This clean apricot almond and chocolate fudge recipe is perfect for the ones who are trying very, very hard to cut out refined sugar. I am one of those who are trying to avoid sugar and believe me, it’s not easy. I’m a complete sugar addict – there are no sweets I won’t eat. But I also know that the effect sugar has on me (not just weight gain, but moodiness) is just not worth it. This apricot almond and chocolate fudge recipe is my savior! The apricots add natural sweetness to this fudge recipe making it easier for me to avoid refined sugar. Whereas, the almond add crunch to this chocolatey fudge. I am sure this chocolate fudge will satisfy all your unhealthy and sweet chocolate cravings.
Chocolate Cravings satisfied!
The hardest thing for me to give up is chocolate. And today, I need chocolate. So I made this chocolate fudge. Now you might be saying, Heather, you’re crazy. FUDGE? That’s like the sugariest, worst thing ever. And if I was making traditional fudge, you’d be right.
But this fudge is different. It has only three main ingredients – coconut oil, raw honey, and cacao (not cocoa – but you could use unsweetened cocoa powder). All three of these ingredients are nutritional powerhouses, in moderation.
Tweaking the Recipe:
I found the basic apricot almond and chocolate fudge recipe over at Petite Kitchen and added my own twist – the apricots and almonds. Plain fudge is great, but I like little bits in mine – plus, the nuts add protein and make this treat a little more satisfying.
The recipe itself couldn’t be simpler and I found all these ingredients in my pantry. A little chopping, a little melting, then everything goes into the freezer to cool. That is all you have to do!
Enjoy!
And in an hour? Fudge. Better than traditional fudge. It melts in your mouth and I guarantee it will nip any chocolate urge straight in the bud.
Apricot Almond and Chocolate Fudge Recipe
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 30 pieces
Description
This clean apricot almond and chocolate fudge recipe is perfect for the ones who are trying very, very hard to cut out refined sugar.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 1/2 cup cacao powder (you could also use cocoa powder)
- 1/4 cup raw honey
- 1/2 cup chopped dry roasted almonds
- 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
- pinch of sea salt (I used pink Himalyan) – optional
Instructions
Step by Step
- Find a small square pan and line it with waxed or parchment paper.
- Chop the almonds and apricots and distribute evenly over the bottom of the pan.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt coconut oil.
- Stir in the cacao and honey and whisk well to combine – you don’t want to have an bitter chunks of cacao!
- Pour the mixture over the nuts and apricots.
- Sprinkle with sea salt if desired.
- Carefully place in the freezer on a level surface and allow to set for at least an hour.
- Gently lift the waxed/parchment paper out of the pan and onto a cutting board.
- Slice the fudge into about 30 squares.
- Store in a cool place – and enjoy!!
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
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