Vegan Fudge
This Vegan Fudge is rich, creamy and easy to make with just a few simple ingredients! The perfect dairy-free chocolate dessert or gift idea! If you want to make a festive and healthy treat to spread some Christmas cheer, this stove-top or microwave fudge is the recipe you've been searching for. Gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, paleo with low carb and keto sweetener options.
Ingredients
- 3.5 oz dark chocolate , good quality (we used 70%), use paleo or low carb friendly brand as needed
- ¼ cup organic refined coconut oil
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup , can also sub with Lakanto sugar-free maple syrup or yacon syrup for low carb, keto
- 1 cup creamy unsalted cashew butter , can also sub any nut or seed butter
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Pinch sea salt
Optional topping
- 1/3 cup roasted chopped cashews , or other chopped nuts
Instructions
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Line an 8x4” loaf pan with parchment paper.
Melt the chocolate and coconut oil in a heat-safe bowl in the microwave in 20 second increments (stirring well in between) OR over a double-boiler over medium heat.
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Whisk in the cashew butter and maple syrup until smooth. Add vanilla and salt, and whisk again until smooth and combined.
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Transfer the mixture into the lined pan and spread it in a smooth and even layer. Sprinkle the chopped nuts evenly over the top, if using and place the pan in the freezer for at least an hour or until set.
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Once set, remove your fudge from the pan and use the parchment paper to lift the fudge out. Use a sharp knife to cut it into even squares.
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To store, keep in the fridge or the freezer in an airtight container.
