Sweet Potato Brownies - healthy, moist and cakey

These Healthy Sweet Potato Brownies have become a favorite in our home — because they taste like a classic treat, but they sneak in nourishing ingredients that help little bodies grow. Made with mashed sweet potato, oat flour, and just a touch of maple syrup, they come together in minutes. Perfect for lunchboxes, after-school snacks, or those “Mom, I want something sweet!” moments.

And the best part? No refined sugar. No weird ingredients. Just real food.

🍠 Why Sweet Potato Makes the BEST Healthy Brownies

Sweet potatoes aren’t just delicious — they’re packed with nutrients most kids don’t get enough of.

Sweet potatoes provide:

• Vitamin A (beta carotene) — supports healthy vision & immune system

• Fiber — gentle on digestion

• Potassium — helps muscle and nerve function

• Natural moistness — makes brownies tender without extra fat

That means these brownies are more than a treat… they’re a nutrient booster.

📋 Ingredients

(For one 5×7 inch small-batch pan — about 8 kid-sized squares)

• ½ cup mashed sweet potato

• 1 egg

• ¼ cup maple syrup

• 2 tbsp melted coconut oil

• ½ cup oat flour

• ¼ cup cocoa powder

• 1 tsp baking soda

• ¼ cup chocolate chips

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Whisk the wet ingredients

In a bowl, whisk:

• 1 egg

• 1/2 cup mashed sweet potato

• 1/4 cup maple syrup

Whisk until completely smooth — no sweet potato bits should remain.

2. Add the coconut oil

Make sure your mixture is room temperature first. Then whisk in the melted coconut oil. If your mixture is cold, the coconut oil will solidify into little white dots — so don’t rush this step!

3. Add the dry ingredients

Add:

• oat flour

• cocoa powder

• baking soda

Mix until everything is combined and smooth.

4. Fold in chocolate chips

Use a spatula so you don’t overmix.

5. Bake

Spread batter into a greased 5×7 inch dish.
Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.

The brownies will be soft and cakey with the perfect chocolate crumb.

🍫 Nutritional Value (per 5×7 pan — 8 servings)

These sweet potato brownies are nutrient-dense and naturally sweetened. Here is the approximate nutrition per slice (1 of 8):

Per Serving (1/8 pan):

• Calories: ~120

• Carbohydrates: ~16g

• Natural Sugars: ~7g (from sweet potato + maple syrup)

• Protein: ~2g

• Fat: ~5g

• Fiber: ~2g

• Vitamin A: ~90–120% DV (huge boost from the sweet potato!)

• Iron: ~4% DV

• Calcium: ~3% DV

Is This Good for Kids?

Yes — these brownies are a great option for kids because:

✔ Naturally sweetened

No refined sugar — sweetness comes from maple syrup and sweet potato.

✔ High in Vitamin A

Just one brownie gives a child nearly all the Vitamin A they need for the day.
Vitamin A supports:

• vision

• immune system

• skin health

• healthy growth

✔ Soft texture

Moist and easy to chew — toddler-friendly.

✔ Fiber-rich

Oat flour + sweet potato = gentle on digestion and helps keep kids full longer.

✔ Lower sugar than traditional brownies

Most brownies have 20–30g of sugar per slice —
these have about 7g from natural sources.

Important note:

This brownie is a nutrient-boosting treat, not a replacement for meals.
But compared to traditional brownies, it offers meaningful nutrition while still tasting delicious.

👶 Is This Good for Small Kids?

Yes — in moderation.

These brownies are:

• soft and easy to chew

• naturally sweet

• full of nutrients

• free from refined sugar

• made with simple, real ingredients

They make a great:

• lunchbox treat

• after-school snack

• holiday dessert

• “better choice” when kids want something sweet

Always consider your child’s dietary needs and any allergies.

💛 Final Thoughts

If you’re trying to add more veggies into your family’s diet without the battle, these Sweet Potato Brownies are a must-try. They’re simple, wholesome, budget-friendly, and totally irresistible.

Kids eat them happily.
Parents love them quietly.
And nobody tastes the sweet potato. 😉