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Healthy Sweet Potato Chocolate Cake

Healthy Sweet Potato Chocolate Cake
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Indulge in a Healthy Sweet Potato Chocolate Cake that is both delicious and guilt-free! This flourless dessert is made without refined sugar, butter, or gluten, making it perfect for health-conscious eaters. Featuring nutrient-dense sweet potatoes and creamy almond butter, this cake boasts a rich chocolate flavor that will satisfy even the most ardent chocolate lovers. Whether it’s for a special occasion or just a cozy family dessert, this cake is sure to impress with its moist texture and delightful sweetness from pure maple syrup. Enjoy it plain or elevate your experience with toppings like fresh berries or whipped coconut cream.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup mashed sweet potato
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • ⅔ cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp cider vinegar or lemon juice
  • ⅔ cup cocoa powder
  • 3/4 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • ½ cup full-fat canned coconut milk
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil or butter
  • Pinch sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a greased 8×8 baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine mashed sweet potato, almond butter, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cider vinegar, and coconut milk; mix until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, baking soda, cinnamon (if using), and sea salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until fully combined.
  4. Fold in chocolate chips gently.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow to cool before slicing.

Nutrition

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