Flourless Sweet Potato Brownies

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups mashed sweet potato (can use white or orange variety)
• ½ ripe banana (or use 2 cups mashed sweet potato total this was just what I had on hand)
• 1 cup dark chocolate chips
• ⅔ cup honey
• 1 cup peanut butter (or any nut butter)
• 2 large eggs
• ⅔ cup cocoa powder
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• Optional: 2 scoops unflavored protein powder- this is my favorite clean brand 
• Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

• Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line or lightly grease a 9×9 baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed sweet potato and banana until smooth.
  3. Add honey, peanut butter, and eggs. Mix until fully incorporated.
  4. Stir in cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and apple cider vinegar.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips and walnuts if using.
  6. If using protein powder, mix in last until evenly combined.
  7. Transfer batter to baking dish and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the center is set.
  9. Allow to cool before slicing for best structure and texture.