Every time I post a recipe that includes tahini I still get asked the question ‘what is tahini’? It surprises me because it seems to me that tahini is now everywhere.

So many people on social media use it in both sweet and savoury recipes. It’s become somewhat of a trendy ingredient. That part doesn’t surprise me at all – I have been singing its praises for years. I add it to so many of my recipes, and like to drizzle it over everything. It’s by far one of my all-time favourite foodie ingredients to use, especially in desserts.

Tahini, one of the main ingredients in this recipe, is pure sesame seed paste, which adds a slightly bitter, nutty flavor. It is made from toasted ground hulled sesame seeds. It’s smooth, nutty and rich, with a mouthfeel similar to almond or peanut butter.

Tahini contains all the essential amino acids, making it a high quality protein, plus it is rich in lecithin, vitamin E and calcium. It is easily digestible because its high alkaline mineral content and because of its non-acid nature, tahini is an ideal protein source for people with weak digestive systems, invalids and young children, and is an excellent source of quick energy for active people and athletes.

Combined with the properties of coconut butter, mixing these together allows the tahini to harden up in the freezer, becoming a chewier texture that you can enjoy as dessert! You will love the toasty tahini flavor and with just a small handful of ingredients, this freezer fudge is an easy treat or snack, to keep stashed away for …well, any reason!

Next you may be wondering….what is freezer fudge?

Freezer fudge is a new-ish way of making fudge. It has been circulating around the internet for a little while now. Essentially, it has several types of healthy fats, such as coconut butter, coconut oil, a nut/seed butter, some kind of sweetener, and cocoa powder, for the chocolate.  Depending on which ingredients you use will alter the taste/type of fudge. Rich, smooth, squares of fudge bursting with wholefood goodness. That’s what we have going on here today, my friends.

Count. Me. In!

I have probably said this about a million times before and I don’t think I will ever stop saying it – tahini and coconut butter is the best dessert combination EVER! This fudge is silky smooth, and melts on your tongue. It is rich – as fudge should be – but not overly so. It has a nice flavor that has the teeniest hint of coconut in the background. It’s not cloyingly sweet, like traditional fudge recipes tend to be. Just the right balance of sweet-to-creamy ratio.

There are two more things you should know about this fudge…It’s super-duper easy to make – no candy thermometer, or precision of technique required. It’s actually pretty healthy for you…at least as far as fudge goes. Instead of needing to melt sugar and butter together in a saucepan, and cooking it to an exact temperature…and then following a precise technique to get just the right texture…you simply melt and mix everything else together, and then pop it in the freezer to set up.

The result is a healthier, lighter, yet still fudge-y, way healthier fudge that’s naturally sweetened. You can eat it right out of the freezer, no need to let it thaw, it is the perfect consistency to enjoy.

A win win in my book!

It’s a wonderful thing that healthy fats have become popular with the keto movement. No longer is eating a mouthful of fatty goodness frowned upon. After decades of playing the villain, humans once again are embracing healthy, real food fats. Incredibly healthy foods with fats like tahini and coconut butter join forces in these delicious treats. They are the perfect clean eating dessert!  And, even better, you only need a few ingredients to make them.

This recipe is really the perfect treat for an any time healthy snack or dessert! Or any time you are craving a little something sweet but want to stay on track with your healthy eating plan. The beauty of these fudge cups is that all you have to do is use a blender and pop them in the freezer.

Whip up a batch of this super healthy fudge in 10 minutes, freeze to harden, and store leftovers in the freezer so they are ready at a moment’s notice. Whether it’s for a pre- or post-workout energy boost, or to satisfy that 3 o’clock snack craving, this fudge is the golden ticket.

Walnut Tahini-Chocolate Freezer Protein Fudge

This insanely delicious, secretly healthy, decadent and rich, walnut, nut butter and creamy tahini freezer fudge is super quick and easy to prepare - guilt-free and put together with only six ingredients.

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword cashew protein freezer fudge, clean eating candy, clean eating dessert or snack, healthy tahini freezer fudge, tahini protein fudge, walnut tahini-chocolate freezer protein fudge

Servings 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup dates, soaked 30 minutes and drained
• 1 cup tahini (sesame paste) well stirred
• 1/2 cup coconut butter, softened, store bought or recipe below in notes
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup desiccated coconut

Instructions

• Line a 12-hole muffin tin with paper baking cups. Or use a silicon muffin pan.

  Place dates, tahini, coconut butter and vanilla extract in a food processor and process until smooth and creamy.

  Transfer half of the mixture to a bowl and set it aside.

  Add the cocoa powder to the mixture in the blender and blend until smooth.

  Spoon a little less than a tablespoon of the chocolate mixture into the bottom of the muffin cups. Sprinkle a little shredded coconut over the mixture and use your fingers to tap the mixture down.

  Spoon a little less than a tablespoon of the tahini mixture on top, use your fingers to press it down and sprinkle a little shredded coconut on top.

  Place the tray in the freezer so the cups will firm up (at least 1 hour). Keep the cups in the freezer until you are ready to enjoy them.

Notes

Homemade Healthy 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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