Rich, smooth, and packed with chocolate flavor, this Protein Powder Fudge is the perfect midday treat. Dairy-free and prepped in just 10 minutes, each square delivers a creamy fudge texture and a boost of protein, perfect for when you want a quick snack that still feels like dessert.
"This turned out delicious, rich, chocolately and nice and soft! I did use the stevia and liked it, but I think you could use less or omit it if you don't want it sweet! Thank you for my new favorite protein fudge!" -Molly
A Quick Look At The Recipe
- ⏲️Ready In: 10 Minutes Prep Time
- 👪Serves: 8
- 🍽 Calories and Protein: 110 kcals and 5 grams of protein
- 📋Main Ingredients: Coconut oil, almond butter, protein powder, cacao powder, and maple syrup.
- 📖 Dietary Notes: Dairy-free, gluten-free, and can be made paleo or vegan-friendly.
- ⭐ Why You'll Love It: An easy high-protein dessert made with simple ingredients and no baking required.
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Finding healthy desserts can be a challenge when you have fitness goals. This is why this chocolate freezer fudge combines the best of both worlds: a high-protein snack with smooth chocolate flavor, kind of like this protein mug brownie or chocolate protein truffles.
As a mom I’m always on the hunt for the best way to “have your cake and eat it too”. And this protein powder fudge does just that, along with things like vegan protein cookies! Learn more about the cool benefits of a high protein diet.
💭 Why You'll Love It
Texture: This protein chocolate fudge has a thick, silky, smooth texture that almost melts in your mouth.
Easy ingredients: With only 6 kitchen staples, the fudge comes together easily and with no major kitchen technique.
Healthier treat: Skip the random ingredients and high processed sugars, this no-bake fudge is a great way to curb chocolate cravings in a healther way.
Ingredients and Substitutions
- Coconut oil: This is what gives the protein powder fudge its silky texture. Opt for cold-pressed, virgin coconut oil when possible.
- Nut butter: We love to use no-oil peanut butter for this no-bake protein powder fudge, but any nut butter will do. Make sure to use natural nut butter, though, and a fresh jar so that it blends best.
- Protein powder: You can use vanilla or chocolate protein powder for the recipe (just like in protein powder cupcakes). Know that the brand you choose will affect the flavor and texture of the high-protein fudge recipe (see below).
- Vanilla stevia: Depending on the flavor of your protein powder, you may not need this but I find it adds just the right hint of indulgence.. without the calories of regular sugar!
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Variations and Toppings
The fun thing about protein fudge is that you can alter the dessert with just a few simple swaps! Below are a few tasty alternatives.
Crunch: If you want to add a bit of crunch to the protein powder fudge, you can top it with toasted pecans, pistachios or chocolate chips. Better yet, you can swirl these in to the mixture too.
Sweet and savory: I love topping chocolate fudge with thick chunks of sea salt. It's the perfect flavor balance, and I do this with peanut butter protein fudge, too.
How To Make Protein Powder Fudge
Step 1: In a small pot, melt the coconut oil, maple syrup, and nut butter on low.
Step 2:Remove from heat and whisk in the dry ingredients.
Step 3: Mix in the stevia until everything is smooth.
Step 4: Pour into a silicone baking loaf top with chocolate chips, and place in the freezer to set.
Important Teaching Tips
When heating the chocolate protein fudge, keep it on low and remove it when the coconut oil is just melted. Otherwise, the nut butter can burn which will ruin the fudge.
This high-protein fudge recipe was originally made with vegan protein pwoder. However, I have since made it with Equip Protein (read about why i switched to beef isolate protein for health reasons) and it is SO much better.
If you're using a sweet protein powder like Equip, you don't need the vanilla stevia at all.
When adding the protein powder to the chocolate mixture, make sure to whisk continuously until it's all smooth. Otherwsie you end up with a gunky texture.
Silicone Molds
You can make this protein fudge in two different ways:
Use a silicone baking loaf (or a baking pan with parchment paper) and pour the fudge into the loaf, freeze, and slice it into squares when you’re ready.
Or you can use individual silicone molds, portion the fudge into them, and pop them out. I made this recipe with a silicone baking loaf and thus, the nutritional breakdown reflects that.
How To Store It
This chocolate fudge recipe can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Make sure to separate layers of fudge with parchment paper no matter how you store it.
When you're ready to enjoy it, let it sit at room temperature for 510-15 minutes from frozen.
Protein Powder Fudge FAQs
If made with vegan protein powder the fudge will begin to melt after one hour of sitting at room temperature. If made with beef-based protein powder, the chocolate fudge remains solid.
Any protein powder can be whisked into fudge to make a proteind essert. However, the kind you choose will alter the taste and texture of the fudge. Vegan protein powders absorb more liquid and will require more sweetenr where as beef, whey, or collagen powder don't require as much liquid.
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Chocolate Protein Powder Fudge
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 tbs Coconut oil
- ¼ cup Almond butter or any nut butter
- 4.5 tablespoons Protein powder chocolate or vanilla
- 1.5 tablespoons Cacao powder
- 3.5 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 1.5 teaspoon Vanilla stevia optional
Instructions
- In a small pot, melt the coconut oil, maple syrup, and nut butter on low.
- Remove from heat and whisk in the remaining ingredients using a whisk and not a fork until smooth.
- Pour into a silicone baking loaf and top with chocolate chips or sea salt (if using).
- Pop in the freezer for one to two hours to set.
Notes
Disclaimer:
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"
Nutrition
Molly says
This turned out delicious, rich, chocolately and nice and soft! I did use the stevia and liked it, but I think you could use less or omit it if you don't want it sweet! Thank you for my new favorite protein fudge!