Description
Paleo Chocolate Fudge brings rich, dark chocolate indulgence without guilt. Quick and simple ingredients melt together, creating a creamy treat that satisfies chocolate cravings while honoring clean, wholesome nutrition you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 ounces (170 grams) unsweetened baking chocolate
- ½ cup (120 ml) creamy cashew butter
- ½ cup (120 ml) pure maple syrup
Nuts and Sweet Enhancers:
- ⅓ cup (45 grams) toasted chopped pecans
- 1 tablespoon coconut sugar
Binding and Flavoring Agents:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) coconut oil
- 3 tablespoons (24 grams) arrowroot powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
Instructions
- Chop the dark chocolate bar into small, uniform pieces to ensure even melting in a medium saucepan.
- Gently combine maple syrup and coconut oil with the chocolate, stirring continuously over low to medium heat until completely smooth and glossy.
- Remove the pan from heat and whisk in arrowroot powder, creating a silky and consistent texture without any lumps.
- Incorporate cashew butter, stirring thoroughly to distribute the nutty richness throughout the mixture.
- Sprinkle in coconut sugar and a pinch of salt, blending carefully to balance the sweet and savory notes.
- Add pure vanilla extract, stirring to enhance the overall depth of flavor in the fudge base.
- Fold in roughly chopped, toasted pecans, ensuring an even distribution of the crunchy nuts.
- Line a 9 x 9 inch (23 x 23 centimeters) baking dish with parchment paper, allowing slight overhang for easy removal.
- Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared dish, using a spatula to spread it evenly and create a smooth surface.
- Garnish the top with additional chopped pecans for extra visual appeal and textural contrast.
- Carefully transfer the dish to the refrigerator and allow the fudge to set for 2 to 3 hours until completely firm.
- Once solidified, lift the fudge out using the parchment paper edges and slice into approximately 24 bite-sized squares.
- Store the fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator, where it will maintain its quality for up to 7 days.
Notes
- Pecans add a delightful crunch and nutty flavor that elevates this fudge from ordinary to extraordinary.
- Coconut oil helps create a smooth, glossy texture while keeping the recipe completely paleo-friendly.
- Arrowroot powder acts as a secret thickening agent, ensuring your fudge sets perfectly without compromising taste.
- Maple syrup brings natural sweetness and depth, replacing traditional refined sugars for a healthier treat.
- Cashew butter provides rich creaminess and helps bind ingredients together seamlessly.
- Storing in the refrigerator maintains the fudge’s firm consistency and preserves its delectable flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 201
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 65 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg