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I love fudge – so sweet and so decadent, but so full of sugar… Every once in awhile when we are traveling you come along the infamous fudge store and no matter how hard I try I usually succumb to the sample, which then in turn leads to a purchase. I remember the first time that Stella tried fudge – we were in the Adirondacks of NY on a mining outing – she fell in love instantly! The funny thing about fudge, at least for Stella and me, is the fact that you cannot eat too much of it at one time, but don’t get me wrong the little nibbles here and there – quickly add up!!
I am a big baker and during the holiday season I bake a lot of goodies and then give them to neighbors, teachers, etc as gifts of Thank You! Fudge used to be something I made every year, but I stopped several years ago – the reason – too much sugar and too much junk in it. Recently I was sent a new fudge recipe and looking at the ingredients I decided I would give it a try!!
Coconut Oil Fudge Recipe with Nuts and Fruit
Ingredients
2 cups coconut oil, softened
3/4 cup finely chopped nuts (I used raw, organic almonds)
1 cup organic cocoa powder
7 Tbl maple syrup or honey
1/4 cup chopped dried organic cherries ( I used the ones we dried ourselves this summer)
1/4 cup chopped dried organic cranberries or dried, unsweetened coconut (I used coconut)
1. In a bowl of a standing mixer (or a hand held) stir coconut oil until creamy with no lumps. If too hard set in the bowl in warm water for a few minutes.You do not want it liquid or too soft, if this happens the other ingredients with fall to the bottom.
2. Add the cocoa powder and mix well.
3. Add the maple syrup or honey and mix well.
4. Mix in the dried fruit, nuts, coconut – by hand.
5. Spread fudge into 7″x11″ or 9″x9″ inch pan and refrigerate or freeze until firm.
6. Cut into squares and serve. Keep refrigerated. Servings: 25
This fudge is so creamy, but it is a little different than what you get at the fudge store. Stella thought it was very yummy!
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So glad you tried the recipe!! It looks beautiful and decadent!! : )
YUM! I love fudge too and HAVE to stay away from it completely or I won’t stop indulging! 🙂 I am trying this recipe this weekend! Thanks so much for sharing!
You are most welcome!! Hope you enjoy!