{"id":259,"date":"2025-11-30T12:01:35","date_gmt":"2025-11-30T12:01:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/?p=259"},"modified":"2026-01-01T13:53:24","modified_gmt":"2026-01-01T13:53:24","slug":"paleo-coconut-oil-fudge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/recipes\/paleo-coconut-oil-fudge\/","title":{"rendered":"Paleo Coconut Oil Fudge"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"\">This rich, no-bake Paleo Coconut Oil Fudge is the kind of treat that feels indulgent while keeping the ingredient list refreshingly simple. Made with wholesome pantry staples like coconut oil, cacao powder, almond butter, and maple syrup, it comes together in minutes and requires no special equipment or baking. The result is a smooth, deeply chocolatey fudge that satisfies sweet cravings without refined sugar, dairy, or grains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Perfect for make-ahead desserts, quick snacks, or an after-dinner treat, this fudge firms up beautifully in the fridge and can be stored long-term in the freezer for whenever a chocolate craving strikes. It\u2019s endlessly customizable\u2014swap in your favorite nut or seed butter, add a pinch of sea salt, or mix in flavorings like vanilla or peppermint. Simple, flexible, and crowd-pleasing, this recipe proves that paleo desserts can be both easy and decadent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Ingredients<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">\u00bd cup coconut oil, melted<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">\u00bd cup cacao powder<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">\u00bd cup smooth almond butter (or nut butter of choice)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">\u00bc cup maple syrup<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">\u215b tsp salt (optional; omit if using salted nut butter)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Directions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Prepare the pan<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Line a loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal. Set aside.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Combine ingredients<\/strong> \n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">In a small saucepan, add the melted coconut oil, cacao powder, almond butter, maple syrup, and salt (if using).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Heat gently<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Place the pan over <strong>medium heat<\/strong> and whisk continuously until the mixture is completely smooth and well combined. The mixture should be warm and fluid, but <strong>does not need to boil<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Chill to set<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Refrigerate for at least <strong>2 hours<\/strong>, or until firm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Slice and serve<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Lift the fudge out using the parchment paper, slice into squares, and serve.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Notes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Store in the <strong>refrigerator or freezer<\/strong>, as the fudge softens at room temperature.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">For cleaner slices, use a warm knife and wipe between cuts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">This recipe is naturally dairy-free, gluten-free, and paleo.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Based on the recipe found on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goldenbarrel.com\/recipe\/coconut-oil-fudge\/\">goldenbarrel.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This rich, no-bake Paleo Coconut Oil Fudge is the kind of treat that feels indulgent while keeping the ingredient list refreshingly simple. Made with wholesome pantry staples like coconut oil, cacao powder, almond butter, and maple syrup, it comes together in minutes and requires no special equipment or baking. The result is a smooth, deeply [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":408,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"nf_dc_page":"","advanced_seo_description":"","jetpack_seo_html_title":"","jetpack_seo_noindex":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-259","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-recipes"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Paleo-Coconut-Oil-Fudge.jpg?fit=2368%2C1728&ssl=1","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":119,"url":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/recipes\/vegan-sugar-cookies\/","url_meta":{"origin":259,"position":0},"title":"Vegan Sugar Cookies","author":"amargolisHobbies","date":"March 6, 2020","format":false,"excerpt":"All the best parts of cookies without the dairy, nuts, and egg. 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