{"id":8907,"date":"2019-12-02T16:35:27","date_gmt":"2019-12-02T11:05:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/?p=8907"},"modified":"2025-10-28T12:22:54","modified_gmt":"2025-10-28T06:52:54","slug":"sweet-potato-chocolate-pudding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/sweet-potato-chocolate-pudding\/","title":{"rendered":"Sweet Potato Chocolate Pudding"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Silky, chocolatey, and unbelievably creamy, this sweet potato chocolate pudding<\/strong> is the kind of dessert that makes you swoon with every spoonful! Made with just 5 ingredients<\/em>, it\u2019s smooth, rich, and wholesome. The best part? It takes minutes to make and is naturally sweetened and dairy-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I love sneaking veggies into my desserts and bakes. From sweet potato bread<\/a> to avocado chocolate mousse<\/a> to chocolate zucchini cake,<\/a> I\u2019m always experimenting. This sweet potato chocolate pudding recipe is another gem in that collection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Think of it as your favorite old-fashioned chocolate pudding, but with a wholesome twist (much like my chocolate chia pudding<\/a>). The sweet potato adds body and natural sweetness. The cocoa gives it depth. The result is a luscious, velvety pudding that feels indulgent yet is secretly good for you.<\/p>\n\n\n[feast_advanced_jump_to]\n\n\n

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\u2728 The pudding is refined sugar-free (dates make it sweet), eggless, and needs no fancy steps. Blend everything, and you have a delicious, creamy chocolate pudding!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2728 The recipe is a clever way to hide veggies in desserts, especially if you have fussy eaters at home. No one will ever guess that the chocolate pudding is made with sweet potatoes!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2728 You\u2019ll love the texture of the pudding! It\u2019s silky smooth and so rich <\/strong>that you can enjoy the pudding as is or top it with whipped cream, nuts, fresh fruit, or some chili to make chili chocolate pudding<\/a>!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Recipe Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sweet potato<\/strong> is the star ingredient! It gives the pudding its rich, creamy texture and natural sweetness. To cook them, I prefer to steam the sweet potatoes, but you can also boil them. Roasting also works beautifully for a deeper flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sweetener<\/strong>: Dates were my choice. You can use date syrup, maple syrup, or honey if you prefer. Since sweet potatoes are naturally sweet, adjust the quantity to your liking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Milk<\/strong>: For that luscious, silky finish, full-fat coconut milk is my go-to. It makes the pudding rich without any heaviness. Feel free to swap in any milk of your choice, homemade almond milk,<\/a> oat milk<\/a>, or regular dairy milk. You can even use cashew milk like I did in my chocolate cashew chia pudding<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cocoa powder:<\/strong> Good quality is key. It brings the chocolate flavor to life and balances the natural sweetness of the potatoes and dates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sea salt<\/strong>: A pinch of sea salt might sound optional, but it\u2019s not<\/em>! Trust me. That small pinch? It enhances flavors and balances out the sweetness. Don\u2019t skip it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please see the recipe card below for full information about ingredients and quantities.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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How To Make Sweet Potato Chocolate Pudding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Okay, now this is a ridiculously simple recipe. Just 5 ingredients - cooked sweet potato, coconut milk, dates, sea salt, and cocoa powder. All of these get blended in your food processor or blender. And that's it! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 1:<\/strong> Cook, peel, and roughly chop the sweet potatoes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2:<\/strong> Pit the dates and soak them in hot water for 5-10 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 3:<\/strong> Add the chopped sweet potato, coconut milk, soaked dates (without the water), sea salt, and cocoa powder to your blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 4:<\/strong> Taste and adjust for sweetness. You may want to add more cocoa powder or dates. If the pudding seems too thick, add more coconut milk to thin it out. The pudding will thicken more as it chills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 5:<\/strong> Transfer into serving dishes, cover, and refrigerate for 2-3 hours.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Garnish and enjoy!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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