Almond Butter Fudge

This Almond Butter Fudge is dairy free and Paleo. It whips together in 15 minutes and only uses a few ingredients like almond butter and coconut butter. Indulge in this healthy fudge over the holidays or any time of the year.

This yummy fudge will be loved by you and your kids! Add some as a treat to your kid’s lunches or serve as a fun holiday snack.

It contains wholesome ingredients and I even tell you how to make the coconut butter at home or you can buy it at your local grocery store.

This almond butter fudge is so good it’s perfect for giving away as a homemade gift. Take this dairy-free fudge to any holiday party.

If the craving hits grab the ingredients from your pantry and in 10 minutes you’ll have some almond and coconut butter fudge ready for a yummy snack.

Tis The Season

It is that time of year again. You know, where you bring out a platter of delicious cookies and holiday treats for everyone to enjoy!

As most of you already know, most cookies and holiday treats contain a ton of sugar and wheat and it can be really hard to find alternative options when baking for the holidays.

That is why I created this delicious fudge recipe. Fudge doesn’t typically have wheat in it, but it does have a ton of sugar. By using two key ingredients, you can eliminate a lot of the sugar and your fudge will have a natural sweetness to it.

What are these two ingredients? Coconut butter and blanched almond butter.

Making Your Own Coconut Butter

Alright, have you ever made your own coconut butter before? Store-bought coconut butter can be very expensive. It doesn’t have to be expensive because it is super easy to make!

Coconut butter has a natural sweetness to it. You can eliminate a lot of sugar just by using coconut butter.

Here is a video that I did that shows you how easy it is to make coconut butter.

What do you need? A food processor, unsweetened coconut, and 5 minutes time! That is it, for real!

How to Make Your Own Blanched Almond Butter

The second ingredient to making a terrific holiday fudge is blanched almond butter!

I know, many of you might be wondering why I use “blanched” almond butter over “regular” almond butter. In short…it is easier to digest.

I wrote an article last month that includes a terrific recipe and explains the benefits of blanched almond butter and how to make your own. Be sure to check it out.

Now I will note here, if you’d like to make this fudge with regular almond butter, you sure can. It will still taste delicious!

Paleo Fudge

So how about it. Are you ready to make this amazing Paleo fudge? I promise you are going to love this! AND it will be ready in 10 minutes time!

Now that is what I am talking about! Who doesn’t enjoy a treat that is so easy to make during this busy holiday season!

Almond Butter Fudge Ingredients

• unsweetened shredded coconut
• organic cocoa powder
• grade b maple syrup (raw honey or your preferred sweetener can also be used)
• vanilla extract
• sea salt
• blanched almond butter (regular almond butter can also be used)

How to Make Almond Butter Fudge

1. Place the unsweetened coconut into a food processor and blend until coconut butter forms (about 5 minutes) (See Video).
2. After the coconut butter forms, add in the maple syrup, sea salt, and vanilla and pulse a few times.
3. Now add in the cocoa powder and almond butter and pulse 5-6 times or until a dough forms.
4. Remove the dough/fudge from the food processor and press into an 8″x 8″ square pan lined with parchment paper.
5. Press firmly into the pan and place into the freezer for 10 minutes.
6. Remove and cut into 25 squares. Store in refrigerator.

How to store almond butter fudge

You can store almond butter fudge in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Can I use peanut butter instead of almond butter?

Yes, you can use peanut butter instead of almond butter. It will taste amazing with peanut butter!

More gluten free recipes to enjoy over the holidays

• Gluten Free Charcuterie Platter
• Christmas Tree Appetizer
• Baked Ham
• Gluten Free Gingerbread Cupcakes
• Almond Flour Thumbprint Cookies
• Grain Free Roasted Turkey & Apple Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

If you are worried about how to eat gluten free at parties read my article. It has lots of helpful advice.

Almond Butter Fudge Recipe

About the Author: Halle Cottis @ Whole Lifestyle Nutrition currently lives in Wisconsin with her husband and three girls.  

Halle is passionate about creating recipes that are gluten free and grain free that the whole family can enjoy.  

She published her first cookbook in 2011 and just released her new cookbook: Gluten Free and Grain Free Breads, Batters and Doughs.  

Halle also blogs about organic gardening, green living, fitness, and healthy living.

If you love desserts like this I have two cookbooks you really need to check out asap!  Indulge, for all your Paleo dessert needs and The Grain-Free Snacker for amazing Paleo snacks!

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