Monday, December 23, 2013

Fudge... diary free and vegan options

Classic Fudge made dairy-free
While actually dairy-free and vegan, no one will know the difference from your regular recipe!  And perhaps a little healthier than those made with heavy cream and real butter, this version allows reduced guilt seconds... and thirds.

6 Tbs butter alternative (we use Earth Balance Buttery Sticks) or real butter
3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup cocoa powder 
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup almond milk

Line a baking dish with foil or waxed paper, allowing the foil or waxed paper to hang over the sides for easy removal (my pan is 6 x 8 in size).  Spray with a small amount of cooking spray.  Set aside.

In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter alternative (or real butter if your prefer).  When melted, add the remaining ingredients. Whisk until smooth, then quickly pour the batter into the prepared pan.  Chill for a few hours.

Remove pan from fridge, then pulling on the sides of the foil or waxed paper, pull the fudge from the pan.  Carefully peel the foil or waxed paper from the fudge, then cut into small pieces, or alternatively, use a cookie cutter to make shapes.

Liv Life Note:  For sharp, clean cuts, run your sharp knife under hot water, then dry with a paper towel.  Cut, then clean with the paper towel after each cut.  Re-warm the knife as needed.