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Healthy Sweet Potato Chocolate Cake

Healthy Sweet Potato Chocolate Cake
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Indulge guilt-free with this Healthy Sweet Potato Chocolate Cake, a rich and moist dessert that satisfies your chocolate cravings without compromising on nutrition. Made with wholesome ingredients like sweet potatoes and almond butter, this flourless cake is not only gluten-free but also bursting with flavor. Perfect for any occasion—from birthdays to cozy family gatherings—this cake impresses everyone while offering a healthy twist on traditional desserts. Its decadent taste combined with easy preparation makes it a go-to recipe for health-conscious dessert lovers.

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 grease a 9-inch round baking pan.
  2. In a food processor, blend the mashed sweet potato, almond butter, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and cider vinegar until smooth.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cocoa powder, baking soda, sea salt, and cinnamon (if using). Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients in the food processor until well mixed.
  4. Incorporate the coconut milk and gently fold in chocolate chips using a spatula.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow to cool before slicing and serving.

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