Purple Sweet Potato Dessert Recipes: Naturally Sweet, Colorful, and Easy to Make

Rich in color and naturally sweet, purple sweet potatoes are the ultimate ingredient for show-stopping desserts. Whether you’re whipping up a creamy pudding, baking a vibrant pie, or crafting delightful mochi, these eye-catching roots bring both nutrition and novelty to your dessert table. With their subtly sweet flavor and dense texture, purple sweet potatoes make creating beautiful, delicious treats surprisingly easy.

This guide to purple sweet potato desserts walks you through three simple and stunning recipes perfect for any occasion. With just a few ingredients, you’ll be amazed how easy it is to turn this humble tuber into an elegant finale.

How to Make Purple Sweet Potato Desserts

These recipes showcase the versatility of purple sweet potatoes in sweet dishes—from creamy pudding to soft mochi and a rich pie.

Ingredients

Base Ingredients (used in all recipes):

• 2 medium purple sweet potatoes (steamed and mashed)

• 3–5 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)

• ¼ cup coconut milk or regular milk

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Recipe 1: Purple Sweet Potato Pudding

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

Additional Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp cornstarch

• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. In a saucepan, combine mashed purple sweet potato, sugar, and coconut milk.

2. Stir over medium heat until warm and smooth.

3. Mix cornstarch with a tablespoon of water and stir into the mixture.

4. Cook for another 3–4 minutes until thickened.

5. Add vanilla and a pinch of salt. Pour into small bowls and chill for 1 hour.

Servings: 2–3 small portions

Recipe 2: Purple Sweet Potato Mochi Balls

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 18 minutes

Additional Ingredients:

• ½ cup glutinous rice flour

• 2 tbsp sugar

• ¼ cup warm water

Instructions:

1. Mix mashed purple sweet potato, glutinous rice flour, sugar, and warm water into a dough.

2. Roll into small balls.

3. Steam for 8 minutes until soft and bouncy.

4. Optional: Roll in toasted coconut flakes or crushed nuts.

Servings: 12–15 small mochi

Recipe 3: Purple Sweet Potato Pie

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour

Additional Ingredients:

• 1 pre-made pie crust

• 2 eggs

• ½ cup sweetened condensed milk

• ½ tsp cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. In a mixing bowl, combine mashed purple sweet potatoes, eggs, condensed milk, and cinnamon.

3. Blend until smooth. Pour into pie crust.

4. Bake for 45 minutes or until set in the center. Cool before serving.

Servings: 8 slices

Presentation & Decoration

Garnish Ideas:

• Whipped cream with a dusting of cinnamon

• Shaved dark chocolate or coconut flakes

• Mint leaves for a fresh touch

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve pudding in clear glasses to show off the color

• Pair mochi with green tea or fruit

• Top pie slices with vanilla ice cream

Best Time to Eat

• Holiday Treat: A colorful addition to your dessert spread

• Afternoon Delight: Perfect with tea or coffee

• Sweet Craving Fix: Satisfying and guilt-free

Portion Guide

• Pudding: ½ cup per serving

• Mochi: 3–4 balls per serving

• Pie: 1 slice per person

Storage & Shelf Life

• Refrigeration: Store desserts in airtight containers for up to 3–4 days

• Freezing: Pie and mochi can be frozen for up to 1 month

• Reheating: Gently warm pie in the oven; mochi can be microwaved for 10–15 seconds

Allergy Guide

• Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free crust or flour for pie and mochi

• Dairy-Free: Use coconut milk and dairy-free alternatives

• Nut-Free: All recipes are naturally nut-free

More Purple Sweet Potato Ideas

• Purple Sweet Potato Ice Cream: Blend mashed potato with coconut cream and freeze

• Purple Donuts: Add to donut batter for color and flavor

• Sweet Potato Truffles: Mix with chocolate and roll into bite-sized balls

Tag your purple dessert creations with #PurpleSweetTreats and share your colorful, delicious results. You might just inspire our next batch of sweet inspiration!