Description
A creamy, rich, and guilt-free keto-friendly fudge made with just a few simple pantry staples. This no-bake dessert is ready in minutes and offers a melt-in-your-mouth texture without the sugar crash.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces (225g) high-quality dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa solids), chopped
- ½ cup (120g) natural smooth almond butter
- ¼ to ½ cup (30-60g) powdered sweetener (erythritol, allulose, or monk fruit blend)
- 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon flaky sea salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Optional: ¼ cup crushed almonds, ¼ cup chopped pistachios, or ½ teaspoon espresso powder
Instructions
- Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal. Lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Chop the dark chocolate into small, pea-sized chunks and place them in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Melt the chocolate in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until almost fully melted. Stir until completely smooth. Alternatively, melt gently over a double boiler on the stovetop.
- Add the almond butter and butter to the melted chocolate. Stir vigorously until the mixture is smooth and glossy. If too stiff, microwave for an additional 10 seconds.
- Stir in the powdered sweetener, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Taste and adjust sweetness or salt if desired.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle with optional add-ins like nuts or extra sea salt.
- Chill in the freezer for 30 minutes or in the refrigerator for 2 hours until firm.
- Lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment overhang. Cut into squares using a sharp knife, wiping the knife between cuts for clean edges.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Use powdered sweetener to avoid a gritty texture. Ensure almond butter is at room temperature for easier mixing. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freezer for up to 3 months. For dairy-free, swap butter for coconut oil and use dairy-free chocolate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 90
- Sodium: 15
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
Keywords: keto, sugar-free, dark chocolate, almond butter, fudge, no-bake, low-carb, gluten-free, healthy dessert, easy recipe