Sweet Potato Chocolate Pudding – Healthy, 5-Minute Vegan Dessert
Jump to RecipeIf you’re looking for a dessert that’s quick, healthy, and absolutely indulgent, this sweet potato chocolate pudding is about to become your new favorite.
I love finding ways to use leftover sweet potato, and this recipe is the perfect hack. It’s naturally sweet, creamy, and comes together in just five minutes—no refined sugar, no guilt, just simple, wholesome ingredients.
Why Sweet Potato?
Sweet potatoes aren’t just delicious—they’re packed with fiber, vitamins, and natural sweetness. That means your pudding is not only satisfying but also nourishing. Add in dates, cacao, and coconut milk, and you’ve got a dessert that feels decadent while still being good for you.
- Quick & Easy: Ready in 5 minutes, perfect for busy days.
- Healthy Ingredients: No refined sugar, plant-based, and full of vitamins.
- Creamy & Delicious: Rich chocolatey flavor that feels indulgent but is guilt-free.
- Versatile: Eat it right away, chill it, or even add toppings like berries or nuts.
Sweet Potato Chocolate Pudding – Healthy, 5-Minute Vegan Dessert
Total time: 5 min
2 servings:
Per serving: ~373 kcal, 6.5 g protein, 11.5 g fat (depends on fat content)
Ingredients:
1 cup cooked sweet potato (leftover baked or steamed)
½ cup full-fat coconut milk
¼ cup cacao powder
2 tsp vanilla extract
Direction:
- In a high-speed blender (I love using my Ninja Blender
- for this—seriously, it makes it silky smooth every time), blend the coconut milk, dates, vanilla, and cacao powder until creamy.
- Add the cooked sweet potato and blend again until fully smooth.
- Serve immediately, or store in the fridge for the next day—it tastes amazing cold too!
Pro tip: Using a high-speed blender is key here. I’ve tried slower blenders, and nothing beats the silky texture you get from a powerful one like the Ninja. I genuinely recommend it if you make smoothies or desserts like this often.
If you’ve got leftover sweet potato, don’t let it go to waste! This sweet potato chocolate pudding is the easiest, most satisfying way to transform it into a dessert you’ll crave. And seriously, invest in a high-speed blender—it makes all the difference. My Ninja Blender is my go-to and I use it every single day for recipes like this.Give it a try and let me know what you think!
