Chocolate Nut fudge Bars

I’ve been making these for years and they’re one of my favourites! They’re simple, require no baking, and the recipe is pretty straight forward.

Just a heads up: Just because this is a ‘healthier’ recipe does not mean it’s okay to indulge excessively. These bars are high in fat (healthy fats), and while healthy fats are beneficial, too much can still be a bad thing and put stress the liver (the fat-burning and metabolism organ) and the gallbladder (an organ involved in digestion). I recommend treating these as a treat when needed and keeping the portions small.

This recipe makes 12 squares

Ingredients:

Part 1

• 1 cup raw, unsalted walnuts, chopped very finely

• 1 cup raw, unsalted pecans, chopped very finely

• 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut

• 2 tablespoons pure maple sugar (crystallized maple sugar; available online or at health food stores—make sure it’s made from 100% pure maple syrup)

• 2 tablespoons coconut oil, liquified (do not microwave—coconut oil melts at low temperatures; add it to a pot with heat on for about 20 seconds, then turn off the heat and let it sit)

• Pinch of sea salt
  

Part 2

• 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons cacao or cocoa powder

• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup

• 2 tablespoons coconut oil, liquified (same method as above)

• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla powder

• Pinch of sea salt

Directions:

• PART 1: In a bowl, mix finely chopped walnuts, finely chopped pecans, shredded coconut, maple sugar, liquified coconut oil, and a pinch of sea salt until well combined.

• PART 2: In a separate bowl, mix cacao powder, maple syrup, liquified coconut oil, vanilla, and a pinch of sea salt until smooth and clump-free.

• Combine both mixtures from part 1 and part 2 and mix thoroughly.

• Pour into a 7 × 5 inch dish (or similar measurements).

• Chill in the fridge or freezer for at least 1–2 hours to set.

• Cut into 12 squares or rectangles (depending on what dish you use) and enjoy!