Say hello to your new favorite (naturally sweetened, incredibly rich, salty-sweet) dessert.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Freezer Fudge made with just 4 ingredients, in 30 minutes, and 1 bowl (food processor)! Shall we?
This recipe was inspired by simplicity.
I’ve made fudge I adore in the past, but some people tend to have trouble with their food processors being able to make coconut butter – a central ingredient in that recipe. So I wanted to come up with a variation that would be a little easier to tackle. And thus, freezer fudge was born!
This recipe is made entirely in the food processor. First, dates are processed until a paste or ball forms. Then peanut butter is blended in. Next comes cacao powder for that rich, chocolaty flavor. And lastly, coconut oil makes everything creamy and smooth.
Just look at that dreamy goodness. I could hardly keep my spoon out of the bowl!
Simply transfer to a parchment-lined dish, freeze, slice into squares, and you’re golden.
Share this fudge with everyone – friends, family, neighbors. They won’t believe that it’s made with simple ingredients and naturally sweetened! It’s kind of incredible!
We hope you LOVE this fudge! It’s:
Creamy
Rich
Chocolaty
Peanut buttery
Perfectly sweet
Easy to make
& Perfectly delicious
Keep this fudge on hand for a healthier treat to indulge in throughout the week. Or make a batch to bring to dinners, gatherings, or parties. We can almost guarantee that it will be the most popular dessert on the table.
If you’re into chocolate-peanut buttery things, check out our Peanut Butter Cup Cookies, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Granola, White Chocolate Peanut Butter Eggs, Peanut Butter M&Ms, Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Shake, and Double Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies.
If you try this recipe, leave a comment, rate it, and tag a photo #minimalistbaker on Instagram. Cheers, friends!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Freezer Fudge
Ingredients
- 1 cup packed dates* (pitted // measured after pitted)
- 1 cup creamy salted peanut butter* (or other nut/seed butter)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cacao powder (or unsweetened cocoa powder)
- 1/4-1/2 cup melted coconut oil
- Roasted salted peanuts (chopped // optional)
- Cacao nibs (optional)
Instructions
- To a food processor, add pitted dates and mix until a fine paste or a small ball forms.
- Remove lid and add peanut butter. Blend once more to combine.
- Add cacao powder and blend once more to combine.
- Add melted coconut oil, starting with the smaller measurement and working your way up as needed until a fudgy paste is formed. It’s OK if it looks a little clumpy at this point (see photo). You mostly just want to make sure it’s not dry, so add more oil as needed. (You shouldn’t need more than the recommended amount of coconut oil.) If it’s clumpy or a tad grainy, that’s OK. You can smooth it out in the next step.
- Transfer to a parchment-lined loaf (or 8×8-inch) pan and spread with the back of a spoon until a smooth, even surface is achieved. Top with roasted salted peanuts and/or cacao nibs for texture (optional).
- Transfer to freezer and freeze until firm to the touch – about 20 minutes or more as needed. Then remove from freezer and slice into desired squares. If it has trouble slicing, let thaw for a few more minutes and/or run your knife under hot water to ease cutting.
- Enjoy! Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator up to 1 week, or in the freezer up to 1 month. This fudge does best when kept refrigerated. If it sits out for too long in a warm environment, it can soften.
Video
Notes
*The type of peanut butter that works best in this recipe is one made with two ingredients: peanuts and salt. Other additives and sweeteners can make the fudge too thick or gummy. See our Store-Bought Peanut Butter Review for brand recommendations.
*Nutrition information is a rough estimate for 1 square calculated with the lowest amount of oil (which, as the recipe is written, is 1/4 cup or 60 ml).
Ann says
I’d love to make this recipe for someone who is allergic to coconuts. I’m not the biggest fan of vegan butter. Do you think avocado oil would work okay?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Ann, we’re not sure it will work as well because the coconut oil firms up once chilled. Let us know if you do some experimenting!
Ash says
Delicious, easy and gluten-free/vegan! Everyone loved it.
I used the proportions for 15 pieces, but for me it only made ~8 thin(ner than the pictures) pieces. It was also stickier than in the video/pictures, so perhaps I need to use less oil.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad everyone enjoyed the fudge! Thank you for sharing your experience, Ash! Is it possible you were using a peanut butter that has additives or sweeteners? That could make it sticky! If that’s not the issue, then maybe your dates were especially fresh & sticky?
Aadam says
This a great recipe with a nice flavour and texture but it makes a real mess when handling it. It melts far too easily, any tips for this? That said, I’ll be making these again – thanks!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Aadam, we’re glad you enjoy it! Are you using a silicone spatula to transfer it? That’s the best way!
Aadam says
I’m not sure about the spatula but I was referring to just eating it. It melts all over my fingers!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Ah, gotcha! You could use less coconut oil or try vegan butter.
Jasson says
Very nice recipe chef 👍👏👌. Thank you for your effort 🌞😎
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Jasson. Thanks so much for the lovely review!
Akriti Sharan says
Just made this and it is such a delicious treat!! Will definitely make this again.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! We’re so glad to hear it, Akriti! Thank you for the lovely review! xo
stephen byrne says
Very good recipe. I’ve made these a couple of times for dinner parties with added Baileys or Kahlua. Works so well.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
YUM! Thank you for sharing, Stephen!
Megan says
So happy to find this recipe, two of my faves, chocolate + candycane and vegan + GF as a bonus.
Subbed cacao powder for cocoa powder, doubled the peppermint extract as others suggested and these turned out great. Used enjoy life semi sweet mega chunks which give the cookies nice bursts of gooey chocolate.
My coconut oil clumped up slightly in the wet mix as it cooled while whisking, but had no bearing on the final result. Also I used regular coconut oil and they don’t taste coconutty to me.
22-24 gram dough balls cooked for 13 min turned out perfect. I kind of love that the basic batch is pretty small (~16 cookies) because we don’t have an “off” button when it comes to cookies in our house. Thanks for another great vegan cookie recipe!
Megan says
oops posted in wrong recipe! making this one next… haha
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoyed them! Was it the peppermint cookies you meant to comment on?
Selena Manganiello says
I added a little extra salt and some maple syrup. I also subbed the peanuts for sesame seeds on top. Very easy and nice recipe!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yumm! Thanks for the lovely review and for sharing your modifications, Selena! xo
Jenbas says
I call this four-ingredient crack. Can I give this six stars?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Ha! YAY! Thanks so much for the lovely review =)
Marie-France Gaumont-Leclerc says
mmm…let’s try this then…LOL
Dan says
Do you think it’s possible to substitute date sugar for dates? And if so, how much? Maybe add some water too?
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Perhaps but we haven’t tried that! Let us know if you do!
Kirie says
Yum! Satisfied the after dinner sugar craving for me and my four-year-old thought it was a very decadent treat at bedtime snack. Processing the dates was very noisy in the food processor, but worked. I didn’t have salted peanut butter so I put a bit of salt in the mixture and sprinkled sea salt over the top of the fudge before it set. Will definitely make again!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you both enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing, Kirie!
Madeline says
I have just made this and it is AMAZING! I am a real sucker for the PB-Chocolate combination, and these are delicious. Really hit the chocolate craving spot – will be adding to my regular rotation to keep in the freezer!
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Lovely! Thanks for sharing, Madeline!
Keren says
I made this recipe because I had all the ingredients and had a chocolate craving. My food processor broke during Step 1 from the dates and started smoking. I took a break and put the dates into water to let them soften and then back in the food processor with boiling water to try to let it break down. My food processor completely died in that step. I then took everything out and put it in a bowl and did the rest by hand.
It tastes good, but I don’t think I’ll be making this again.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Oh no! We’re so sorry to hear that, Keren! Is it possible there was some residual pit left in the dates? We’ve used this method in this food processor for years and our food processor is still going strong!
ruohan says
Love this No Sugar and No Artificial Sugar dessert! It was a bit challenging at first pureeing a cup of dried dates in the food processor. Was tempted to add some water (suggested in another recipe). Glad I stuck to this recipe, although I did add the melted coconut oil before the cacao powder. Turns out so rich and delicious. I think adding the bits of salted peanuts and cacao nibs on top is a must. It adds a lot more flavor to the fudge. Thanks for the recipe!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks for sharing your experience, Ruohan! We’re so glad you enjoyed it!
Kristina says
These were absolutely amazing! Very rich and delicious! We don’t have a food processor, so we used our blender, which had some trouble processing the ingredients. But in the end, it turned out great :)
JoAnna says
What are your thoughts on replacing the dates with coconut sugar? I don’t have any dates on hand (COVID social distancing!) but would love to try this recipe.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi JoAnna, we’re not sure that would work as the dates provide a textural element that coconut sugar wouldn’t. Let us know if you do some experimenting though!
Meir says
One of the best vegan non bake desert I’ve tasted so far!! Very rich and creamy!! Won’t last at the fridge for more than 2 days!!! Thank you!!!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Whoop! We’re so glad you enjoy it! Thanks so much!
Brook says
This was just ok. I followed the recipe exactly, I used not quite the full 1/2 cup of coconut oil, but almost. And I just felt the texture was still very dry and crumbly, although my fudge looked just like the photos. I didn’t think it was sweet enough either. Maybe a tablespoon or 2 of maple syrup would have been good? I might try that if i decide to make them again. The overall flavor was ok, and they are edible, but definitely not great.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Sorry to hear this one wasn’t for you, Brook! Is it possible your dates weren’t fresh and moist? Better luck with the next one!
Brooklyn says
I make these pretty regularly. It’s a nice sweet treat to have on hand, and it’s sooooo easy to make!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! We’re so glad you enjoy it!
Manon says
Lovely recipe to make. I needed something Vegan + Gluten free + that could be done without fuss and without an oven. Considering the limited kitchen and the strict diet restrictions, I was perplexe about finding such recipe but truly, this really was a smash!
The flavours are really intense and chocolatey. I’ve served it with vegan coconut ice cream and the freshness of the ice cream balanced well the heaviness of the dessert. I topped the ice cream and fudge with extra cacao nibs and nuts. Beautiful!
Thanks for sharing the recipe, I’ll do it again!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
That sounds like a lovely combo, Manon! Thanks so much for sharing!
Jen says
I make this all the time and I love it! Thanks for coming up with the recipe!
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
xo!
Lelo Detore says
This worked out!!!!!!
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Whoop! Thanks for sharing, Lelo!
Abi says
I made a batch of these yesterday as a treat for my husband. He has been poorly and I wanted to do something to cheer him up. I wish you could have seen how his eyes lit up when he tried his first mouthful! We both loved them. Thank you for posting this delicious recipe and for the happiness it brought to our household ? I did nearly break my NutriBullet with the mixture (having recently got rid of my food processor, a decision I’m now regretting) but it was worth it ?
And thank you for all of the hard work you put into your delicious and lovely recipes ❤️
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks so much for the lovely review, Abi! So glad your husband enjoyed it!
Condola says
Is there any way to make this recipe without using oil?
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
You can try it without, just make sure your peanut butter is super drippy and has natural oils to compensate.
Julia says
OMG that is the best “healthy” dessert I’ve ever had! The flavour of the cacao hits your tongue a little after the PB flavour and it’s just great! I actually made that and after some days When I first tried it, I was wondering why it’s so sweet and what kind of sweetener I put in (I already forgot the recipe) then I realised the sweetness comes just from the dates, usually I don’t like desserts with that “sticky date flavour” but you can’t tell in that recipe!
Thank you so much
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
So glad you enjoy this recipe, Julia! xo
Jessica Flory says
So yummy! Perfect texture. Love that it’s all date sweetened. Perfect after-dinner treat!!
Jen says
Lasted in my freezer for about 30 minutes before half was gone. I’m sure my boys and I will demolish the rest within 24 hours, fighting over the last piece. Still can’t believe it’s only 4 ingredients! Love your recipes, thanks for all of your hard work!
Katie says
Do I sub the coconut oil for coconut butter instead if I wanted to use that instead of the oil? Thanks!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
I’m not sure that would work!
Luke says
Hiya – this looks great. I only have a Nutri-Ninja and a comment suggesed that it may have problems processing the dates. I have pure date syrup, do you think this would work? Maybe starting with half a cup and add more if necessary??
Thanks in advance.
Lelo Detore says
The nutri-ninja is not a very good choice of a food processor! better ones are Kitchen Aid & Breville etc..
Also they are very well working!
Sarah Cook says
Another 5 star! Love the minimalism. So good.
louize says
Delicious – I have made this 3 times already and will make it many more times – I keep the box in the freezer and just take a small piece whenever I get a craving for something sweet!
Bettina says
I made this with carob instead of cacao. It’s very yummy! And while licking our fingers clean, we thought it might be an excellent bread-spread as well! Its easy to make and would be much healthier than store bought chocolate spreads.
Shemaiah says
Great recipe!! Flavor out of this world. I feel like I need an award for following directions. Thanks so much for sharing. Your blog literally feeds me.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We’re so glad you enjoyed it!
Asuka says
I’ve just made it this morning – It was so quick, soooooooo delicious… I am so loving it! Thank you so much for creating and posting all sorts of recipes… I really rely on your beautiful recipes! Xxx
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! We are glad to hear that!
ana derechisnky says
made these for a vegan brunch and they were an absolute success!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay!
Colleen says
Excellent!
Fidge Morgan says
Awesome… Thank god it’s in the freezer, and not to hand in the cupboard. It is possibly THE most delicious thing ever!… When making it, mine turned out a bit dry, therefore I put some almond milk in the mix rather than more oil, and it worked out perfectly. Great Recipe. Thanks X
Kristine says
Made it! Fabulous! Taste just like fudge made with powdered sugar!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! Glad to hear that, Kristine!
Jessica says
My fudge came out tasting very peanut butter and not so much chocolate, essentially like eating spoonfuls of pb. Could it be the brand of cocoa?? I sooo wanted this to be a healthy alternative!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Did you change the recipe in any way? What brand of cocoa did you use? Let us know and we’ll do our best to help you out!
Jessica says
I followed the recipe precisely and used Fry’s Premium cocoa.
Kristie Utzler says
Wow! I need this in my VitaMix, super easy & oooh so delicious!!! I took it to a party and everyone there asked for the recipe. I used cashew butter for the lower sugar content and I think it has a little less fat. I also used carob powder and carob nibs. Excellent healthy dessert that my son & all his friends also loved (ages 12-14).
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Glad to hear it was a favorite, Kristie! Thanks for sharing your recipe changes :D
Suzie says
I just made this today and it is delicious! I added pecans instead of peanuts to the top. Yum yum!
Autumn says
Hi Dana.
This recipe sounds amazing! My house mate who’s vegan like me has a severe coconut allergy, is there anything we can use instead?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Autumn! I’d recommend leaving the coconut oil out entirely and add more peanut butter (the natural liquidy kind) – hopefully that helps! I’m not sure if it will work, but you can give it a try! I also wonder if a little water would work but am not sure. Let us know!
JP says
yummy – perfect for our coeliac household – used crushed walnuts for the topping – thank you for another easy treat!!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Glad to hear you enjoyed it, JP!
Celia says
I tried the recipe yesterday and I have only one “word”: OMG!!!
Thank you Dana ❤︎
I used 1/2 cup of coconut oil + a tiny amount of water as the blend was a bit too grainy/textured – my mistake, I went too fast with the dates processing… As a result, some of the oil separated when I placed the fudge in the tray to freeze, which I turned to my advantage by sprinkling raw cacao nibs and shredded coconut to soak it!
I also added some vanilla extract, cayenne, and 2 Tsp of maca powder.
Oh, and it’s so dense and rich that a tiny little square is enough to feel satisfied, so the 15 squares can easily become 30 bitesize treats :)
Camila says
Thank you for this delicious recipe! I made it last night and loved it. I have quite the sweet tooth and I’m always looking for healthier versions of my favorite sweets.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Whoop!
Stella says
In this busy schedule, something that can be prepared under 30 mins and is healthy are very few. You’ve given one of the best recipe. thanks for sharing the dish.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Whoop! We are glad you enjoyed it, Stella!
Elizabeth says
My husband LOVES fudge, I can’t wait to try this out in him! I love finding hidden healthy recipes!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! Glad to hear it, Elizabeth!
Go Blue Mom says
Delicious treat and a hit with my picky toddlers! Thank you!!
Claudia Pedrino says
Hi,
I’m really happy with the recipes and have made a few. My problem is that my son has nut allergy…. Is it possible to give me some alternative recipes for sweets like the Chocolate Peanut Butter Freeze Fudge, please.
Thank you.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Claudia! Have a browse through some of our other dessert recipes and there are others you may be interested in, like these Chocolate Coconut Butter Cups!
May says
I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. Although, I did use a larger pan, I am glad the fudge was thinner- easier to indulge in!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Whoop! Glad you enjoyed it, May!
Becky says
This is my first dessert recipe from Minimalist Baker and it was a success!! This mixed up pretty well in my small Cuisinart, although next time I may half the recipe for less processing time.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Whoop! Glad to hear it, Becky!
Saskia says
I Made this with the maximum amount of coconut oil and it was stil to thick ( it tasted good but my husband thinks its to dry?) i made it with peanutbutter from only peanuts and added Some salt. I used RAW cacao powder and medjoul dates. How can i make it more fudge like? Add more coconut oil?
Next time want to make it with pistachio butter.
Greetings from The Netherlands
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
I would say add a “little” more coconut oil for a fudgier texture!
Lucy says
Followed recipe to a T in a food pro—so easy. Brought these to two BBQs last weekend and they were a hit. Wish I’d held back a couple more for us! ? Would def make again.
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! thanks, Lucy!
Amanda says
I made this exactly came out AMAZING! Highly Recommend
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks, Amanda!
Betz says
Any substitution for dates, I just don’t like them? Thanks
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Not at this time, sorry! Let us know if you experiment with this recipe!
Randee Motzkin says
What do you think about making it in a Vitamix? Sounds amazing – can’t wait to try it!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Randee! I think that should work. Sometimes they have a hard time processing dates, so just watch out there!
Leah says
So good! Not identical to traditional fudge but definitely would satisfy a fudge craving. Tastes very chocolately and peanut buttery, hardly any coconut flavor. Definitely will make again. I made the recipe as written (although I did use cocoa powder instead of cacao powder). My food processor is out of commission but I successfully used a Ninja blender–I think it takes more processing time and extra scraping but it got the job done. I have the sharp blades on the blender (not the serrated ones) which I think helps.
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks for sharing, Leah!
Kirsten says
My lender blew up in the process of this. I use crunchy peanut butter which I think was too dry with the dates. I proceeded by hand however and it was delicious!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Oh no! Glad you were still able to enjoy this, Kristin!
Jayne says
Great recipe – thanks Dana! Made this with half peanut butter and half almond butter, and used Deglet noor dates instead of Medjool dates – was delicious! Not too sweet and freezer friendly.
Next time I will use less cacao powder
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks, Jayne!
Lindsay says
This was such a delicious, fun, easy, quick recipe to make Friday night pre-movie time. I soaked the dates in warm water for 20-30 minutes. Then blended everything up in the Vitamix blender. Worked really well! Added a dash of vanilla, just cause I’m on a kick. Thanks Dana for all the delicious recipes over the years! My friends, family, and favorite cashiers all know about my ongoing Minimalist Baker crush.
Sophie says
I made this delicious fudge and have a question about how it turned out. The consistency ended up a little crumbly, like brownie bites rather than creamy fudge. I made some substitutions, which of these do you think could be responsible?
– Cashew butter rather than peanut
– Deglet noor dates rather than medjool
Or should I have added more coconut oil?
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Hmm, those substitutions shouldn’t have affected the texture. Were your dates moist and fresh? Maybe a little more coconut oil would’ve helped with a silkier texture!
Andy says
Hi Dana. Totally love your site.
I’ll be making this fudge tomorrow.
Keep up the good work please – us foodies are extremely grateful
andy
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
xo!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
We hope you love it, Andy!
Asha says
Hi Dana,
Thanks for this recipe and I am trying this out tomorrow. Wanted to check if I can replace coconut oil with anything else? We are not Vegans so any other substitute suggestions should be OK.
Thanks in advance.
Asha
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Asha, We haven’t tried it, but maybe leaving out the coconut oil and adding more peanut butter (the natural liquidy kind)? Hopefully that helps! Let us know if you try it!
Natalie Roberge says
This looks fantastic. I havent seen that brand of Peanut Butter here in Montreal. The only ones I have seen are ones without salt added. Would it work with the addition of salt and how much you think? I bet salted peanut butter would be very addictive!!! :P
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Oh totally! As long as the ingredients are just salt and peanuts OR just peanuts. Add salt to taste, starting with 1/4 tsp.
Melanie Mauldin says
Hi! Do you think crunchy PB will work? I love that this is all REAL food!!! Thanks for another great recipe!
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Yep! Crunchy would be awesome.
E I says
I would love to make this! But I don’t think I have any dates. Any idea if it would work with maple syrup?
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
I think so, but we haven’t tried. If you do, let us know!
Darlene says
Very delicious! Will add to Christmas arsenal of desserts! Thank you for.a great recipe!
Brittany Audra @ Audra's Appetite says
Made this today…it’s AMAZING!! :) Love how it’s freezer-friendly too.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay!
Cassie Autumn Tran says
Chocolates and dates make the BEST fudge! But adding peanut butter to the mix? GENIUS. My sisters and I love blending dates, peanut butter, and cacao powder together with walnuts to make bliss bites, but I would love to try making raw bars or fudge chunks like these. But 20 dates in 1 cup? That’s a TON! Hey, gotta pack them GOOD though! :)
Natalie says
Made as directed and turned out perfect! Delicious and would be incredible served with some vegan vanilla ice cream.
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Ooh, sounds amazing! thanks for sharing!
DJ Trav says
Because this sounded so scrumptious but I didn’t have quite the right ingredients on hand, I made a bastardized version with dried-out deglet noors (with a bit of water) and chunky PB, and it was still awesome. I have little restraint with this kind of deliciousness (and I am *so* not sharing with my wheat- and dairy-eating husband), so I made the fudge into little mounds and wrapped them individually in parchment paper before freezing in an airtight container.
To the reader who wanted to know if water would sub for oil: Since I had to rehydrate my old dates and I’m not a huge fan of coconut, I did try a couple of mounds without the oil. The result is not nearly as rich and luscious but is still quite yummy. Oh, and for anyone else on the fence about coconut: I used the bare minimum, and out of the freezer the coconut flavor is very mild and extremely well integrated.
Thanks for another amazing (and deceptively simple) recipe, Dana!
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! thanks for sharing!
Cath says
I just made a peanut-free version of this with 1/2 cup almond butter and 1/2 cup tahini instead of the PB and cashews instead of the peanuts and it is SO good! Thanks so much for the inspiration!!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Yum! Thanks for sharing your changes, Cath!
Kate says
I have made these twice this week (I’m addicted) and am curious to try a peanut-free version. Yours sounds great, Cath!
I took these to a party and everyone loved them. When I said there was nothing but natural sugar in them, I got a lot of doubting looks. :)
Julia says
This sounds fantastic Dana! I’m allergic to coconut though. What would you recommend as a replacement?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Julia! I’d recommend leaving it out entirely and add more peanut butter (the natural liquidy kind) – hopefully that helps! I’m not sure if it will work, but you can give it a try! I also wonder if a little water would work but am not sure. Let us know!
Kristina says
Ahhh this was so yummy and couldn’t have come across my feed at a better time! We are currently awaiting a new oven and we had company tonight. I had all of the ingredients and they were the perfect sweet treat after dinner. Huge hit. Thank you!!
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Yay! thanks for sharing, Kristina!
Michelle says
This was delicious. I made it for my husband, who is on the SCD diet, and I would pick this dessert over a regular one I could have. So good and very rich. Doesn’t taste as “date-y” as some date desserts can.
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Lovely! Thanks, Michelle!
Julie says
THis was the perfect easy desert to take to a party I’m going to this weekend, thank you so much for another easy and delicious recipe!
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks, Julie!
Madeline Jane says
Is there a good coconut oil substitute? even if it’s not vegan..?
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
What about just more nut butter?
David says
Coconut oil is not good for you??? Seriously? You better go back and and study endocrinology a little bit more. Medium and short chain triglyceride molecules are amazing for your body.
Jessica Levin says
Sounds amazing Dana! Any reason almond butter wouldn’t work instead of the peanuts?
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Nope!
Sande says
I also would like to know how to make this without oils if at all possible, thank you.
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
You could try subbing ALL nut butter?
Nikki says
Hi! I love your recipes! Any chance you think I could sub honey for the dates? Would you advise using less coconut oil in that case? I can’t tolerate dates right now. Thanks!
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Hmm, Not sure! Let us know if you give it a try!
Leah Saks says
OMG these look amazing!! Definitely going to try them.
Today!!
As soon as I get home from work
Thomasina says
Do you think using a sugar alternative like erythritol instead of dates would work? Would I need to change the ratio of the other ingredients?
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Hmm, not sure! I haven’t tried it that way as dates make up a large portion of the ingredients. Let us know if you experiment!
Raeann M. Anderson says
Made the No-Bake Peanut Butter Cookies this week! Excellent! However, I’m going to tweak the recipe next time – less cocoa powder, and I had a hard time getting the dates to mix with the peanut butter – came out chunky, not smooth. As well, the oats didn’t get very fine, even though I have a Kitchen Aid food processor. I’m going to try oat flour next time.
Sarita says
Oats? There are no oats in this recipe! :) Perhaps you meant to comment on another recipe?
Jill Rauch says
I made using my Vitamix with success. Absolutely delicious but high is fat and sugar ?
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks for sharing the Vitamix! This is definitely a dense treat – only little bits needed to satisfy. Hope you enjoy it!
Lindsey says
Can I do this in a Vitamix? I have a dry container as well.
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
I think so! Let us know if you give it a try. In our experience, the vitamix can struggle to blend dates well…
Brittany Audra @ Audra's Appetite says
Absolutely adore how this is made with dates! I love having healthy chocolate treats in the freezer…I will definitely be trying this! :)
Abby says
Hi Dana! could I substitute the cacao powder with carob powder?
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
I would think so, yes!
Janel says
Hi Dana! I’m going to make this for a game night with friends next week but I wonder if it will end up melting all over by the end of the night since it’s freezer fudge. Will it hold up sitting out for a few hours?
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
In my experience, setting it out for about 1 hour in a warm room can tend to start softening. But, the more oil you add the more melty it becomes at room temperature, so maybe reduce it a little if you can!
Cat says
I don’t have a food processor can I use my Ninja blender?
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
I think so. Sometimes Ninjas can have a hard time processing difficult ingredients like dates. But let us know how it goes!
Ming says
This looks amazing! Do you think I could use my vitamix instead of a food processor?
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
I think so. Sometimes they have a hard time processing dates, so just watch out there!
Beejal says
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Sissy says
Hi! Big fan of yours! I have 4kg of deglet nour dates to use. Would they work for that recipie?
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Yes!
Natalie says
Looks so delicious and so easy to make! I love chocolate and peanut butter together!
Elise says
Omg Dana! I’m going to weigh 800# by the end of my pregnancy with all these chocolate and peanut butter treats lately! You’re on a roll! Love it! Can’t wait to make this one!!
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
lol, hope you love it, Elise!
Anne says
Oh my Mom used to make a fudge with butter, confectioner’s sugar, peanut butter, and cocoa. I loved it, but it has soooo much sugar! I think this might taste similar, can’t wait to try it for a trip down memory lane for me! (updated to be healthier….). When I make it, I’ll come back and rate it. Thanks!
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Please do! Hope you love it, Anne!
Mélodie says
Hi! Can I sub coconut oil with water to have an oil-free recipe ? Ps: I love your blog and youtube channel ❤ so useful and so good !
Mélodie
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Melody! I’d say leave it out entirely and add more peanut butter (the natural liquidy kind) – hopefully that helps! I’m not sure if it will work, but you can give it a try! I also wonder if a little water would work but am not sure. Let us know!
David Reardon says
I made this with almond butter rather than peanut for my friend who’s allergic, unfortunately it didn’t last long enough for me to give it to them, a suggestion, double all the ingredients and make a spare just on the off chance your will power is as weak as mine :( #sorrynotsorry