Almond Joy Fudge 🍫
Indulge in this delicious sugar-free, keto-friendly Almond Joy Fudge! Made with mascarpone, coconut, and almonds, it's the perfect treat for satisfying your sweet cravings without the guilt.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking Sheet
- Mini Food Chopper or Processor
- Medium Saucepan
- 8x8 inch (20x20 cm) Glass Baking Dish
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
- 5 ounces sugar-free semi-sweet chocolate chips (or finely chopped bar)
- 1 cup keto/low-carb sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese softened
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (divided)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup monk fruit and allulose blend (or your preferred keto-friendly sweetener)
- 1/4 cup butter softened
- 1/3 cup chopped almonds
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
Instructions
- Toast Almonds: Get your oven ready by preheating to 325°F (160°C). Spread the chopped almonds evenly on a baking sheet. Pop them in the oven for about 5 minutes until they're lightly golden and fragrant. Remove them and let them cool completely.
- Shred Coconut: Take 3/4 cup of the unsweetened shredded coconut and place it in a mini food chopper or processor. Blend until it's very finely shredded – this helps it integrate smoothly into your fudge.
- Melt Together: In a medium saucepan, over gentle low heat, combine the sugar-free chocolate chips, keto sweetened condensed milk, heavy cream, softened butter, keto sweetener blend, and the 3/4 cup of finely shredded coconut. Add the softened mascarpone cheese.
- Smooth & Creamy: Stir continuously until all the ingredients are beautifully melted and smooth, with no lumps. Once it's all wonderfully combined and glossy, take the saucepan off the heat.
- Add Flavor: Stir in the vanilla extract and coconut extract. These will give your fudge that classic Almond Joy flavor.
- Prep for Setting: Line an 8x8 inch (20x20 cm) glass baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides. This simple trick makes it super easy to lift the fudge out later!
- Pour & Top: Pour the smooth chocolate mixture evenly into your prepared dish. Now, sprinkle the toasted chopped almonds and the remaining 1/4 cup of shredded coconut over the top.
- Chill & Enjoy: Place the dish in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight, until the fudge is completely firm. Once set, lift the fudge out using the parchment paper, slice it into healthy, small squares, and serve! Store any leftovers in the fridge for freshness or freeze for longer enjoyment.
Notes
Store any leftovers in the fridge for freshness or freeze for longer enjoyment.
Nutrition Information (per serving): Calories: 353kcal, Total Carbs: 5g, Net Carbs: 3g, Fats: 36g, Protein: 3g.
