It’s not often that you come across a fudge recipe that’s this healthy or refreshing in taste. With just 4 ingredients, these blissful Coconut Lemon Blueberry Fudge cups are super quick and easy to make.

The pleasant, rich flavours with the decadent soft fudgy texture is a very unique and revitalising combination. It’s a one bowl recipe for perfectly sweet, no bake, protein-rich fudge bursting with coconut flavor.

The base of this recipe calls for coconut butter (recipe below in notes). I’ve been making my own coconut butter for quite a while now. Truth be told, up until last month, I had never even bought a jar of the ready-made stuff. Then, there was this one day when, I dunno… curiosity got the best of me I guess, and I went ahead and purchased a jar of this pricey little thing.

OMG. Just one spoonful and I was totally hooked. The texture was just totally, completely different: so much smoother, so much creamier… almost like cake frosting. Almost. I knew right then and there that I was gonna have to try and replicate it at home. For you know what? Something REALLY has to be said for smooth and creamy coconut butter.

I mean, really, really, REALLY!  But it was crazy expensive.  And… there’s no way I’m gonna dish out that kind of money for coconut butter, no matter how creamy! To make your own is so simple and inexpensive. Just 2-3 ingredients into a blender and blend until creamy. It is simply shredded desiccated coconut turned into creamy butter.

By using the pure, raw flesh of the coconut you will have a creamy, smooth, rich coconut flavor spread that’s full of healthy fats, minerals and nutrients. You can then eat this straight from the jar or use it in numerous recipes. I always keep a jar in the fridge so its ready to go at all times.

This coconut protein fudge is made with just 5 ingredients, including: coconut butter, blueberries, protein powder, lemon and honey. I have kicked out all the junk involved in traditional fudge and replaced them with only the good stuff.

So…no heavily sweetened condensed milk
no egg whites
no refined sugar
no dairy
no guilt
no baking!

That’s all, folks. And that’s what I call a WIN. These babies are BURSTING with coconut flavor, the perfect balance between soft and dense and so incredible when chilled. This recipe is the perfect treat if you love coconut like I do.  I’m obsessed with coconuts, they are my favorite ingredient in desserts and healthy snacks.

The world is going coconuts. Following the popularity of coconut water, a broad spectrum of foods derived from the humble coconut is available. It now comes in a variety of forms from water to milk, cream, butter, oil, flour and shredded allowing for a variety of creative ways to add coconut to a healthy diet.

Coconut contains a unique type of medium chain saturated fat called lauric acid that research shows raises HDL or “good” cholesterol levels, which lowers overall heart disease risk. As a plant food, coconuts also contain disease-fighting phytochemicals or antioxidants. Research suggests that coconut products helps boost metabolism which is helpful if excess body fat needs to be lost.

Just one scoop of coconut oil or butter delivers a wide-range of healing properties. Produced in its most natural state, coconut oil will benefit you, your children and your pets. I put some into my dogs dinner regularly.

Whether you have chronic fatigue, weight problems, digestive or skin issues, or just want to give your body a good cleanse and boost your energy, coconut in any of its forms is so good for you. People trying to reduce their sugar intake often complain about the lack of sweets in their quest to get healthier. That’s because a low-carb way of eating is very focused on eliminating harmful sugar from your diet. But there are options for that lingering sweet tooth in your life.

Hence these no-bake coconut protein cups are both low-carb and packed with healthy fats and antioxidants. Eating more healthy fats is a great way to help satisfying your sweet cravings without the sugar.

Not only are these coconut treats insanely delicious and easy to prepare, they also comes with some surprising health benefits. From vitamins and minerals to plenty of healthy fats that support hormone health and neurotransmitter production, these little delights are the perfect addition to any healthy eating plan.

One little piece of fudge (ok maybe 2) makes me happy in an instant. It’s soft and chewy and you are going to love this superfood candy. Regardless of how you make this recipe your own, its a simple and delicious way to incorporate the amazing health benefits of coconut into your lifestyle, as its bursting with nutrition and good stuff.

Coconut Lemon Blueberry Protein Fudge Cups

This delightful coconut butter fudge is made with four raw, real-food ingredients. Its delicious, easy to make and marries together zesty and tropical to create one melt in your mouth dessert or healthy snack or treat that you won’t be able to stop eating!

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword blueberry coconut fudge snack bites, clean eating dessert or snack, coconut fudge cups, coconut lemon blueberry protein fudge cups, healthy blueberry coconut fudge bites

Servings 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup coconut butter, store bought or homemade recipe below in notes
• 1 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen and semi thawed
• 1/4 cup protein or collagen peptides powder
• 1 lemon zest - around 1 teaspoon
• 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
• Additional lemon zest for decoration
• Pumpkin seeds for decoration

Instructions

• Line a 12-hole muffin pan with paper cupcake liners or use a silicon muffin pan for easy removal.

  Melt the coconut butter by placing the jar into hot water.

  Once melted, add to a food processor along with the rest of the ingredients and blend until well combined.

  Drop heaped tablespoonfuls of the mixture into the cupcake liners and flatten with the back of a small spoon.

  Sprinkle on top some lemon zest and pumpkin seeds.

  Transfer to the fridge for a couple of hours to set.

Notes

Homemade Coconut Butter

If you are anywhere near the health food or fitness circles, you have no doubt heard of coconut oil by now. But have you ever heard of coconut butter? Oh my gosh is it good. It tastes like the most delicious, decadent, oh-so-bad-for-you treat. Except, it’s not. It’s actually good for you. In fact, coconut butter packs a boatload of benefits:

It’s rich in lauric acid, which boosts immunity and destroys harmful bacteria, viruses, and funguses.

It actually boosts your metabolism, which aids in weight loss and increases energy levels.

Its a superb ingredient for protecting and replenishing the hair and skin

It’s packed with healthy fats, so you feel full longer.

It’s full of essential amino acids, calcium, and magnesium.

Basically, coconut butter is just plain awesome.

It’s so creamy, buttery, naturally sweet and full of nutrients, and it’s hard to believe that this tasty Homemade Coconut Butter from Scratch is made with one ingredient! You may not know this, but a jar of high-quality coconut butter can be expensive.

Yes, that is one of the reasons that you should make you own - it’s unbelievably easy. Besides being incredibly good for you, coconut butter greatly enhances the creamy texture of desserts, smoothies, ice creams, fudge and hot beverages. Even a spoonful out of the jar is not a bad thing.  😊

Once you start using it, you'll find many other ways to sneak it into your diet.

Go here for the recipe:  Homemade Coconut Butter 

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