Healthy, Nutrient-dense Freezer Fudge
I would like to start by saying, I’ve never been a fan of fudge.
Even during the days when I craved sugar and loved sweet treats, fudge wasn’t something I gravitated towards. To me, it was too sweet and too rich. My tastebuds (and blood sugar levels) were overwhelmed by just a bite of fudge. Even all the beautiful assortments of fudge at Disney couldn’t win me over. Thank God.
Now, I walk to a different tune when I think of fudge! How could this be?? It all changed when I was introduced to a fudge recipe by the homeopathic doctor I use to see. The recipes she provided were full of flavor so I thought surely this fudge recipe would be super tasty. And boy was I right.
After making it several times, I began to tweak it to my liking. Now, I throw in collagen for added health benefits (you can’t taste it), use less honey, and more cinnamon. This fudge recipe is the kind you can eat, knowing you aren’t wrecking your blood sugar levels or your gut. You don’t feel awful after eating it. Yet, your sweet tooth is satisfied because it is decadent and nourishing to the body. Have I sold you yet? No? I guess you’ll need to try it out for yourself :).
Did I mention it is easy to throw together and ready to eat within 30 minutes? Well, it is. Whether or not you’re a chocolate lover like me, you’ll find this treat to be delicious and addicting. Enjoy, friends!
Nourishing Freezer Fudge
Ingredients
⅓ cup coconut oil – melted
⅔ cup nut butter (I use almond butter)
¼ cup cacao powder*
1- 2 tbsp collagen powder (I use Further Food)
¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1.5 tablespoons honey (reduce for less sweetness)
1 tsp vanilla extract
⅛ tsp sea salt
½- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Optional:
1-2 pinches cayenne pepper
¼ cup chopped raw nuts of your choosing (toast for more flavor) – I’ve used almond, walnut, and pecans and they were all great!
¼ cup cacao nibs
*You can sub the cacao powder for cocoa powder. I prefer cacao because it is high in antioxidants and minimally processed, unlike cocoa powder which can be highly processed.
Instructions
Line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
Melt coconut oil in a small saucepan over low heat.
In a small bowl, whisk together almond butter with the melted coconut oil. Add in cacao powder, unsweetened coconut, honey, sea salt, vanilla extract, cinnamon, collagen, and cayenne (if using). Whisk all the ingredients together really well. Then mix chopped walnuts or cacao nibs (or both if you’re getting crazy) into the fudge or sprinkle on top of the fudge once poured in the pan. The nuts and cacao provide a nice crunch and texture!
Pour fudge into the loaf pan and spread out evenly. Place in the freezer for 30- 45 minutes.
Lift the parchment paper out of the pan. Use a cutting board and sharp knife to slice the fudge into as many bite-sized pieces as you would like. Keep in a sealed container (I use a stasher bag) in the freezer or refrigerator.
I hope you enjoy this fudge recipe as much as my husband and I do! I love making nutrient-dense + immune-boosting energy bites. toO! They are perfect for the summer :)
If you try it either recipe, please let me know what you think!