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Healthy Peanut Butter Fudge

★★★★★ 9 Reviews Recipe Print
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By: Erin1/27/20

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Healthy Peanut Butter Fudge is the perfect snack for satisfying sugar cravings! This gluten-free, vegan treat is made from only four ingredients and is naturally sweetened to serve as a healthier dessert option.

healthy peanut butter fudge

The easiest peanut butter fudge recipe ever

If you have three minutes to spare, you have time to make some delicious chocolate peanut butter fudge. Yep, you read that correctly. 3. Minutes.

Treat your friends and family with a delicious and gourmet tasting fudge recipe that you can pretty much make with your eyes closed. It’s simple, quick, and foolproof. Oh, and did I mention it only uses four ingredients?

I love to make this fudge treat for my friends because it’s completely gluten-, refined sugar-, and dairy-free. It’s also vegan! With all of those boxes checked, it’s a dessert that pretty much anyone can enjoy, which makes it great for serving to groups.

The next time you’re entertaining guests, you’ve got to give this recipe a go!

healthy peanut butter fudge

Easy peanut butter fudge ingredients

The fewer ingredients, the better, which means this fudge recipe is already off to a good start! You will just four main ingredients to make this delicious chocolate peanut butter fudge. I recommend adding a dash of vanilla, chocolate chips, and sea salt, but those are optional!

Fudge base:

  • Natural peanut butter (be sure to grab salted. If unsalted, add a pinch of salt to your mix)
  • Coconut oil
  • Maple syrup
  • Vanilla (optional)

Chocolate swirl:

  • Coconut oil
  • Cocoa powder

Optional toppings:

  • Chocolate chips
  • Sea salt
healthy peanut butter fudge

What you’ll need to make this recipe

This dessert could not be simpler to make unless it made itself. However, with directions this easy and item lists this small, it practically does!

You’ll only need three kitchen items to make this recipe: a mixing bowl, a mixing utensil, and a pan. You can use a loaf pan, brownie pan, or whatever size dish you prefer.

How to make healthy peanut butter fudge

There are five steps included in this recipe. After preparing your fudge mix and pouring it into the pan, it will need to chill in the freezer. I recommend at least 15 minutes, but you can let it sit a bit longer if you’d like. I like to let mine chill for at least an hour before eating.

Begin by mixing the peanut butter, coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla in a bowl.

Once combined, pour the batter into a greased loaf pan or brownie pan (a loaf pan will give you thicker pieces).

Next, mix the cocoa swirl ingredients and drop it spoonful by spoonful on top of the peanut butter mixture.

Swirl the cocoa mixture around with a toothpick and then sprinkle chocolate chips and sea salt on top.

Place the pan in the freezer for at least 15 minutes, and then the fudge is ready to enjoy!

How to store extra peanut butter fudge

This fudge can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week. Be sure to keep it in a securely sealed container so that it stays fresh, chewy, and delicious.

If you find that the fudge dries out in the fridge, try the cookie softening method! Place a small piece of bread in the container with the fudge and let it sit overnight. The moisture in the bread will help to soften the fudge. It’s a foolproof method that I’ve been using since I was a kid!

Love a good chocolate and peanut butter combo?

There are so many more peanut butter x chocolate recipes where this one came from! For more of the classic flavor combination, try these dessert ideas.

  • No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars
  • Healthy Peanut Butter Blossoms
  • Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
  • Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Balls
  • Three Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies
healthy peanut butter fudge
★★★★★ 4.9 from 9 reviews

Healthy Peanut Butter Fudge

This Healthy Peanut Butter Fudge is made from only four ingredients, satisfies the craving for a sweet treat, and is naturally sweetened. This easy and low carb dessert will be your favorite to keep in the freezer!

Prep: 5Cook: 25Total: 30 minutes
Yield 10–12 squares 1x
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Ingredients

Peanut Butter Fudge

  • 1 cup natural peanut butter (salted – if not, add salt)
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
  • 2 Tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 tsp vanilla 

Chocolate Swirl

  • 2 tbsp coconut oil
  • 3 Tbsp cocoa powder

Chocolate chips + salt for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix peanut butter, coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla.
  2. Pour into bread 9×4  loaf pan (It was thicker this way, can use a brownie pan too)
  3. Mix together cocoa swirl ingredients and drop by spoonful on top of peanut butter mixture
  4. Swirl around with a toothpick and add chocolate chips and sea salt on top if desired.
  5. Place in freezer for at least one hour before eating. Store in freezer.
Author: Erin Lives WholeCategory: Dessert, vegan, gluten-freeMethod: no-bakeCuisine: AmericanDiet: Gluten Free

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  1. Kelly says

    Posted on 12/14 at 8:27 am

    Does the chocolate swirl have 2 tablespoons or 2 teaspoons of oil?

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 12/15 at 4:54 pm

      Hi Kelly, it is 2 teaspoons. Let me know how your fudge comes out!

      Reply
  2. Paige says

    Posted on 12/2 at 12:50 am

    Have made this recipe more times than I can count. My husband and I love it for a little after dinner dessert! So easy to whip up quickly and so delicious! Thanks Erin!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 12/2 at 3:50 pm

      Hi Paige, so happy you both loved it!!

      Reply
  3. Morgan says

    Posted on 6/25 at 9:01 pm

    This was so quick to make and so delicious! Will definitely be making again.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 6/27 at 8:15 pm

      Hi Morgan, so happy you loved it!

      Reply
  4. Gerri says

    Posted on 6/13 at 8:33 pm

    Absolutely dying over this recipe!!! So simple yet so delicious. Peanut butter lovers must make this. Will not disappoint !!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 6/14 at 3:18 pm

      Hi Gerri, so glad you loved it! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Alana says

    Posted on 1/5 at 9:00 pm

    Had so much fun swirling these lol! The swirl makes them the cutest! SO GOOD! So creamy and you don’t have to feel guilty for eating them! Loveeee this recipe if I’m craving something Pb/chocolately at night 🙂

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 1/6 at 4:19 pm

      Hi Alana, isn’t it the best?! I am so glad you liked it!

      Reply
  6. Linda says

    Posted on 1/3 at 4:34 pm

    Hi. I was wondering what I could use besides coconut oil? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 1/4 at 2:44 pm

      Hi Linda, you can use any other type of oil you’d like. Let me know what you use and how it comes out!

      Reply
  7. Tina says

    Posted on 11/29 at 10:39 pm

    Could you use Jiff peanut butter? I don’t have natural.

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 11/30 at 4:26 pm

      Hi Tina, yes that should be fine.

      Reply
  8. Taylor says

    Posted on 11/15 at 5:37 pm

    Yum! I accidentally used way too much of the chocolate swirl. I could of easily made half, way too much imo

    ★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 11/16 at 2:15 pm

      Hi Taylor, too much chocolate usually doesn’t exist. Hope you still enjoyed it and can try it again.

      Reply
  9. Kim says

    Posted on 6/10 at 10:25 pm

    How many calories is this???

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/4 at 8:14 pm

      Hi Kim, I’m working on updating all of my posts to have nutritional information, but for now, you can use an online calculator. 

      Reply
  10. Alisha says

    Posted on 4/25 at 10:37 pm

    Tastes so good but the coconut oil that I used made the fudge too soft/oily and now the fudge won’t set! Do you have any recommendations on how to fix that?

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/5 at 11:02 pm

      Hi Alisha, thanks for your kind words. Did you buy pre-melted coconut oil? That will prevent it from becoming solid.

      Reply
  11. karin danella says

    Posted on 4/15 at 5:23 pm

    Cut this in half to make a smaller batch! Will be making this again! So creamy and delicious!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/5 at 8:16 pm

      Hi Karin, I am so happy you enjoyed the fudge!!

      Reply
  12. Carissa says

    Posted on 3/30 at 6:44 pm

    So easy, so good!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/6 at 9:17 pm

      Hi Carissa, thank you for your kind words!!

      Reply
  13. Crystal says

    Posted on 3/29 at 7:44 pm

    This looks awesome, I’m gonna make it tonight! Can I substitute anything for the maple syrup, I think I might be out?

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 3/30 at 3:47 pm

      honey!!

      Reply
  14. Ashlee says

    Posted on 3/29 at 6:01 pm

    Do you think you could do this in a mini muffin pan? I was thinking it would help me control myself when eating! Would they pop out ok though? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 3/30 at 3:48 pm

      totally! great idea! let them sit at room temp for 5 min and they should pop out

      Reply
  15. Syrine says

    Posted on 2/16 at 7:10 am

    So delicious !!! And really quick and easy to make.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/9 at 9:04 pm

      Hi Syrine, I am thrilled you enjoyed it!!

      Reply
  16. Julia says

    Posted on 3/4 at 9:34 pm

    Literally the best thing I have ever tasted! So easy to make and they melt right in your mouth. Thanks Erin!!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 3/5 at 10:15 am

      Thank you Julia!!! 🙂 Enjoy it!

      Reply

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