Delicious Keto Peanut Butter Fudge (Rich & Decadent!)
Satisfy your deepest sweet cravings with this Delicious Keto Peanut Butter Fudge! This incredibly rich, creamy, and nutty fudge combines the irresistible flavors of peanut butter and chocolate, studded with crunchy walnuts and unsweetened coconut. It’s a delightful addition to your health journey, perfect for a special treat or a satisfying bite here in beautiful Puerto Vallarta!
Yields: 36 pieces Prep time: 15 minutes Chill time: 20 minutes (freezer) + 1-2 hours (fridge)
Ingredients:
- ¾ cup coconut oil (solid at room temperature)
- 1 cup natural peanut butter (no sugar added, stir well if separated)
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons Swerve Granulated Sweetener (or your preferred granular erythritol blend)
- 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream (HWC)
- 1 ounce (about 2 tablespoons) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut (flaked or finely shredded)
Equipment:
- Small saucepan
- Whisk or heat-proof spatula
- 9×9 inch casserole dish
- Parchment paper (optional, for lining for easy removal)
- Nonstick cooking spray or a light greasing (for casserole dish)
Instructions:
- Prepare Dish: Lightly grease a 9×9 inch casserole dish, or line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal later.
- Combine & Melt: Add the coconut oil, natural peanut butter, unsweetened cocoa powder, Swerve Granulated Sweetener, heavy whipping cream, and softened cream cheese to a small saucepan.
- Place the saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir continuously to combine the ingredients while bringing the mixture to a gentle boil. Continue stirring until all ingredients are fully melted and smoothly incorporated, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Nuts & Coconut: Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the chopped walnuts and unsweetened shredded coconut until they are evenly distributed throughout the fudge mixture.
- Pour & Chill: Pour the mixture into the prepared 9×9 inch casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Place the dish in the freezer for about 20 minutes to allow it to quickly firm up.
- After 20 minutes, transfer the dish to the refrigerator to finish setting up completely, which will take at least 1-2 hours (or longer, up to 4 hours, for very firm fudge).
- Cut & Store: Once the fudge is completely set, remove it from the refrigerator. If you used parchment paper, lift it out of the dish.
- Using a sharp knife, cut the fudge into 36 equal pieces (e.g., 6 rows by 6 rows).
- Store the leftover fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain its firmness.
Tips for Success:
- Natural Peanut Butter: Use natural, unsweetened peanut butter with only peanuts (and salt) as ingredients. Stir it well before measuring if the oil has separated.
- Constant Stirring: Stirring continuously while heating is important to ensure everything melts smoothly and doesn’t stick or burn.
- Soften Cream Cheese: Having cream cheese at room temperature helps it blend smoothly into the hot mixture.
- Sweetener Dissolution: While granular Swerve is used, it may not fully dissolve into a completely smooth texture like powdered sweetener would. If you prefer super smooth fudge, you can powder your granular Swerve in a blender or coffee grinder first.
- Don’t Over-Boil: Bring it to a gentle boil, but don’t let it boil vigorously for an extended period. Just enough to melt and combine.
- Storage: Due to the coconut oil content, this fudge will soften at room temperature. Storing it in the refrigerator keeps it firm and prevents melting, especially in warmer climates.
- Portion Control: Cutting into 36 small pieces helps manage portions, as this fudge is rich and calorie-dense.
Recipe Analysis & Dietary Classification:
This Keto Peanut Butter Fudge is a delightful addition to your health journey!
- High Fat: Yes, primarily from coconut oil, peanut butter, and walnuts.
- Low-Carb: Yes, by using sugar-free sweetener and naturally low-carb ingredients.
- Keto: Yes, this recipe is keto-friendly. All listed ingredients are suitable for a ketogenic diet, provided your peanut butter is natural and sugar-free, and your Swerve and cocoa powder are unsweetened.
- Gluten-Free: Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free.
Calories 107, carbs 2 grams, fiber 1 g, net carbs 1 g, proteins 2 g, fat 10 g
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