This healthy 3 ingredient fudge takes just minutes to mix up. Made with just coconut oil, honey and cocoa powder, it’s a snack you can feel good about eating!
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Several months ago, some friends of ours came over for the evening and brought along this delicious healthy fudge that they had made.
I generally don’t like fudge that much, but this recipe was so creamy and chocolatey. I loved it!
And when I discovered that it was made with just 3 simple, whole food ingredients, I knew I had to get the recipe!
Ingredients for Healthy Fudge
- Coconut Oil. This is what makes the fudge deliciously creamy. I like to use unrefined virgin coconut oil since it is the purest form and has the most health benefits.
- Honey. Yay for being naturally sweetened!
- Cocoa Powder. Gives it a rich chocolate flavor. I use regular cocoa powder, but you can also use Dutch processed if you prefer.
Substitutions and Additions
Do I have to use coconut oil?
Yes! Other oils will not firm up when chilled. If you aren’t a big fan of coconut flavor, using refined coconut oil might help as the flavor is a bit milder.
Can I make other flavors or add other ingredients to change up the taste?
You can add ¼ tsp. vanilla extract, 2-3 drops of peppermint extract, orange zest or, ¼ tsp. sea salt to the fudge. You can also sprinkle some nuts or coconut flakes on the top as well.
How to Make this Three Ingredient Fudge Recipe
STEP ONE: Melt the coconut oil. Add the honey and cocoa powder and using a whisk, stir together until thoroughly combined.
STEP TWO: Pour into a parchment paper lined pan and chill in the fridge or freezer until firm. I use a 9×5 inch loaf pan and it’s the perfect size, but any similar sized dish will work.
I would not use anything much larger, as the pieces of fudge will end up too thin.
STEP THREE: Once firm, cut into 24 pieces and enjoy!
Other recipes that you’ll enjoy:
- Healthy Double Chocolate Muffins
- Super Easy Homemade Granola
- 3 Minute Frozen Fruit Smoothie
- Easy Homemade Yogurt
This recipe was originally published in 2017 and was updated in 2021. The original recipe instructions said to mix the fudge up in a blender, but numerous readers had trouble getting the ingredients to mix well. The updated version states to just whisk the ingredients together, which is not only simpler but also seems to take care of the problem that readers were having with the fudge not mixing up properly.
Easy Healthy 3 Ingredient Fudge
Ingredients
- 1 c. coconut oil
- ¾ c. honey
- 1 c. cocoa powder
Instructions
- Melt coconut oil. Add the honey and cocoa powder and using a whisk, stir together until thoroughly combined.
- Pour into a parchment paper lined pan and chill in the fridge or freezer until firm. (I use a 9×5 loaf and it's the perfect size).
- Once firm, cut into 1 in. square pieces and enjoy. Store in fridge.
Notes
Add ¼ vanilla extract, 2-3 drops peppermint extract, orange zest, or ¼ tsp. sea salt to the fudge. You can also sprinkle some nuts or coconut flakes on the top as well.
Kristel
Can I use agave I stead of honey? Or is honey critical? I don’t have any honey at the moment, but I have agave!
ThriftyFrugalMom
I’m kind of thinking the honey is probably pretty crucial since it is kind of what helps bind the fudge together. But I really don’t have experience using agave either, so I’m not totally sure how much it’s consistency differs from honey. If it is pretty thick like honey, I’d say you could probably sub it. If not, I’m guessing that it wouldn’t work the greatest. Of course, if you don’t care if it’s not a fudge like texture, you could try it and just eat it with a spoon instead. 🙂
Kristel
Thanks! Agave is a bit more runny than honey. I’ll buy some honey 🙂 although I’m not opposed to eating with a spoon either haha
Michelle
How long until it hardens in fridge and/or freezer?
ThriftyFrugalMom
Michelle, it won’t get super hard, but it will “set” and become firm and easier to cut into pieces. I’m not entirely sure how long to tell you, but if you put it in the freezer, I’m thinking an hour or two should be good. The fridge will obviously take a little longer.
Julie
I get both kinds of coconut oil because sometimes I do like the flavor in some recipes, but there is also flavor-free coconut oil that has no discernible flavor at all.
ThriftyFrugalMom
Yes, I’m sure if you don’t mind the flavor, for some things the flavorful coconut oil would be great!
Bonbon
Wow, this looks delicious and easy. I love fudge so can’t wait to try.
Lauren Gaskill
YUM! And only three ingredients? Pinning!
ThriftyFrugalMom
Simple sometimes is just better, you know? 🙂 Thanks for pinning!
Nina Lewis
This fudge sounds truly amazing!! Coconut oil. Who knew? And it sounds so easy to make.
ThriftyFrugalMom
It is super easy to make, Nina, as well as a great way to get some healthy coconut oil into your diet.