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Sweet, creamy dessert made with purple potatoes.
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Purple potato dessert (80 g) has 112 calories. That works out to 140 calories per 100 g. It contains 23.2 g of carbs, 1.8 g of protein, 2 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 8 mg of Vitamin C covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
112
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
23.2g
· 8% DV
Protein
1.8g
· 4% DV
Fat
2g
· 3% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 79% · Protein 6% · Fat 15%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 112 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.96 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 26 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 23.2 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 84 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 120 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 210 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 160 g | 224 kcal |
Calculated from 140 calories per 100 g.
Purple potato dessert is made with potatoes that have purple flesh; recipes may use a purple-fleshed potato or a purple sweet potato. The exact variety matters because sweetness, moisture, and texture can vary.
Purple potato dessert tastes sweet and creamy, with a mild earthy note from the potato. Vanilla, cinnamon, or citrus zest can complement that flavor, though the exact taste depends on the recipe.
Purple potato dessert usually combines cooked, mashed purple potatoes with a sweetener and a creamy ingredient such as milk or cream. Some recipes add flavorings or thickeners, so there is no single fixed ingredient list.
Purple potato dessert can turn less vivid when its potatoes are cooked or mixed with other ingredients. The color also varies by potato variety, so a muted shade does not necessarily mean the dessert was made incorrectly.
For smooth purple potato dessert, cook the potatoes until completely tender, then mash or blend them before adding the creamy ingredients. Pressing the mixture through a sieve can remove stubborn lumps, especially if the potatoes are fibrous.
Purple potato dessert is commonly served chilled or at room temperature, depending on its consistency. A little fruit or chopped nuts can add contrast, while an extra creamy topping may make an already rich dessert feel heavier.
Yes, you can make purple potato dessert with an unsweetened plant-based milk or cream alternative instead of dairy. Choose one with a neutral flavor so it does not overpower the potato, and expect the final texture to vary.
Yes, purple potato dessert can be prepared ahead and chilled before serving. Cooling helps pudding-style versions set, and covering the surface or sealing the container helps prevent a skin from forming.
Keep purple potato dessert covered in the refrigerator and serve it with a clean spoon. Since many versions contain milk or cream, do not leave it sitting out for an extended period, and discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Yes, purple potato dessert can be frozen, but the creamy mixture may separate or become watery after thawing. Freeze a small portion first to check the texture, then thaw it in the refrigerator and stir before serving.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
8mg · 9% DV
B6
0.14mg · 8% DV
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
B5
0.2mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
168mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
30mg · 4% DV
Manganese
0.1mg · 4% DV
Sodium
26mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Purple potato dessert is a sweet, creamy preparation made with purple-fleshed potatoes, usually softened and mashed into a smooth mixture. Recipes can vary in how they sweeten and thicken it, so it is better understood as a style of dessert than a dish with one fixed regional origin.
Its gentle, earthy potato flavour sits beneath the sweetness, while the texture is soft and spoonable. Serve it chilled or at room temperature as a small after-dinner dessert; fresh fruit or a little crunch from nuts makes a pleasant contrast. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with comparatively little protein. For a lighter portion, keep the serving modest and go easy on added sweetener.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.96g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.56g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.07g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.