Almond chocolate fudge
| October 11, 2016 |
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I need to admit that I think I have too many raw chocolate recipes on my blog (so my husband says!). But there are method in the madness. Healthy eating need not be dull or boring. Raw chocolates add so much joy to my day that I think it is very important to have a few variations of this delicious raw treat. This recipe has a deep almond taste, and that is why I felt compelled to share it with you.
Raw chocolates are good any time of the day, but it is especially good for a second breakfast. My health-conscious friend, Naomi Drew, introduced me to this fun habit. At about 10ish every day she enjoys a "second breakfast". This almond chocolate fudge is a great option to add some extra energy into your morning. It is high in omega's, good fats and vitamins. The added bonus is that the raw cacao powder is an excellent superfood powder that is high in magnesium (essential for brain and health health). It also contains 40 times more antioxidants than blueberries, has more calcium than cow's milk and is a great natural mood elevator and anti-depressant. This recipe is not only delicious for grown-ups, but I find that my kids are also crazy about it.
Please note that if you use coconut oil, it is best to keep it in the fridge until needed since coconut oil will melt at room temperature. I took mine with me on a picnic some time ago, and after being out of the fridge for a couple of hours, it turned into a almond chocolate sauce. Needless to say, it was still a great hit but a bit more challenging to eat.
| Servings | Calories Per Serving | Effort |
| 30 | 59kcal | Easy |
Ingredients
- 100 ml coconut oil melted
- 1 1/4 cups dates pitted
- 3 tbsp almond butter
- 3 tbsp cacao powder raw and organic
- 1/2 tsp vanilla powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- pinch salt
Preferences
| No. of Servings: | squares |
| Units: |
Instructions
- Put all the ingredients in a high power blender or a food processor. Blend until it forms a paste.
- Place the mixture in a lined baking tray and press flat.
- Refrigerate the almond chocolate fudge for about 6 hours or overnight until it is set and ready to cut into shapes or squares.
Nutrition Facts
Almond chocolate fudge
Amount Per Serving
Calories 59
Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4g
6%
Saturated Fat 3g
15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Sodium 21mg
1%
Potassium 41mg
1%
Total Carbohydrates 5g
2%
Dietary Fiber 1g
4%
Sugars 4g
Protein 1g
2%
Vitamin A
0.2%
Vitamin C
0.03%
Calcium
1%
Iron
1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
