I can’t tell you how much I love chocolate ganache frosting! Are you a choc-o-holic like me? I could eat it for breakfast!
This sweet potato chocolate ganache is to die for and completely replaces the dairy alternative, which makes me so happy because I love, love, love chocolate!
There’s something magical about watching a humble sweet potato turn into a glossy, decadent chocolate ganache. When I first blended this up, I half-expected Travis to notice the swap — but all he said was, “This tastes like frosting.”
That’s when I knew we had a winner. This Sweet Potato Chocolate Ganache Frosting is silky, rich, and completely plant-based — no butter, no oil, no refined sugar. Just whole-food ingredients that love your body back. It’s the perfect topping for cakes, cupcakes, Black Bean Brownies, or, let’s be honest, eating straight from the spoon.
💡 Pro Tips
- For a glossy finish, blend while the potatoes are still slightly warm.
- Want mocha vibes? Add 1 tsp of instant coffee or espresso powder.
- For a hint of luxury, whisk in 1 Tbsp of melted dark chocolate before chilling.
🍫 Nutritional Highlights (per 2-Tbsp serving)
- Two tablespoons of this yummy goodness runs you only about 70 calories with only one gram of fat. You also get 2 grams of fiber.
- A nice little bonus is that sweet potatoes are a Vitamin A powerhouse — over 100% of your daily value in just a couple spoonfuls of this awesomeness!
💵 Cost Comparison
- This homemade frosting is about $2.80 total or $0.23 per serving
- Store-bought vegan frosting at your local grocery runs around $6–8 per tub
That’s a 65% savings, and you’re skipping the oils, stabilizers, and refined sugar.
🌟 Why You’ll Love It
- Oil-free, dairy-free, and gluten-free
- Naturally sweet and rich — no powdered sugar required
- Spreads like buttercream, sets like ganache
🌻Final Thoughts
This frosting tastes indulgent enough for a celebration cake but wholesome enough for a weekday treat. Whether it’s topping your Black Bean Brownies, a stack of pancakes, or a spoon straight from the fridge, this ganache proves that decadence and health can share the same plate. Stay sunny and keep it chocolatey.
Sweet Potato Chocolate Ganache Frosting
Ingredients
Method
- Boil and mash the sweet potatoes until smooth and creamy. Let them cool slightly.
- In a food processor or blender, combine sweet potatoes, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt.
- Blend until silky smooth, scraping down sides as needed.
- Add soy milk one tablespoon at a time until you reach a thick, spreadable, ganache-like consistency.
- Chill for 30 minutes before frosting cakes or brownies — it will set beautifully and hold its shape.