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3 Ingredient Chocolate Walnut Fudge (V, GF): a 5-min recipe for thick squares of rich, velvety paleo vegan fudge packed with delicious walnuts. Made with healthy ingredients. Vegan, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Paleo.

My favorite kind of candy to make during the holidays is FUDGE!!

Fudge has had so many wonderful moments in my life. Highlights reel: fudge shops in airports (yep, airports), this little candy shop with homemade fudge in Old Town when we used to live in San Diego, and stumbling across this random fudge shop during one of our travels in Maryland.

But I never had to, or wanted to, make my own homemade fudge until I started getting more health-conscious. Wah wah. Darn, that wasn’t supposed to come out so un-fun, and obviously, not judgy or anything at all! Life is all about having some fun and having some tasty indulgences…

3 Ingredient Chocolate Walnut Fudge (V, GF): a 5-min recipe for thick squares of rich, velvety paleo vegan fudge packed with delicious walnuts. Made with healthy ingredients. #HealthyDesserts #Christmas #VeganGlutenFree #PaleoDesserts #VeganFudge #Fudge #BeamingBaker | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

But as I get older, I prefer to have my indulgences without all the guilt. I like to recreate childhood faves, the classics you and I grew up with, in a sneakily/secretly healthy way. ๐Ÿ˜‰

And, since the holidays are upon us, I thought it’d be high-time to remake a huge holiday fave: Chocolate Walnut Fudge… but with just 3 ingredients!

Homemade fudge has had a long history here on BB, starting with 2 Ingredient Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Freezer Fudge, to 5 Minute Easy Peppermint Fudge, to 3 Ingredient Chocolate Pecan Fudge.

But it wasn’t until February of last year that I felt like I truly cracked the perfect recipe for healthy homemade fudge, with just the measurements to have you gifting and eating fudge at room temperature. Oh YES. No freezer or refrigerator needed.

3 Ingredient Chocolate Walnut Fudge (V, GF): a 5-min recipe for thick squares of rich, velvety paleo vegan fudge packed with delicious walnuts. Made with healthy ingredients. #HealthyDesserts #Christmas #VeganGlutenFree #PaleoDesserts #VeganFudge #Fudge #BeamingBaker | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

Since then, I’ve done a few fun twists with that fudge… and I’m in the process of cookin’ up some ways to add it into a few recipes. Perhaps not unlike these No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars that have this incredible fudge base on top. (Yep, it’s as good as it sounds).

Back on point… this 3 Ingredient Chocolate Walnut Fudge is exactly what you’re looking for to satisfy those fudge cravings, and/or, if you’re in the mood to share, the perfect homemade gift to give this holiday season. Your loved ones are going to be so bowled over when you proudly present this fudge to them, and tell them it’s homemade. They’re gonna have the biggest smiles on their faces.

And you’ll secretly smirk to yourself, in relief and a healthy dash of smugness, knowing that it took, what, 5 minutes to whip up. WHOOP WHOOP!! Sound good?

3 Ingredient Chocolate Walnut Fudge (V, GF): a 5-min recipe for thick squares of rich, velvety paleo vegan fudge packed with delicious walnuts. Made with healthy ingredients. #HealthyDesserts #Christmas #VeganGlutenFree #PaleoDesserts #VeganFudge #Fudge #BeamingBaker | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

Here’s a few of this 3 Ingredient Chocolate Walnut Fudge recipe’s finest points, in case ya need a little more convincing. It’s:

Happy December! Let’s make it the sweetest! You grab your favorite creamy nut butter, I’ll grab the vegan chocolate. Meet ya in the kitchen! It’s truly such an honor to spend the holidays with you, making these sweets from the heart. I can’t wait to hear what you and your loved ones think! ‘Til next time… 

Sending you all my love and maybe even a dove, xo Demeter ❤️

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3 Ingredient Chocolate Walnut Fudge (V, GF): a 5-min recipe for thick squares of rich, velvety paleo vegan fudge packed with delicious walnuts. Made with healthy ingredients. #HealthyDesserts #Christmas #VeganGlutenFree #PaleoDesserts #VeganFudge #Fudge #BeamingBaker | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

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3 Ingredient Chocolate Walnut Fudge (V, GF): a 5-min recipe for thick squares of rich, velvety paleo vegan fudge packed with delicious walnuts. Made with healthy ingredients. #HealthyDesserts #Christmas #VeganGlutenFree #PaleoDesserts #VeganFudge #Fudge #BeamingBaker | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com
5 from 12 votes
Servings: 18 squares

3 Ingredient Chocolate Walnut Fudge (Paleo, Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy-Free)

3 Ingredient Chocolate Walnut Fudge (V, GF): a 5-min recipe for thick squares of rich, velvety paleo vegan fudge packed with delicious walnuts. Made with healthy ingredients. Paleo, Vegan, Gluten-Free, Refined Sugar-Free, Healthy Dessert.
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Ingredients 

Instructions 

  • Line an 8-inch loaf pan with parchment paper or wax paper. Set aside. Clear some space in the freezer for this panโ€”you will need it later.
  • Use the double boiler method or the following to melt the chocolate: Add paleo vegan chocolate chips and almond butter to a medium, microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20-second increments until chocolate is softened and melty. Stir in between heating increments, until smooth. Fold in walnuts.
  • Pour this mixture into the prepared loaf pan. Tap the pan to create an even layer. Optionally, use a spoon to make swirls on top.
  • Transfer pan to freezer. Freeze for 40-60 minutes or until completely firm. Remove from freezer and slice into 18 squares. Enjoy! Storing instructions below.Adapted from my 2 Ingredient 5 Minute Homemade Fudge.Also try my Paleo Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Almond Clusters and my Vegan Gluten Free Fudgy Walnut Brownies.

Notes

- The first day, the fudge will be a bit soft at room temperatureโ€”itโ€™s best to store in the refrigerator for Day 1. The second day, it will be firm at room temperature. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark area at room temperature, or in the refrigerator, for up 2-3 weeks.
- Freezing instructions: store in an airtight, freezer-friendly container in the freezer for 1-2 months. Very firm, but enjoyable straight out of the freezer. If preferred, thaw for 10 minutes.
- *If you're looking for chocolate chips that aren't made with cane sugar (Paleo), try chopping up this Hu Paleo Dark Chocolate Bar to use in place of the chocolate chips!
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Paleo Vegan Chocolate Chips | 8-inch Loaf PanMy Favorite KnifeUnbleached Parchment PaperGlass Mixing BowlsStainless Steel Measuring CupsSilicone Spatulas

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41 Comments

  1. Natalie says:

    5 stars
    This is delicious! I just made them today and they are better than See’s candy! I am obsessed!

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Wow! Now thatโ€™s an amazing complement! โ˜บ๏ธ

  2. Samantha says:

    Can we replace almond butter with peanut butter?

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Yep! Thatโ€™ll work fine Samantha. ๐Ÿ™‚

      1. Christine says:

        WOW!!! I will always have these in my refrigerator. I eat nuts and dark chocolate daily. This has two nuts and chocolate and tastes better than my weekly indulgence of a mini Chuao bar. I used Guittard extra dark chocolate, Costco almond butter and Costco walnuts. Already made a triple batch. My 83 year old father also eats nuts and dark chocolate daily and has requested to always have these on โ€œhisโ€ side of the refrigerator to enjoy daily!
        Thank you for this AMAZING recipe!

      2. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

        Aww you are so absolutely welcome, Christine! As someone who also eats nuts and dark chocolate daily, I can definitely understand having some of this around at all times. And how sweet of you to make some for your dad! I hope you two keep enjoying the fudge, and I canโ€™t wait to see what you try next! ๐Ÿ˜Š

  3. Diana says:

    Made this. Delicious!! Not too sweet. I love itโฃ๏ธ AND how easy it was! Yay!

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Woohoo!!! Iโ€™m so pleased that you loved it, Diana! The easier, the better, right? ๐Ÿ™‚ Thanks for letting me know! โค๏ธโค๏ธ

      1. Anon says:

        5 stars
        Love that you have a great recipe for fudge without all the added extra sugar and no coconut oil. All the โ€˜healthy fudgeโ€™ recipes I see are half coconut oil.

      2. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

        Thank you! I really tried to get creative here (and skip the 2 cups of coconut oil lol). I hope you enjoy the fudge! ๐Ÿ™‚

  4. Jess @ What Jessica Baked Next says:

    Easy fudge recipes are my favourite and I love the crunchy of addition of walnuts in this chocolate fudge. Yum!

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      I know, he walnuts add such a wonderful texture to this! .

  5. Jessica | The Novice Chef says:

    Seriously, Demeter! The easier the better when it comes to fudge! I cannot wait to try this out!

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Oh totally, Jess!!! Hehe! Can’t wait to hear what you think! ๐Ÿ™‚

  6. Allyson Zea says:

    5 stars
    I can’t believe these are only three ingredients, and fit into so many healthy diet! I can’t wait to try them!

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      I know, right?!? The fewer ingredients, the better! ๐Ÿ˜‰ Can’t wait to hear what you think.

  7. Katerina @ diethood .com says:

    5 stars
    I am loving everything about this!! It looks and sounds faaantastic!! YUM!!

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Woohoo!! Thanks Katerina!!! Enjoy!

  8. Catalina says:

    5 stars
    Fudges are definitely a weakness of mine! Just pass me them all!

    1. Demeter | Beaming Baker says:

      Yum yum yum!! Coming right up! ๐Ÿ˜‰