
Rich, creamy, and deeply satisfying, this fudge is built entirely from wholesome pantry staples that happen to be completely free of citric acid — no preservatives, no acidic additives, no label-reading anxiety. Coconut butter and coconut oil form a luscious, melt-in-your-mouth base, while carob powder delivers that familiar chocolatey depth without any of the compounds that make conventional cocoa or chocolate products tricky for sensitive eaters. A touch of honey sweetens things naturally, and Ceylon cinnamon adds a warm, delicate spice that sets this fudge apart from anything you'd find in a store. The vanilla powder keeps the flavor clean and aromatic without the alcohol or additives that liquid extracts sometimes carry. Everything comes together in one saucepan with minimal effort — just melt, stir, pour, and chill. The optional shredded coconut on top adds a little texture and makes each square look like it came straight out of a specialty confectionery. Once it's set and sliced, you've got 16 pieces of genuinely indulgent fudge that you can feel completely confident sharing with anyone who needs to avoid citric acid.
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Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy lifting.
Combine the coconut butter and coconut oil in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring with a rubber spatula until both are fully melted and the mixture is smooth and pourable, about 3–4 minutes.
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