Healthy Chocolate Fudge – Chocolate Covered Katie

This secret healthy chocolate fudge recipe is shockingly smooth, rich, decadent and ultra chocolatey!

5-ingredient healthy chocolate powder

You will never believe the taste and healthy ingredients!

No corn syrup, no refined sugar, and the recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, low-carb, keto, nut-free, and vegan.

While many traditional chocolate fudge recipes call for butter, white sugar, chocolate chips, and condensed milk or marshmallow fluff, you’ll find none of that in this natural and healthier vegan version of the classic chocolate candy.

It is a delicious, healthy chocolate treat with no added sugar.

Instead of corn syrup, this healthy chocolate fudge is naturally sweetened with potassium-rich bananas. For those who aren’t fans of the fruit, a banana-free version is also included.

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Healthy chocolate flavors

Mint Chocolate Powder: Add 1/4 teaspoon pure peppermint extract or more to taste before blending. Go slowly because the peppermint extract is incredibly strong.

Chocolate Peanut Butter: Replace 1/4 cup coconut oil with peanut butter. Stir in a handful of chopped peanuts or sprinkle on top if you like.

Rocky Road Fudge: After mixing in some chopped almonds and vegan mini marshmallows, add them to the mixture.

Mocha Fudge: At the beginning, add 1/2 teaspoon of instant coffee along with the other ingredients. You can also put a coffee bean in the middle of each piece of powder for presentation at the end.

Chocolate Cherry Fudge: After mixing, add a small handful of chopped dried cherries. You can also do this with dried strawberries, raspberries or blueberries.

If you prefer no chocolate, try this Healthy Maple Fudge

Step by step recipe video

Above – see how I make healthy oak at home

Ingredients for dessert

All you need is cocoa powder, coconut oil, sweetener, a pinch of salt, and optional banana and pure vanilla extract.

Cocoa powder – You can use regular unsweetened cocoa powder or Dutch cocoa powder. For a raw treat with added antioxidants, I like to use cocoa powder. Or substitute an equal amount of carob powder with chocolate-free powder.

Coconut oil – Look for coconut oil at most health food stores or Whole Foods grocery stores. Coconut is sometimes labeled as manna and has a texture similar to peanut butter. If you can’t find it, just substitute almond butter or peanut butter. Although you can use coconut oil, the texture will not be as juicy.

Sweetener – I’m partial to pure maple syrup here. Agave also works, and non-vegans can use honey. For a sugar-free powder, add your favorite brand of stevia to taste.

salt – The best desserts often contain a little salt, which brings out the sweetness and adds depth of flavor to the recipe. Salt is a particularly important ingredient in chocolate recipes.

banana – This natural alternative to sugar also adds a creamy texture to the powder. If you don’t want the banana flavor or have an allergy, you can replace the banana with an extra cup of coconut oil or almond oil. Add stevia or pure maple syrup to taste.

Optional fudge toppings: Adults and kids of all ages can have fun customizing this recipe by mixing in a pinch of ground cardamom or cinnamon, a handful of chia seeds or shredded coconut, chopped walnuts, or mini chocolate chips (my personal favorite).

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How to make healthy chocolate pudding

The recipe is super easy.

Simply blend all the ingredients in a food processor until completely smooth.

Spread the fudgy batter into an eight-inch pan lined with parchment or wax paper and refrigerate or freeze until firm.

Tip: If you don’t have a baking pan handy, use any shallow dish, candy molds, or lined mini muffin tins instead.

After the powder has cooled, take a sharp knife and carefully cut it into squares, bites or bars. Enjoy the cold.

Try this too Vegan chocolate mousse

Storage of remaining powder

Any leftovers can be refrigerated in a sealed container for up to three weeks.

Or freeze the chocolate flavor bites for up to a month. If you want a softer, flavorful texture instead of a hard texture, thaw it before serving.

For the most robust results, and due to perishable ingredients, it’s best to keep this recipe refrigerated.

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