Dairy Free Chocolate Fudge
Rich, glossy, and deeply chocolatey, this fudge is the kind of treat that disappears fast at any gathering — and nobody will guess it skips the dairy entirely. The secret is full-fat coconut milk, which gives the fudge that luscious, melt-in-your-mouth texture that traditional recipes get from heavy cream or sweetened condensed milk. A splash of coconut oil helps everything come together into a smooth, glossy mixture that sets up beautifully in the fridge. Vanilla extract and a pinch of fine salt round out the chocolate flavor, and an optional scatter of flaky sea salt on top takes it from simple to seriously impressive. If you like a little crunch, folded-in walnuts or pecans add a satisfying contrast to the silky base. The whole thing comes together in one saucepan with no candy thermometer required, then chills until firm and slices into 24 clean, shareable pieces. It's the kind of no-fuss dessert you'll want to keep on rotation year-round.
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24 servings
- 3 cups dairy free chocolate chips
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp fine salt
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
For serving
- flaky sea salt, for finishing (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on two opposite sides to use as handles later.
- 2
Combine the coconut milk and coconut oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture just begins to simmer around the edges and the coconut oil is fully melted, about 3–4 minutes.
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