Recipe by April Viar

Rich, nostalgic, and melt-in-your-mouth holiday fudge made the vegan way

There is something truly special about homemade fudge during the holidays. It feels nostalgic, comforting, and meant to be shared. This Decadent Vegan Fudge was inspired by classic holiday tins filled with perfectly creamy squares, only reimagined using all vegan ingredients. The result is rich, smooth, and deeply chocolatey with just a hint of espresso to bring out the cocoa flavor.

This recipe is wonderfully simple and comes together on the stovetop before setting in the fridge. It is perfect for gifting, sharing at gatherings, or sneaking a square straight from the fridge when a chocolate craving hits.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Ultra Creamy – Smooth, rich texture that melts in your mouth.
• No Bake Needed – Sets beautifully in the fridge with minimal effort.
• Holiday Ready – Perfect for gifting, sharing, or festive dessert trays.
• Deep Chocolate Flavor – Cocoa and espresso enhance the chocolate richness.

Decadent Vegan Fudge

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• Author: April Viar
• Total Time: About 2 hours 20 minutes
• Yield: 36 squares 1x
• Diet: Vegan

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Description

Classic Creamy Vegan Chocolate Fudge

This classic vegan chocolate fudge is rich, creamy, and easy to make with simple pantry ingredients. A nostalgic no-bake dessert that is perfect for holiday gifting or anytime chocolate indulgence.

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Ingredients

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3 cups vegan chocolate chips

1 can Nature’s Charm Sweetened Condensed Coconut Milk

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1/4 cup cocoa powder

1 cup vegan butter

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon espresso powder

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Instructions

1. Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides.

2. Add all ingredients to a medium saucepan over low heat.

3. Stir constantly until everything is melted, fully combined, and smooth.

4. Continue stirring until the mixture looks glossy and thick.

5. Pour the fudge into the prepared pan and tap gently on the counter to level.

6. Refrigerate for 2 hours, or until completely set.

7. Lift the fudge out using the parchment paper and slice into squares.

Notes

Stir continuously to prevent scorching.

Use low heat to keep the texture silky smooth.

Chill fully before slicing for clean edges.

Store chilled to maintain firmness.

Nutrition info is approximate.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Chill Time: 2 hours
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: No Bake
• Cuisine: American

Nutrition

• Serving Size: Per square
• Calories: 135kcal
• Sugar: 12g
• Sodium: 55mg
• Fat: 9g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3g
• Carbohydrates: 14g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 1.5g