Nutella Fudgy Squares

Today I bring you a recipe that is fast, easy and delicious: Nutella Fudgy Squares. It requires only a few ingredients and minutes of microwave and stirring time.

It’s incredibly simple to make and truly delicious. You will love it! It’s great for gifts, dessert platters, or anytime you want a piece of deliciousness.

These Nutella Fudgy Squares are like regular fudge- super rich, uber decadent - but secretly healthy and guilt-free!  Yup, that means no butter, no white sugar and no sweetened condensed milk…  just pure, fudgy nutty chocolatey goodness.

The big secret here is that you will be using homemade condensed milk, free of the LOADS of sugar in store bought stuff. 

The facts are… manufacturers take out about 60% of the water from the milk to “condense” it down. After they “condense” the milk, they add about 40% sugar to fill the void from the water.

I’m sure you’re asking yourself why the manufacturers do this. Well, the added sugar means the shelf life is longer, plus transporting the milk is easier due to not having to store it in cooler temperatures.

Its always about the convenience to them, rather than people’s health.

But when you take the time and effort to make your own condensed milk, especially if its from coconut cream to make this delightful fudgy bite, you get all the real, natural flavors - no artificial food flavorings here!  Each little cube is like a piece of heaven.

Each square is super soft, yet holds its shape long enough for you to pop them in your mouth… where they then melt in your mouth.

The recipe for the sugar free, homemade condensed milk is below in notes. It really very easy to do and you can keep some in your fridge so its ready to add a dollop on EVERYTHING for a super healthy treat.

It will be something you can enjoy regularly as part of a healthy eating plan. Its high in medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), a form of beneficial fat that can increase energy levels and enhance brain function and many other health benefits.

MCTs also help people lose weight by making them feel fuller longer and encouraging fat burning, they also have anti microbial and anti-inflammatory properties that can boost the immune system and promote healthy skin.

If you're looking for a quick and easy dessert to make at home, you will love these creamy Nutella Fudgy Squares - they are a mix between a brownie and a chocolate bar without the cakey part.

Fully customizable too – you can add your own extras like nuts, dried fruit, seeds or other flavours to the base recipe.

One little square makes me happy in an instant. It’s soft, chewy, nutty and it melts in your mouth. If you are a fan of Nutella you are going to love these squares.

Course Dessert, Snack

Keyword healthy nutella fudge, nutella fudgy squares, nutella snack

Ingredients

• 1 cup condensed milk - store bought or if sugar free preferred, reduce water content down by simmering 1 x 13.5 oz can coconut cream or milk until around 1 cup in volume. Recipe below in notes
• 1 cup chocolate chips or chocolate bar, chopped
• 1/2 cup Nutella (hazelnut spread)
• 1 cup hazelnuts or walnuts, chopped, toast if preferred to bring out more flavour
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Sea salt to sprinkle

Instructions

• Line an 8 x 8” baking pan or dish with parchment paper on the bottom and sides leaving some overhanging to act as a handle to get the fudge out easier for cutting.

  Melt the ingredients. In a microwave-safe bowl,combine your chocolate chips Nutella and condensed milk. Microwave in 20-second spurts stirring in between bursts until the chocolate begins to melt.

  Or use double boiler method - (pot of boiling water with a bowl resting on top) melt the condensed milk, Nutella and chocolate chips together.

  Stir frequently, until the chocolate has melted and the mixture is completely smooth, about 5-10 minutes.

  Stir in hazelnuts and vanilla extract and pour the mixture into the lined baking pan and smooth out with a spatula or back of a spoon.

  Sprinkle with sea salt and place in the freezer to set completely for 1-2 hours or until set, then cut into 1” squares.

  To store: These fudgy squares should be stored in the refrigerator, covered and will keep well for up to 4 weeks.

  To freeze: Place leftovers in a zip lock bag and store it in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Notes

For the homemade sugar free condensed milk recipe go here: Condensed Milk – Sugar Free 

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