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Walnut Coconut Protein Fudge

This Walnut Coconut Protein Fudge is a rich, creamy, no-bake treat made with coconut butter, coconut oil, crunchy walnuts, and vanilla protein powder. Naturally sweetened and packed with healthy fats and protein, it's an easy freezer-friendly snack that delivers all the indulgence of traditional fudge with a wholesome twist. 🥥🧱
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating
Keyword clean eating fudge, coconut walnut protein fudge, healthy protein fudge recipe, healthy protein fudge recipe no cook, walnut coconut protein fudge
Servings 12

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup coconut butter, softened (store bought or homemade recipe below in notes)
  • 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons desiccated coconut (optional)

Instructions

  • Line a 7 x 5-inch loaf 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.
    If your coconut butter is solid, soften by placing the jar in some hot water for a few minutes or give it a burst or two in the microwave.
    In a mixing bowl, combine softened coconut butter and melted coconut oil until smooth.
    Add the protein powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract and sea salt.
    Stir until a thick, creamy mixture forms.
    Fold in the chopped walnuts and shredded coconut, if using.
    Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
    Refrigerate for 2-3 hours or freeze for 45 minutes until firm.
    Remove from the pan and cut into 12 (more or less) squares.
    Store chilled until ready to serve.
     Refrigerator: Up to 1 week or freezer for up to 3 months.
    Allow frozen pieces to sit for 5 minutes before enjoying.
    Variations
    Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder for a chocolate walnut version.
    Stir in cinnamon for a cozy flavor twist.
    Top with extra chopped walnuts and coconut before chilling for added crunch. 

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 really 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 will find many other ways to sneak it into your diet.
Go here for the recipe:  Homemade Coconut Butter 
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