2 Ingredient Sweet Potato Chocolate Mousse Recipe

I wanted to make a fancy mousse recipe. So I made a creamy, silky, and healthy 2 ingredient sweet potato chocolate mousse recipe.

To make this mousse, I didn’t need to melt chocolate, whip cream, chill bowls, and many more steps.

It was a very simple and easy process to make this luxury mousse. 

This sweet potato chocolate mousse is dairy-free, more customizable, and takes about 10 minutes to make.

Plus, it will also take some chill time, which is not a hard-working process. You just have to keep it in the fridge.

Also, this two-ingredient sweet potato chocolate mousse doesn’t taste like mashed potatoes.

Instead, it tastes like rich ganache, soft like pudding, and melts easily in the mouth like chocolate truffles.

You will need only two ingredients, sweet potato and chocolate, to make it.

So in this post, I will give you the two-ingredient sweet potato chocolate mousse recipe.

I will also teach you how you can upgrade it with toppings, adjust its texture, make it vegan, or turn it into a frozen mousse.

 

Why Sweet Potato Works in Mousse (And You Won’t Even Taste It)

When we say 2 ingredient sweet potato chocolate mousse, it sounds like a kind of a diet hack. 

But actually, it’s not true!

Sweet potato is one of the most underrated desserts that most people don’t try.

To make this easy mousse recipe, when you roast sweet potatoes, they will become like caramel, naturally sweet and soft like butter.

And when you blend it with dark chocolate, it will become thick and rich and get a texture like mousse, which will set in the fridge.

The good thing about this recipe is that it’s healthy because it doesn’t have extra sugar, cream, or other dairy products.

Also, because sweet potato has starch, it will help you thicken and hold mousse, so you won’t even need eggs for that, so it’s also gluten-free.

If we talk about the flavor, you won’t feel as if you are eating sweet mashed potato, you will just get the deep, dark, smooth chocolate taste with creamy body, that’s it.

Also read: 3 Ingredient Vegan Coconut Macaroons Recipe

What Type of Sweet Potato to Use

It is very important to choose the right sweet potatoes to make this 2 ingredient sweet potato chocolate mousse recipe. 

Because all sweet potatoes aren’t the same.

I recommend going with orange flesh sweet potatoes, like Jewel and Granet sweet potatoes.

Because they are naturally sweet, creamy, and they become soft when you roast them.

You should avoid white flesh sweet potatoes, because they are too stretchy and dry.

And also don’t use purple sweet potatoes, because they are hard to blend. And even when you blend them, they will give you a different texture.

So my first choice is to go with the orange flesh sweet potatoes.

Also, you want to roast, not boil. Boiled sweet potatoes will get watery and dull in flavor.

On the other hand, roasting will bring out caramelized sweetness to balance the chocolate.

You want just 1 cup of mashed sweet potato. Or we can say one medium-sized roasted sweet potato.

 

What Chocolate to Use for the Best Mousse

Besides the sweet potato, the second ingredient is also very important, and you need to choose it right too.

You will need about ¾ to 1 cup of dark chocolate; you can chop it if you’re using a chocolate bar or use it in chip form (it should be around 150–175 grams).

Also, you wanna go with a good quality dark chocolate — minimum 60% cacao, but 70% or higher will give you more intense mousse. 

When I made 2 Ingredient Sweet Potato Chocolate Mousse, I used Lindt 70%, but I also like Ghirardelli 72%, and even Guittard Extra Dark Baking Chips; they all worked well. 

I use them all in different recipes, and even in the same recipe, depending on what’s available at the time of cooking.

You can also mix milk and dark chocolate if you want something less bitter. 

But dark chocolate is what will give your mousse a luxurious and intense vibe.

So you can use:

• Chocolate chips
• Chocolate bars (just chop them before melting)
• Coventure chocolate or couverture discs (great if you want fancy)

However, you want to make sure the chocolate has cocoa butter in it — that will give a creamy melt. And, you should avoid compound chocolate with fillers.

Also read: 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Smoothie without Banana Recipe

Ingredients Recap (Only 2 Things!)

This two ingredients recipe is too simple, here is what you all need, ingredients and optional toppings:

• 1 cup mashed roasted sweet potato (about 1 medium sweet potato)
• ¾ to 1 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped chocolate (around 150g)

That’s it.

Of course, you can also add optional things. Here are ideas:

• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of sea salt
• Cinnamon or espresso powder
• Maple syrup or honey (if you want extra sweetness)

This sweet potato mousse recipe also works great without these toppings.

 

Step-by-Step: How to Make 2 Ingredient Sweet Potato Chocolate Mousse

Here is how I made two ingredients sweet potato chocolate mousse for myself. You have to follow this process like me, it’s too easy:

Step 1: Roast the Sweet Potato

Firstly, you wanna preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Meanwhile, wash and scrub your sweet potato and poke it a few times with a fork.

Then wrap in foil and roast for 45 to 50 minutes until it becomes super soft and caramelized from the inside.

Once done, let it cool. 

Then peel and mash your sweet potato to make it creamy; you can use a fork or a food processor for that. You want your sweet potato to be lump-free and smooth.

Pro Tip: You can do this step ahead. You can roast the sweet potato in bulk and store it in the fridge for mousse prep anytime. 

Step 2: Melt the Chocolate

Take a heat-safe bowl and add chopped dark chocolate or chips, and melt them either:

• Using a microwave: You have to heat the dark chocolate in 20-second bursts, also stirring each time.
• Using a double boiler: You will place the bowl over simmering water and stir until melted.

Once the dark chocolate is silky and fully melted, you will remove it from the heat.

Optional here: In that melted chocolate, you can stir in toppings such as vanilla, sea salt, or any spice if you want extra flavor depth.

Step 3: Mix and Blend

Into that melted chocolate, you have to add your mashed sweet potato.

Then, mix everything with a spatula, then blend.

You can use:

• Hand blender
• Food processor
• High-speed blender

Blend until this chocolate and sweet potato mixture becomes super smooth, creamy, and thick like mousse.

Tip: If the mixture of sweet potato and dark chocolate looks too thick, you can add 1 tbsp of warm almond milk or coconut milk to loosen. But don’t make it runny — it needs to be thick so that you can set it nicely.

Also, you wanna taste it at this point. 

If you want it sweeter, you can add 1 or 2 teaspoons of maple syrup and blend again.

Step 4: Chill the Mousse

Spoon your 2-ingredient sweet potato chocolate mousse into small glass jars, ramekins, or dessert bowls.

Smooth the tops…

Then, cover and chill for at least 1 to 2 hours in the fridge. 

When I made it for myself, I kept it in the fridge overnight.

However, even in two hours, this mousse will firm up slightly and become silky-rich like a restaurant dessert.

 

Toppings and Serving Ideas

Once you have chilled your 2 ingredient sweet potato chocolate mousse after keeping it for a few hours or overnight in the fridge, you can serve it with these toppings:

• Whipped cream or coconut whipped cream
• Grated dark chocolate or cocoa powder dusting
• Chopped roasted nuts (pecans, hazelnuts, almonds)
• Berries (raspberries, sliced strawberries)
• Sea salt flakes
• Cinnamon dust or nutmeg
• Espresso drizzle or mocha syrup

Also, it’s not necessary to serve this Sweet Potato Chocolate Mousse with any of these toppings. 

You can also eat that without toppings. It will still taste good.

Also read: 3 Ingredient Protein Powder Mug Cake No Egg Recipe

Sweet Potato Chocolate Mousse Customization Ideas

A good thing about these 2 ingredient sweet potato chocolate mousse is that you can customize it and give it other flavors.

For example, you can make it spicy, nutty, fruity, or even make it like a frozen treat. Here are some variations that I recommend you try.

Vegan Chocolate Mousse

This sweet potato mousse recipe is naturally vegan, but I still recommend you double-check the label. 

Plus, if you’re adding milk, make sure it’s also vegan, like oat milk or almond milk.

Nut Butter Swirl

You have to add 1 to 2 tablespoons of peanut butter or almond butter to the chocolate before mixing. It will give a Reese’s vibe with a creamy nuttiness.

Spiced Mousse

You can add a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or chipotle powder into the mix. 

This version is inspired by Mexican recipes, and it’s good when you want a warm, cozy, fall-ish twist.

Orange Chocolate Mousse

Simply stir in a teaspoon of orange zest, or you can also use a drop of orange extract into the chocolate. 

Just by adding any of these ingredients, your sweet potato mousse will become like a fancy holiday chocolate-orange truffle.

Frozen Mousse Bars

You can pour the mousse into a lined loaf pan, freeze for 1 to 2 hours, and slice into bars. 

After that, dust it with cocoa powder, and you will have a fudgy, frozen dessert ready.

Espresso Chocolate Mousse

Add ½ tsp instant espresso powder into the melted chocolate. Chocolate + coffee is always a good idea.

 

Sweet Potato vs Avocado Mousse (Why I Prefer This One)

Some people use avocado in mousse, which is fine, and once I made 3-ingredient avocado chocolate pudding, which was quite similar to this mousse recipe.

But honestly, sweet potato has a little better base in so many ways.

• It’s more stable, and avocado might turn brown or weird if not eaten fast.
• Sweet potato will give you natural sweetness, but avocado won’t.
• You can roast and store sweet potatoes in the fridge, but the avocado will ripen randomly.
• Sweet potato will give a better thick structure — you won’t need any extra ingredients to set it.

By the way, I’m not against using avocado. It has its own benefits. If you make the avocado pudding recipes in my way, you won’t get an avocado taste either.

Plus, they don’t have too many calories, so when you are on your weight loss goal, you can use avocado. 

And I personally like both. I love making new things, and I have no problem even with high-calorie or low-calorie foods.

I prefer this 2 ingredient sweet potato chocolate mousse for myself, because it has more calories than avocado pudding or mousse, which I need.

 

What to Serve with 2 Ingredient Sweet Potato Chocolate Mousse

You can pair this 2 ingredient sweet potato chocolate mousse solo. 

But if you want a full dessert experience, here are some of my recommendations:

Light Pairings

• Fresh fruit (sliced bananas, strawberries, or raspberries)
• Biscotti or shortbread
• Granola clusters or coconut flakes

Indulgent Pairings

• Brownie chunks or chocolate cake crumble
• Salted caramel drizzle
• Crushed toffee or peanut brittle

Fancy Style

• Serve in wine glasses or layered in clear jars with whipped cream (Btw, I have never tried wine)
• Add edible flowers or gold dust for a holiday look
• Use a piping bag to swirl the mousse in the dessert cups

Besides my recommendation, you can also choose something else that you like.

 

Nutrition Breakdown (Approx. Per Serving)

Here is the rough idea of nutrition that you will get in each small serving (based on 4 servings total):

• Calories: 200–250
• Fat: 12–15g (from chocolate)
• Carbs: 20–25g (mostly from sweet potato)
• Sugar: 8–12g (depends on chocolate)
• Protein: 3–5g

This sweet potato chocolate mousse is a little better than traditional mousse. It is packed with cream, eggs, and natural sugar. So, it’s real food — no junky fillers.

 

Conclusion

This was my 2 Ingredient Sweet Potato Chocolate Mousse recipe. If you haven’t tried it yet, you’re missing out on something that’s creamy, rich, and feels totally.

To make this, you won’t need cream, eggs, or sugar, etc— just sweet potato and dark chocolate. 

And, you will get a dessert that will feel as if you bought it from a fancy cafe. 

Plus, it’s healthy, customizable, and no baking is needed. 

So now, when you want something chocolatey, you can simply roast a sweet potato, melt some chocolate, and make this 2 ingredient mousse. 

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are a few questions and their answers about the 2 ingredient sweet potato chocolate mousse recipe:

Can I use canned sweet potato puree instead of roasting fresh ones?

Yes, you can use sweet potato puree. But make sure it’s 100% sweet potato and not the one with added sugar or spices like pumpkin pie style.

And also remember that when you use sweet potato puree, it might be watery, so you have to chill the mousse longer for the right texture.

However, roasted fresh sweet potatoes are better, and they will give you a better texture and a thick caramel-like base. So I like and recommend going with this one.

What’s the best way to make this mousse sweeter if I like it more dessert-style?

You can adjust the sweetness based on your taste.

If your dark chocolate is bitter, you can add one or two teaspoons of maple syrup, honey, or agave.

Besides this, you can also use date paste while blending.

However, when you are adding any sweetener, you should keep checking it.

Don’t add too much, like 2-3 teaspoons at a time. Start with one.

How long does sweet potato chocolate mousse last in the fridge, and can I freeze it too?

If you use the fridge, this 2-ingredient sweet potato chocolate mousse will last 4 to 5 days. And you will need to use a sealed container or a jar.

This sweet potato mousse will keep getting better after a day. But for a certain period, after 3 to 4 days, it won’t get better. Instead, it will get worse.

However, if you want to freeze it for a little longer, you can pour it into molds or a lined container.

Then, this mousse will become like a frozen fudge-style treat.

And next time, when you want to eat, you have to keep it at room temperature for a few minutes. Also, you can eat it like an ice cream bar.