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5 simple recipes for Sugar Free Fudge. No one will ever be able to guess that these fudge recipes are low carb and sugar free!

Whether you like chocolate, peanut butter, (or a mix of both) or even coconut, we have you covered with these delicious healthy fudge recipes!

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How to Make Sugar Free Fudge

Making low carb fudge doesn’t really have to be difficult. In fact, it is rather simple!

First of all, you need to gather your ingredients, and see if there is anything that needs to be made ahead of time (see next step).

Having all your ingredients ready BEFORE you begin is one of the ways to make this process much quicker (and EASY)!

A lot of these recipes are simply dump, stir, and freeze! It really can be that simple!

Sugar Free Condensed Milk

For several of the fudge recipes listed here, you need Low Carb Sweetened Condensed Milk. I get a lot of questions about this. “Where do you buy Sugar Free Sweetened Condensed Milk?” “Help, I want to make the fudge, but I’ve never seen that condensed milk in stores!”

The simple answer, of course, is that you make it yourself! And it really is very simple to make. You can see the full recipe for Low Carb, Sugar Free Sweetened Condensed Milk by clicking here. (There is even a video to show you exactly how to make it!)

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I would suggest making up several batches of this and storing it in your refrigerator. Then, whenever you need a quick sweet treat, you can easily whip up one of these fudge recipes!

My all-time favorite sweetener is my Low Carb Powdered Sugar. It measures the same as THM Gentle Sweet, but you can make it at home. I always have it in my pantry - and is the closest taste to real sugar that I have found!

How to Make Dairy Free Keto Fudge

But what if you are dairy free? Does that mean you cannot enjoy sugar free fudge?

Nope! Of course not! In any of the recipes listed below, you can sub my 2 Ingredient Dairy Free Sweetened Condensed Milk for the Low Carb Sweetened Condensed Milk.

That way you can make your fudge, and eat it too! (All while staying dairy free!)

2 Ingredient Chocolate Fudge

Have you ever tried a fudge recipe with sweetened condensed milk before? They are sooo good, not to mention easy to make. Bonus? It’s a microwave fudge recipe — you don’t even need to turn on your stove.

Now what if I told you that you could make a sugar free low carb fudge recipe with sweetened condensed milk?

No, it’s not too good to be true! Well, the 2 ingredient low carb fudge tastes almost too good to be true, but the recipe isn’t. It’s simple, fast, and fun to make.

And you can find the best price on Lily's Chocolate Chips here!

2 Ingredient Peanut Butter Fudge

This rich low carb peanut butter fudge is easy, tastes delicious, and no-one will no it is sugar free (and only 2 ingredients)!

With only two ingredients and 2 net carbs per serving, this peanut butter fudge recipe will have you out of the kitchen and spending time with your family in no time!

Low Carb Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge

Creamy chocolate fudge topped with a creamy peanut butter layer.

This is a bit of a variation on my 2 Ingredient Fudge, and is the result of a comment from one of my friends. She likes to make the peanut butter fudge, then top it with a layer of skinny chocolate. (Chocolate + peanut butter = deliciousness, right?) That got me to thinking . . . and this new chocolate peanut butter fudge is the result.

Chocolate Coconut “Mounds” Fudge

Creamy chocolate fudge with a dreamy layer of coconut. This fudge is reminiscent of what used to be one of my favorite candy bars – the Mounds bar.

The idea for this fudge came one summer when I was visiting family in Tennessee (where I grew up). We stopped to shop at one of our favorite little stores in Townsend, and bought a few pieces of fudge (yes, the sugar-filled variety). It was so good – and I knew immediately that I wanted to re-create a healthier version of this delightful treat!

Chocolate Peanut Butter Collagen Fudge

Melt in your mouth chocolate peanut butter fudge with all the added benefits of collagen!

I put collagen in everything I can, beginning with my coffee first thing in the morning. I often add it to smoothies and shakes to give them an extra boost of protein. I am always on the lookout for more ways to incorporate it into my diet, and this Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge makes it easy!

There you have it, 5 easy Sugar Free Fudge Recipes. Let me know which one is your favorite!

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FAQs

What is the secret to good fudge? ›

You have to control two temperatures to make successful fudge: the cooking temperature AND the temperature at which the mixture cools before stirring to make it crystallize. Confectionery experiments have shown that the ideal cooking temperature for fudge is around 114 to 115 °C (237 to 239 °F).

How to make fudge creamy and not grainy? ›

Grainy Fudge

To avoid this issue, swirl the pan instead of stirring it with a spoon. You can use a wet pastry brush to wipe down any sugar that sticks to the sides of the pot.

What is the key to successful non grainy fudge? ›

While you ultimately want crystals to form, it's important that they don't form too early. The key to successful, nongrainy fudge is in the cooling, not the cooking.

What to make with fudge that didn't set? ›

Options for what you can do with your unset fudge:

OPTION 1) Depending on how runny it is, you can either use it as a frosting for cakes, or a sauce for ice-cream. OPTION 2) Freeze it overnight. Cut it into squares.

Is evaporated milk or condensed milk better for fudge? ›

Evaporated milk doesn't have sugar added. The sweetened condended milk is needed as no extra sugar is added to the fudge. If evaporated milk were used then the fudge would not be sweet enough and also would still be too soft unless the fudge is frozen.

What does cream of tartar do in fudge? ›

Cream of tartar is used in caramel sauces and fudge to help prevent the sugar from crystallizing while cooking. It also prevents cooling sugars from forming brittle crystals, this is why it's the secret ingredient in snickerdoodles!

What makes fudge firmer? ›

Cooking is necessary to dissolve sugar crystals and to evaporate part of the water in the cream. The length of this step has a direct impact on the firmness of the fudge.

Why did my fudge turn out like taffy? ›

If the fudge is very soft and slightly chewy then it is possible that it did not quite cook to soft ball stage and next time the mixture should be cooked to a slightly higher temperature (soft ball is 112-116c/235-240F and a sugar or candy thermometer can help).

Will powdered sugar thicken fudge? ›

How to thicken your fudge? If your fudge it noticeably thin, you may want to add more chocolate. If you are out of chocolate, you can also add 1/4-1/2 cup of powdered sugar. This, however, can make the fudge very sweet.

What went wrong with my fudge? ›

If your fudge is tough, hard, or grainy, then you may have made one of several mistakes: You may have overcooked it, beaten it too long, or neglected to cool it to the proper temperature.

How to fix broken fudge? ›

To fix it, put it back into the saucepan and add about 3–4 US tbsp (44–59 ml) of 35% fat whipping cream. Stir the mixture as you heat it until the sugar in the fudge is melted. Then, stop stirring and let the fudge boil until it reaches 237–239 °F (114–115 °C).

Why does fudge fail? ›

Homemade Fudge Doesn't Always Set

If your fudge doesn't firm up after a few hours, you either have too high an amount of liquid to sugar, or your mixture hasn't reached the soft-ball stage. Using a candy thermometer can help home cooks avoid this problem.

Can you redo fudge that didn't set? ›

How can you fix soft fudge? Put it in a microwave safe bowl that is large enough that it won't boil over. Reheat it to the boiling point and cook for about 3 more minutes. Then you can beat some powdered sugar into it if this doesn't make it set.

What happens if you stir fudge too early? ›

That smooth, creamy melt-in-your-mouth fudge texture is achieved with small sugar crystals. If the mixture is stirred too soon — when it is warmer than 110 degrees — the crystals will be large and make the fudge grainy.

Why won't my 2 ingredient fudge set? ›

The main reason is that your Fudge has not reached the optimum temperature. If your mixture only reaches 110 or 112 degrees Celsius it will always be soft. That's why we recommend investing in a sugar thermometer. Another reason your Fudge is not setting is that the ratio of liquid to sugar is too high.

What makes high quality fudge? ›

It's the size of sugar crystals that makes the knees of fudge lovers buckle…the smaller the crystals, the less they are perceived on the tongue and the more the fudge tastes smooth and creamy. Cooking, and beating after cooking, is the key to successful fudge.

What gives fudge its firm texture? ›

The main difference is the texture, which is determined by two things: the size of the sugar crystals in the candy, and the concentration of the sugar. Toffee is smooth with no sugar crystals, whereas fudge has tiny crystals that give it that texture.

What would cause fudge not to harden? ›

Homemade Fudge Doesn't Always Set

If your fudge doesn't firm up after a few hours, you either have too high an amount of liquid to sugar, or your mixture hasn't reached the soft-ball stage. Using a candy thermometer can help home cooks avoid this problem.

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