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Sweet Potato & Avocado Chocolate Pudding – Perfect for Picky Eaters!

Last Updated on January 16, 2023 by Jean Choi 2 Comments

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Healthy chocolate pudding made with hidden veggies, that’s still creamy, rich, and decadent! This sweet potato and avocado chocolate pudding is so delicious and packed with nutrients, and it’s toddler-friendly, kid-friendly – perfect for picky eaters. It’s dairy free, gluten free, paleo, and vegan, and you really can’t taste the veggies at all!

A small white bowl with sweet potato avocado chocolate pudding, topped with sliced strawberries and shaved chocolate

What Makes This Recipe Great

As a mom of two littles, one of them being a picky toddler, I’m always trying to find ways to find sneak in veggies into their diets – like my hidden veggie mac and cheese. So when I first made this healthy chocolate pudding, I was so excited to find a dessert recipe that my whole family loves that’s packed with nutrients!

You really can’t detect the flavors of the sweet potato or the avocado at all. It just tastes like a wonderful dessert. The natural sweetness of the sweet potato and the creaminess of the avocado blend in so well into the chocolate. They both make the pudding just so tasty and decadent with healthy ingredients.

I also love that it comes together in just several minutes in the blender or food processor, and it’s just so easy with just 6 simple ingredients.

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Ingredient Notes

labeled ingredients for sweet potato and avocado chocolate pudding

sweet potato: You just need 1 sweet potato, cooked however you like. My personal favorite way to cook sweet potatoes is the air fryer method.

avocado: Use a ripe avocado for the ultra creamy texture. The avocado flesh should be soft and make an indent when push into it.

coconut milk: I used full-fat coconut milk, because I love how thick and creamy it is. However, you can use any dairy free milk of your choice like almond milk or oat milk. If you aren’t vegan or dairy free, regular milk or cream will work just fine.

cocoa powder: Either cocoa powder or cacao powder will work for this sweet potato avocado chocolate pudding recipe. I personally prefer the rich chocolate flavor of cocoa powder.

maple syrup: This is my preferred liquid sweetener, but honey will also work (not vegan).

Step-by-Step Instructions

numbered step by step photos for this hidden veggie chocolate pudding
  1. Cook the sweet potato: Poke holes in the sweet potato with fork and steam until fork tender (about 30 minutes), or use this air fryer method to cook it.
  2. Once cooled, remove the skin and add to a blender or a food processor with the rest of the ingredients. Blend until smooth. Add more milk for a thinner texture, if you prefer.
  3. You can serve this chocolate avocado pudding immediately, or you can chill to firm up a bit. If you like, top with fruits, shaved chocolate, or whipped cream.
  4. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
close up shot of creamy sweet potato chocolate pudding with strawberries and shaved chocolate

Tips and Substitutions

  • Equipment: I recommend using a food processor or a blender for that ultra smooth and creamy texture.
  • Dairy: You can use any milk of your choice. To keep it vegan and paleo, use dairy free milk. However, regular milk or cream will also work.
  • Texture/Flavor: Adjust the milk and the sweetener to taste. You can add more milk if you prefer a thinner texture, and add more maple syrup if you prefer the flavor to be sweeter
  • Toppings: Add whatever toppings you want for added flavor and texture. I love shaved chocolate and fruits like banana, raspberries, or strawberries.
  • Storage: Store covered in the fridge for up to 4 days. You can also freeze for up to a month. The texture might not be as creamy when defrosted, but it’ll still have that delicious chocolatey flavor. You can also enjoy it frozen like ice cream.
an overhead shot of chocolate pudding with a spoonful of it getting lifted from the bowl

Try These Other Hidden Veggie Recipes

Hidden Veggie Mac and Cheese

Hidden Veggie Chicken Nuggets (Baked, Air Fried, or Pan Fried)

Gluten-Free Cornbread

Gluten Free Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Healthy Homemade Popsicles for Toddlers

a close up shot of sweet potato avocado chocolate pudding

Sweet Potato & Avocado Chocolate Pudding – Perfect for Picky Eaters!

Healthy chocolate pudding made with hidden veggies, that's still creamy, rich, and decadent! This sweet potato and avocado chocolate pudding is so delicious and packed with nutrients, and it's toddler-friendly, kid-friendly – perfect for picky eaters. It's dairy free, gluten free, paleo, and vegan, and you really can't taste the veggies at all!
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate pudding for kids, healthy chocolate pudding, hidden veggie dessert, sweet potato chocolate pudding, vegan chocolate pudding
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 243kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 medium sweet potato
  • 1 medium avocado ripe
  • 1/3 cup coconut milk or any milk of your choice – plus more, if needed
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder or cacao powder
  • 2-3 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Poke holes in the sweet potato with fork and steam until fork tender (about 30 minutes), or use this air fryer method to cook it.
  • Remove the skin and add to a blender or a food processor with the rest of the ingredients. Blend until smooth. Add more milk for a thinner texture.
  • You can serve immediately, or you can chill to firm up a bit. If you like, top with fruits, shaved chocolate, or whipped cream.
  • Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Sweet Potato & Avocado Chocolate Pudding – Perfect for Picky Eaters!
Amount Per Serving (1 serving – makes 3)
Calories 243 Calories from Fat 108
% Daily Value*
Fat 12g18%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 7g
Sodium 50mg2%
Potassium 757mg22%
Carbohydrates 37g12%
Fiber 10g42%
Sugar 13g14%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 10785IU216%
Vitamin C 9mg11%
Calcium 69mg7%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Notes

  • Equipment: I recommend using a food processor or a blender for that ultra smooth and creamy texture.
  • Dairy: You can use any milk of your choice. To keep it vegan and paleo, use dairy free milk. However, regular milk or cream will also work.
  • Texture/Flavor: Adjust the milk and the sweetener to taste. You can add more milk if you prefer a thinner texture, and add more maple syrup if you prefer the flavor to be sweeter
  • Toppings: Add whatever toppings you want for added flavor and texture. I love shaved chocolate and fruits like banana, raspberries, or strawberries.
  • Storage: Store covered in the fridge for up to 4 days. You can also freeze for up to a month. The texture might not be as creamy when defrosted, but it’ll still have that delicious chocolatey flavor. You can also enjoy it frozen like ice cream.
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By Jean Choi | January 16, 2023

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  1. Diana says

    January 30, 2023 at 12:07 pm

    5 stars
    My 16month old loves it! Thank you!

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    • Jean Choi says

      February 1, 2023 at 12:49 pm

      Amazing!! Love hearing that. 🙂

      Reply

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