Keto Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge, and honestly, it disappeared faster than any dessert I’ve made in a long time. I had been craving chocolate all week, but I was trying really hard to stay on track with my low-carb goals. My cousin actually recommended this recipe after she made a batch for movie night and said, “It tastes like those rich candy store fudges without all the sugar.”
At first, I thought it sounded too good to be true. But after one of those stressful weeks where all I wanted was comfort food, I decided to give it a try.
Saturday evening felt like the perfect time for something sweet. Baking and making desserts has always been my little therapy. When I’m happy, I make treats to celebrate with my family, and when I’m stressed, being in the kitchen somehow helps me slow down and relax.
As the chocolate and peanut butter melted together, the smell alone was enough to make everyone wander into the kitchen asking what I was making. My husband dipped a spoon straight into the bowl before I could even pour it into the pan, and my kids kept asking how long it needed to chill.
When it was finally ready, the texture was unbelievably creamy, rich, and perfectly fudgy. Every bite tasted like a peanut butter cup mixed with classic chocolate fudge. My family honestly couldn’t believe it was keto-friendly.
Now this fudge has become one of my favorite weekend treats whenever I want something indulgent without the sugar crash afterward.
🍫🥜 Keto Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Chill Time:
2 hours
Total Time:
2 hours 10 minutes
Servings:
16 squares
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar-free chocolate chips
- ½ cup natural peanut butter
- ¼ cup butter
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup powdered keto sweetener
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare pan
Line a small square dish or loaf pan with parchment paper.
Step 2: Melt ingredients
In a saucepan over low heat, melt chocolate chips, peanut butter, butter, and heavy cream.
Step 3: Add flavor
Stir in sweetener, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
Step 4: Pour mixture
Pour into prepared pan and smooth the top.
Step 5: Chill
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.
Step 6: Slice
Cut into small squares and serve chilled.
Nutrition (Per Square Approx.)
- Calories: 145
- Fat: 13g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbs: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Net Carbs: 3g
Q&A
Can I use almond butter?
Yes! Almond butter works great.
How long does it last?
Up to 1 week refrigerated.
Can I freeze it?
Absolutely—freeze for up to 2 months.
Is it very sweet?
It’s mildly sweet like dark chocolate fudge.
Can I add nuts?
Yes, chopped pecans or walnuts taste amazing.
