Could this recipe be too good to be true?! Have you ever taken a bite of a dessert and from the very first taste were like, “Omg. That is SO GOOD.”
“So good I probably shouldn’t be eating it.” Indulgent taste – melt in your mouth goodness. This fudge feels like it’s totally sinful. Silky. Creamy. Smoooooth. But guess what! It’s HEALTHY. Fresh and DELISH – without needing any sugar, dairy, artificial sweeteners or JUNK.
This Berries and Cream Fudge is my newest obsession. And once you try it, you will see why! I absolutely love experimenting with creative ways to make fudge *without* using ANY dairy or ANY sugar. But this one has this ONE special ingredient that is so insanely unique and delicious. I wanna drizzle it on everything.
What is it?? COCONUT BUTTER. This is a GAME CHANGER. What is Coconut Butter? If you are new to coconut butter, it’s probably confusing. No, it’s not like “real” butter. It’s more like almond butter, but made with blended coconut instead of blended almonds. It’s naturally mildly sweet (but there’s no sugar added.) In short, it’s MAGIC. 😉
This is a big one – it *doesn’t* taste like coconut. Seriously! It has almost a shortbread flavor. And not like any nut butter you have ever had before. Because it naturally contains coconut *oil*, it hardens when chilled.
Coconut Butter has a very unique property that is solid and almost rock hard at room temperature and below, and liquid when heated/melted. It has a buttery silky texture and mouthfeel and mild flavor. These properties make it ideal for candies and other dessert treats. On the other hand, there is no real substitute for coconut butter. There’s nothing else really like it. It’s so amazing and versatile, it can transform into this healthy fudge and so many other tasty treats like bliss or cake balls, cream pies, candy, frosting, OH MY.
You can buy coconut butter or you can easily make your own. The simple recipe is below in notes.
This fudge recipe uses real wholefood ingredients like coconut butter to make this melt in your mouth fudge! Delicious and easy that’s made with better-for-you ingredients and without any fancy equipment. If you are looking for a super easy, speedy and delicious healthier treat that only calls for a handful of ingredients, you need to try this recipe! And once you try it you will want to make it time and time again.
How to Customize Your Fudge
Strawberries and cream is a personal favorite combo, but you can sub any other type of berry or topping or mix-in that you like! Blueberries + lime zest, raspberries + lemon essential oil.
Or take it more sweet and salty! Swirl in some caramel, peanut butter, chopped nuts, or a drizzle of chocolate on top! YUM. The possibilities are endless!
QUICK and EASY – Seriously, so fast. I LOVE when recipes are so easy and take almost zero effort! This is a 5 ingredient – 5 minute (or less!) recipe! Just melt, stir, pour into a pan and top with strawberries. That’s it!
Set it in the fridge to chill for about 30 minutes and get ready for a heavenly treat! Whether it’s for a pre-or post-workout energy boost or to satisfy that 3 o’clock snack craving these little bites of deliciousness are the golden ticket.
Weekly game plan: make a batch of these fudgy bites. Reach for one any time snack cravings strike. Repeat as often as necessary.
Simple as that!
Healthy Berries & Cream Protein Fudge
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cup coconut butter, store bought or homemade recipe below in notes
- 1/4 cup coconut or almond (or any) milk
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup or to taste
- 1 scoop protein or collagen peptides powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large strawberries - sliced into thirds
Instructions
- Line a 7 x 5-inch baking pan or dish with parchment paper on the bottom and sides leaving some overhanging to act as a handle to get the bars out easier for cutting. Or use a silicon mold or baking pan.Melt jar of coconut butter by placing the jar in a bowl of hot water. *Important* Stir to incorporate oil that separates.Pour coconut butter into a small glass measuring cup. Stir in milk, honey and vanilla extract. Taste test and add more honey or vanilla if you think it needs it. Transfer mixture to lined pan and spread smooth with a spatula or back of a spoon. Cover fudge with strawberry slices. Press in gently. Mixture will thicken as it cools.Chill for about 30 minutes until firm. Slice into 9 pieces or more smaller squares. To store: Keep refrigerated for up to 1 week. Freezing not recommended since berries will get mushy when thawed.
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