Diabetic Cream Cheese Fudge
Indulge in the rich, chocolatey decadence of Diabetic Cream Cheese Fudge, a guilt-free dessert designed to satisfy your sweet tooth while staying diabetes-friendly. This quick and easy no-bake recipe combines velvety cream cheese, unsalted butter, and unsweetened cocoa powder with a powdered sugar substitute like erythritol, ensuring a low-carb, low-sugar treat that's perfect for those managing their blood sugar levels. Enhanced with a splash of vanilla and a pinch of salt for a balanced flavor, this fudge is optionally studded with crunchy chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for added texture. Ready in just 15 minutes (plus chilling time) and yielding 16 indulgent squares, this keto-friendly, creamy delight is perfect for holiday platters, snack time, or anytime you’re craving a healthier dessert option.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 4 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Powdered erythritol (or preferred powdered sugar substitute)
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 0.125 tsp Salt
- 0.33 cup Chopped nuts (optional, e.g., pecans or walnuts)
Instructions
Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang to make it easier to remove the fudge later. Set aside.
In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the cream cheese and unsalted butter. Microwave on medium power for 20-30 seconds, or until softened but not melted.
Using a hand mixer or whisk, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
Sift in the powdered erythritol and cocoa powder to remove any lumps. Add the vanilla extract and salt.
Mix everything together until well combined and smooth. If using, fold in the chopped nuts at this stage.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Chill the fudge in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours, or until it is firm enough to cut into squares.
Once set, lift the fudge out of the baking dish using the parchment paper overhang. Slice into 16 equal squares.
Store the fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days or in the freezer for up to 1 month.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
101 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.8 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 23 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 61 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.8 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 21 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 71 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
