Dark Chocolate Sweet Potato Fudge

A rich and decadent Dark Chocolate Sweet Potato Fudge – Yep! Sweet potato is the secret hero of this no-bake fudge recipe.

As easy to make and just as elegant as our White Chocolate Fudge, this fudge has a quiet ingredient that adds to the sweetness, but most of all, sweet potato is the reason for the gorgeous creamy and soft texture of this chocolate fudge. And just like our Dark Chocolate Avocado Truffles, you wouldn’t know it was there unless you are told.

Find more deliciously easy and portable No-Bake Dessert Recipes for picnics and summer cookouts.

Like avocado, sweet potatoes make an excellent ingredient for desserts for enhancing texture. Sweet potato also adds proteins and nutrients instead of fats and cholesterol if you use heavy cream-based ingredients instead. A healthier alternative for kids’ picnics and parties, sweet potatoes are also low carb which makes it a keto-friendly fudge.

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Ingredients

Dark Chocolate

For this fudge recipe, I have used 50% chocolate. Different types of chocolate will impart very different flavours to your baking. If you want to use darker chocolate – 75% cacao chocolate or darker, you may want to adjust the sweetener to taste, especially for those with a sweeter palate. If you prefer that slight bitterness from darker chocolate, leave the sweetness as is.

Storage

Sweet potato fudge will keep in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for seven days.

Process

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Yield: 16 Pieces

Dark Chocolate Sweet Potato Fudge

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Sweet potato plays the leading role in this quick and easy fudge recipe providing a sweet, creamy and silky texture. With rich dark chocolate, you won't even know this decadent fudge is made with sweet potato.

Prep Time 20 minutes

Chilling Time 1 hour

Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup sweet potato puree, at room temperature
• 14 oz dark chocolate (I’ve used a 50% but you can use darker - see notes)
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup maple syrup
• ¼ cup canned coconut cream
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Optional

• ¼ cup peanut butter

Garnish Suggestions

• Sea salt
• Shredded or desiccated coconut
• Chilli flakes
• Chopped nuts

Instructions

1. Melt the dark chocolate in the microwave for 60-90 seconds, or until smooth and runny.
2. Add the chocolate to a bowl with the sweet potato puree, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined. If you see some lumps in your butter, use a hand mixer to remove them. You want to achieve a very smooth texture.
3. Add ground cinnamon, salt, and coconut cream. Stir until well combined. Optional: add peanut butter and mix well – see notes.
4. Pour the batter into an 8” square pan lined with parchment paper and spread evenly.
5. Refrigerate the fudge for an hour or until completely set.
6. Divide the fudge into 16 squares, and garnish with sea salt flakes, shredded coconut, chopped nuts or even chilli flakes.

Notes

Optional Peanut Butter

For those who like a nutty flavour in their fudge, adding peanut butter adds a lovely nutty finish without impacting the texture. This fudge recipe works well, with or without.

Dark Chocolate Variations

If you wish to use 75% cacao chocolate or darker, you may find you want to adjust the sweetener to taste, especially for those with sugary palates. Of course, if you prefer that slightly more bitter finish from darker chocolates, leave the syrup quantity as is.

Storage

Sweet potato fudge will keep in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for seven days.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

16

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 271Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 245mgCarbohydrates: 30gFiber: 3gSugar: 21gProtein: 5g

Nutrition data provided here is only an estimate

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