Berry Vegan Freezer Fudge
Blackberry Vegan Freezer Fudge! Blend together a handful of ingredients, freeze and enjoy!
How gorgeous does this vegan freezer fudge look? This perfectly pink blackberry fudge is the perfect contrast to these grey, cloudy, snowy days we’ve been having lately.
I made my first batch of freezer fudge a few months ago as a bonus gift for my 30 Under 30 cookbook and have been whipping up various flavors ever since. Freezer fudge takes just minutes to make from whole-food ingredients and is naturally sweetened enough that I feel great sharing these with my 3-year-old.
This beautiful version is made with frozen Oregon blackberries. We love Oregon blackberries as they ripen in the field the way nature intended, then are flash frozen within 24 hours of being picked to lock in great taste and color. No question that’s the case when you first lay eyes on this fudge!
Are frozen berries healthy?
I get this question often and I think it’s important to address the fact that frozen food often is more nutritious than it’s fresh counterparts. While I encourage consumption of all produce, frozen produce is available year round and tends to be lower in price than fresh items.
Frozen produce, like these Oregon blackberries, are frozen at the peak of ripeness– which locks in taste and nutrition. Think of ripeness as a bell curve; produce that is underripe and overripe will have less nutrients than produce that is at literal peak of ripeness. That’s the benefit of choosing frozen berries; they are flash frozen within 24 hours of being picked which locks in all of the beneficial nutrients and delicious, fresh taste.
Ingredients you’ll need
The star here is frozen Oregon blackberries with a handful of other ingredients that you likely already have on hand!
Here is everything you will need:
- frozen Oregon blackberries
- cashew butter
- coconut oil
- maple syrup
- vanilla extract
- lemon juiceÂ
I call for cashew butter here as it’s more flavor neutral than peanut or almond butter which lets the delicious flavor of the Oregon blackberries shine through. If you want to swap in peanut butter instead, you can– just know that it will have a more distinct peanut taste.
How to Make Vegan Freeze Fudge
If you haven’t made freezer fudge before, you’re in luck! It couldn’t be easier — simply throw all of the ingredients together into a blender or food processor until creamy and smooth, then freeze.
For easy removable, line your pan with parchment paper so that it overhangs on at least two ends. Once the fudge has frozen, you can easily lift the fudge out of the container for easy slicing.
This recipe makes anywhere from 12-16 pieces, depending on how large you like your fudge. This recipe is fairly rich, and a small piece really satisfies.
How to store leftovers
- This fudge should be kept in the freezer as it will start to melt if left at room temperature too long. I like to set a piece out for a minute or two before I eat to let it gently soften, though it’s soft enough to be enjoyed straight from the freezer.Â
- After cutting the fudge, place individual pieces on a parchment lined sheet to freeze, then place in a freezer-safe container. This will prevent the fudge from sticking together once sliced.Â
As you can see, my 10-month old is clearly a fan. She kept trying to steal bites as I was photographing. She’s also a big fan of frozen Oregon blackberries. I roughly chop them then let her enjoy them slightly thawed; they are super soothing on her teething gums– she can’t get enough!
I hope you love this blackberry vegan freezer fudge as much as my family does.
More blackberry recipes
- Blackberry Mint Yogurt Bowls
- Rainbow Berry Salad with Almond Dressing
- Blackberry Jalapeno Margaritas
- Blackberry Lemon Blondies
- Blackberry Pineapple Smoothie
Thanks again to Oregon Berries for sponsoring this post!
Berry Freezer Fudge
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup frozen Blackberries
- 3/4 cup cashew butter
- 3 tablespoons melted coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Line a 8×8 container with a parchment paper overhang. While this isn’t necessary, it will make removing and cutting the fudge easier.
- Place all ingredients in the base of a food processor or blender. Puree until creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Pour the fudge into the prepared container and place in the freezer for at least 2-3 hours, or until hard. Remove and slice into 12-16 pieces. Store in the freezer in a freezer-safe container.