you can enjoy something sweet and still feel good about the ingredients. - Lower carb when sliced smaller
Cut the pan into 12–16 pieces for a lower carb portion that still feels satisfying. - Easy to customise for your dietary needs
Simple swaps make it dairy free, paleo friendly style or extra low sugar to suit your way of eating
Health Benefits & Nutrition
This is still a treat, but some of the ingredients in these brownies bring extra goodness compared to a classic brownie made with white flour and refined sugar.
- Rich in Fibre
Sweet potato adds natural fibre that supports digestion, promotes fullness and makes these brownies more satisfying than traditional flour brownies. - Naturally Sweetened with No Refined Sugar
Sweetness comes from monk fruit, sugar free maple syrup and the natural sugars in sweet potato, so you avoid refined sugar while still enjoying a cosy sweet treat. - Healthy Fats for Satiety
Butter, ghee or coconut oil, along with dark chocolate, provide nourishing fats that keep you fuller for longer and give the brownies their beautiful fudgy texture. - Gentle on Digestion
Made without wheat flour and naturally gluten free, these brownies can feel easier on the stomach for many people compared to traditional recipes with refined flour. - A Cosy Mood-Lifting Treat
Cocoa and dark chocolate contain natural compounds like flavonoids that many people find comforting and enjoyable, making this dessert feel cosy and satisfying without being overly sweet. - Antioxidant Rich Chocolate Dessert
Cocoa, dark chocolate and orange zest provide flavonoids and antioxidants that support overall wellness and may help reduce oxidative stress in the body. - Vitamin Boost from Sweet Potato
Sweet potato offers vitamins A and C, which support skin and immune health, along with minerals such as potassium. - Lower in Sugar
When made with sugar free chocolate and monk fruit sweetener, these brownies become a lower sugar alternative to classic brownies while still feeling indulgent.
How to Adapt This Recipe to Your Diet
- Gluten Free
This recipe is naturally gluten free as written. Just double check your chocolate and sweeteners are certified gluten free.
- Dairy Free
Use dairy free butter, ghee or coconut oil, and choose dairy free dark chocolate.
- Lower Sugar
This recipe is already lower in sugar. Use sugar free chocolate chips, sugar free maple syrup and monk fruit sweetener to keep the brownies naturally sweetened with no refined sugar.
- Paleo Option
Use coconut sugar instead of monk fruit for a more classic paleo style. Choose paleo friendly chocolate (such as 100 percent chocolate or clean ingredient brands) and use real maple syrup or raw honey instead of sugar free maple syrup.
- Nut Free
This recipe is nut free if you use dairy free butter or coconut oil and make sure your chocolate is nut free. Always check labels for allergies.
- Extra Protein
Serve with Greek yogurt, cottage cheese or a protein shake on the side to make it more balanced as a snack.
- Low Carb
This recipe can fit into a lower carb lifestyle depending on how you slice it. Use sugar free chocolate chips, sugar free maple syrup and monk fruit sweetener to keep the brownies naturally sweetened with no refined sugar, and cut the pan into 12 or to 16 pieces for lower net carbs per serving.
Is This Recipe Good for Pre or Post Workout?
These brownies are still a dessert, but they can fit nicely around movement when enjoyed mindfully.
Before a Workout (Pre-Workout)
- Quick source of energy
Natural carbohydrates from sweet potato and the sweeteners can give you a gentle energy boost before a walk, yoga session or light to moderate workout. - Easier to digest than heavy desserts
The texture is soft and fudgy, which can feel lighter than a very dense cake or pastry. - Best in small portions
A small square with some protein on the side, like Greek yogurt or a handful of nuts, can help make it more balanced.
After a Workout (Post-Workout)
- Helps top up glycogen
The natural carbs from sweet potato and sweeteners can help replenish energy stores after exercise. - Pairs well with protein
Enjoy a small piece with a protein rich snack, such as Greek yogurt, cottage cheese or a protein smoothie, to support recovery.
Nice as an occasional reward
It can feel lovely to enjoy a more nourishing treat after a good workout, instead of something very high in refined sugar.
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Fudgiest Sweet Potato Chocolate Brownies | Healthy, No added sugar
Equipment
- 1 22 cm x 22 cm baking pan (9 x 9 inch)
- 160 C fan or 180 C conventional (320 F or 350 F)
Ingredients
- ½ cup Butter or ghee 120 g
- ⅓ cup + 2 tablespoons Cocoa or cacao powder 30 g
- ⅓ cup + 3 tablespoons free chocolate chips 55 g
- 3 large eggs
- ¼ cup Sugar free maple syrup or maple syrup 60 ml
- 1 ½ cups natural Sweet potato purée no oil added (see notes)
- ¾ cup Brown monk fruit sweetener or coconut sugar 150 g
- Zest of 1 medium orange
Topping
- 45 gram Dark chocolate chopped (I use %90 dark)
- 1 teaspoon tea spoon Brown monk fruit sweetener for topping optional
Instructions
- Prepare the pan and ovenLine a 22 cm x 22 cm baking pan (9 x 9 inch) with baking paper, leaving a little overhang on two sides so you can lift the brownies out later.Preheat the oven to 160°C fan (320°F). For a conventional oven use 180°C (350°F).
- Melt the butterAdd the butter or ghee to a large microwave safe mixing bowl. This will be your main brownie bowl.Microwave in short bursts of 20 to 30 seconds until the butter is fully melted but not too hot.
- Add the chocolate chips and cocoaAdd the sugar free chocolate chips straight into the warm melted butter. Stir until the chocolate chips start to melt and the mixture looks smooth and glossy. It is fine if a few small pieces of chocolate do not melt completely, they will melt into the batter and add a fudgy texture.Add the cacao or cocoa powder and the brown monk fruit sweetener to the mixture and whisk until fully combined.
- Mix in the wet ingredientsAdd the eggs, sugar free maple syrup and sweet potato purée to the chocolate mixture. The sweet potato purée should be soft and at room temperature (see sweet potato note below).Add the orange zest and whisk or stir until everything is well combined. Do not over mix.
- Transfer to the panPour the brownie batter into the prepared pan. Use a spatula to spread it into the corners and smooth the surface.
- Add the chocolate toppingChop the dark chocolate into small to medium pieces and scatter evenly over the top of the batter.If you like, lightly sprinkle about 1 teaspoon of brown monk fruit sweetener over some areas of the top. This gives a pretty effect with some glossy chocolate pieces and some slightly sprinkled, darker chocolatey patches.
- BakeBake for about 30 minutes in total.• Bake the first 25 minutes at 160°C fan (320°F).• Reduce the temperature to 110°C (230°F) for the last 5 minutes.Turn the oven off and leave the brownies inside for another 5 minutes before removing the pan from the oven.
- Cool and sliceLet the brownies sit in the pan for about 10 minutes. Carefully lift them out using the baking paper and place on a wire cooling rack.Allow to cool for 20 to 30 minutes before slicing.If you like them very fudgy and soft you can serve them while they are still slightly warm. For a firmer texture, let them cool completely and then chill in the fridge.
- ServeServe plain or with a scoop of refined sugar free vanilla ice cream on top. I love them warm with ice cream and also chilled from the fridge over the next few days.
Notes
- Peel the sweet potato using a vegetable peeler to remove the skin completely.
- Slice the sweet potato into thin round pieces, about 10 mm thick.
- Place the slices on a baking tray lined with baking paper.
- Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 12–15 minutes, or until the slices are soft and a fork goes in easily.
- Blend or mash the cooked sweet potato with a hand mixer or stick blender until smooth and creamy.
- Let the purée cool fully to room temperature before adding it to the brownie batter.
(If it’s warm or hot, it can affect the texture and may start to cook the eggs.)
