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homemade dark chocolate orange-flavoured fudge garnished with a sprinkle of fresh orange zest, served on a dark blue plate.
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5 from 3 votes

Healthy dark chocolate orange fudge (sugar-free)

This homemade dark chocolate orange-flavoured fudge is incredibly delicious and healthy and so quick and easy to make! This flavourful fudge is made using only four ingredients including fresh oranges and naturally sweetened with dates!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 20 minutes
Course: Dessert, DIY, Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 10 pieces (or more depending on size of fudge pieces)
Calories: 114kcal
Author: Sonia

Ingredients

  • 100 g pitted dates (approximately 10)
  • Juice of 1 orange
  • Zest of 2 oranges (use unwaxed oranges)
  • ⅓ cup cacao powder
  • ⅓ cup coconut oil (melted)
  • ½ cup water

Instructions

  • Soak the pitted dates in boiling water (approx. ½ cup to cover dates) for 10-15 minutes.
  • Drain the dates using a colander and add them to a food processor, blitz for 1-2 minutes, until a sticky paste is formed.
  • Pour in the orange juice and add half of the orange zest. Sift in the cacao powder, add melted coconut oil and blitz until a smooth chocolate mixture is formed. Use a silicone spatula to scrape down chocolate mixture from sides of food processor.
  • Line the base of a small/medium (freezer-friendly and airtight) container with baking/parchment paper.
  • Use a spatula to transfer the chocolate mixture in the container. Sprinkle the remaining orange zest and freeze for 2 hours, until it sets. Cut into squares, serve and enjoy!

Notes

  1. Dates: As dates have pits (seeds), remember to make sure the dates are pitted (which means the pit/seed are removed) before using them, you can either buy pitted dates or pit the dates yourself. To pit the dates – use your thumbs and index fingers to gently pinch the sides of the date (lengthwise) – once you see the pit (seed), remove and set aside. Continue with remaining dates.
  2. Storage: You can store this fudge in the freezer for up to 3 months (in an airtight, freezer-friendly container). Line the base of the container with parchment/baking paper.
  3. Serving: Place your desired amount of fudge onto a plate and allow it to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving for the best texture!

Nutrition

Calories: 114kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 3g | Vitamin A: 89IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 24mg | Folate: 15µg | Iron: 1mg | Zinc: 0.3mg