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Paleo Pumpkin Fudge Recipe with Only 5 Ingredients - My Natural Family (2024)

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This Paleo pumpkin fudge only has 5 ingredients and all you do is mix them together and freeze for a few hours. So easy and so good to have on hand for those times when you just want a little treat.

Paleo Pumpkin Fudge Recipe with Only 5 Ingredients - My Natural Family (1)

I hardly eat anything sugary. After years and years of being on a Paleo diet, I just don't even want it. I rarely get tempted at parties. A lot of it is because my body just doesn't handle sugar very well at all, so that really helps my brain not even want it.

But sometimes I just want something, just a little treat. And if I have a little treat, I want it when I'm alone. Am I weird? Anyone else like their treats alone? I just want to be able to fully enjoy and savor it and not shove it in, just for the sake of having a treat.

So that means I'm one of those moms who put their kids in bed so I can sneak a few bites of a treat and enjoy it in peace and quiet while I watch Hallmark movies and snuggle under the comfy blanket my mom made me when I was 8. Oh, those are the BEST times ever.

Luckily, this fudge fits right into this model. It is sweet enough to be a treat but satisfying enough to be an afternoon snack. It really is like the best of both worlds. Plus, it is super easy to make - calling for only 5 wholesome ingredients and requires no baking – my kind of recipe!

I can make it so I have it on hand and hide it in my downstairs freezer under a bunch of meat and sneak a little piece every once in a while. Luckily, it's so easy to make and lasts for months, since it takes me months to eat it.

The thing about this fudge is that it needs to be frozen, so, unfortunately, it doesn't work well for kid's lunches or for parties. And, I love that it doesn't have much sugar at all in it, but some of my children don't like it because it has pumpkin in it and they think it doesn't have enough sugar. Their loss.

The positive side of it being a freezer fudge is that it lasts for months, so it doesn't go bad sitting on the counter as many sweets do at my house.

I would love to know if you try my fudge recipe and what you think of it. Please comment below. I know it's not totally refined and beautiful, but that's really the beauty of it. We'll call it rustic and super easy and not try to impress anyone with it. It does feed that primal need we have a little sweet every once in a while, though.

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No-Bake Paleo Pumpkin Fudge Recipe with Only 5 Ingredients

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  • Author: Rebecca Baron
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 180 minutes
  • Total Time: 125 minutes
  • Yield: 16 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: Paleo

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This fudge only has 5 ingredients and all you do is mix them together and freeze for a few hours. So easy and so good to have on hand for those times when you just want a little treat.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup almond butter
  • ¼ cup coconut oil
  • 2 Tbsp pure maple syrup *
  • ½ tsp pumpkin pie spice

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl
  2. Pour into an 8x8 baking dish lined with parchment paper
  3. Put in the freezer and freeze 3-4 hours or until firm
  4. Cut into pieces and enjoy
  5. Store in the an airtight container in the freezer

Keywords: easy, store well, healthy, festive

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  1. Martha

    I just made a double batch of this recipe and am freezing it now! I chose less maple syrup and decided to emphasize more spices individually (ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, etc) - am loving the flavor in the unfrozen batch! I'm looking forward to checking it out after freezing as well -t hanks for the recipe!

    Reply

    • Rebecca

      I'm so glad you like it. Thanks for commenting!

      Reply

  2. Joan

    This is the healthiest fudge recipe I've ever seen!

    Reply

  3. John

    Someone try this and let me know if it is good. I'm too chicken to try it myself!

    Reply

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Paleo Pumpkin Fudge Recipe with Only 5 Ingredients - My Natural Family (2024)

FAQs

Is pumpkin OK for Paleo diet? ›

Pumpkin is paleo. However, fruit consumption on a paleo diet should be limited.

What is pumpkin fudge made of? ›

Combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, evaporated milk, pumpkin, butter and spice in a medium saucepan. Bring to a full rolling boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil, stirring constantly, for 10 to 12 minutes or until candy thermometer reaches 234° to 240º F.

Is pumpkin an inflammatory food? ›

Pumpkin is packed with nutrients like beta-carotene, which has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties. Pumpkin seeds are also a good source of magnesium, another mineral known to reduce inflammation.

Why can't you have peanut butter on paleo? ›

Peanuts are technically legumes, which are not paleo compliant, and that means peanut butter is off limits for paleo eaters. All other nuts and seeds are fair game, so if nuts and seeds are the only ingredients, snack away!

What's the difference between canned pumpkin and pumpkin puree? ›

Canned pumpkin and pumpkin puree are often used interchangeably in recipes and are essentially the same thing:
  • Canned pumpkin
    Made from steamed and pureed pumpkin, or a blend of pumpkin and other squashes, that's produced in large quantities. Canned pumpkin is usually unsweetened and unspiced, and can be labeled as 100% pure pumpkin or pumpkin puree. Because it's mass-produced, canned pumpkin tends to have a consistent flavor, texture, and consistency. 
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What is the difference between Libby's pumpkin and pumpkin pie filling? ›

They are the same product. Both canned pumpkin puree and pie filling are useful, shelf-stable ingredients that can help speed up your kitchen prep time. Just remember that puree is unsweetened, while pie filling contains sugar and spices. This will help you choose the right pumpkin product for your recipes.

What vegetables are not paleo? ›

These are beans, lentils, and peas. Legumes are not paleo because they were only introduced into the human diet about 5,000 to 7,000 years ago. Legumes are difficult to digest and can contain unhealthy fats.

Is pumpkin high in lectins? ›

Pumpkin is considered low in lectins, but the seeds and skins of pumpkins are high in lectins. Canned pumpkins typically have the seeds and rinds removed during processing. Pressure cooking pumpkin can also remove lectins. 
Lectin Free Gourmet
Lectin Free Pumpkin Pie
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Dr. Michael Lange
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Other ways to reduce the amount of lectins in plant foods include:
  • Soaking in water with apple cider vinegar or lemon juice for 4–24 hours
  • Boiling, baking, or fermenting
  • Sprouting
  • Removing peels and seeds 
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What fruits to avoid on paleo? ›

Of course, any and all fruits are welcome on the paleo diet including apples, oranges, pears, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and more. And don't forget tubers such as potatoes, sweet potatoes, turnips, yams, and so on.

What is not allowed on a paleo diet? ›

The paleo diet, which is based on the idea that humans should eat the same foods as our hunter-gatherer ancestors, excludes many foods. These foods include:
  • Grains: Wheat, oats, barley, and other whole grains and cereals
  • Legumes: Beans, peas, lentils, peanuts, tofu, soy sauce, and peanut butter
  • Dairy: Milk and cheese
  • Processed foods: Chips, cookies, bread, and pasta
  • Refined and added sugars: Cane sugar, aspartame, sucralose, and other artificial sweeteners
  • Added salt: Salt
  • Starchy vegetables: Corn, jicama, peas, and white potatoes
  • Other foods: Alcohol, caffeine, and trans fats 
    EatingWell
    The Complete Paleo Diet Food List: What to Eat and What to Avoid
    Jul 12, 2023 — Legumes are members of a large family of plants that have a seed or pod. This ...
    Ideal Nutrition
    10 Foods You Shouldn't Eat on Paleo Diet - Ideal Nutrition
    The paleo diet is based on the general premise that humans should eat the same foods that ...
    Forbes
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    Feb 6, 2024 — What does the paleo diet consist of? The paleo diet consists of fresh lean meat...
    Mayo Clinic
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    What to avoid. Grains, such as wheat, oats and barley. Legumes, such as beans, lentils, pe...
    Good Housekeeping
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    Nov 19, 2020 — Refined and artificial sweeteners: Cane sugar, aspartame, sucralose, cyclamate...
    Ocado blog
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    Jan 27, 2022 — Featuring lean meat and fish as well as fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds, th...
Some other foods to avoid include:
  • Refined vegetable oils
  • Bottled condiments like ketchup, BBQ sauce, and tomato sauce
  • Sweetened alcoholic drinks, except for some paleo plans that allow red wine and gluten-free hard cider 
While following the paleo diet, some people prefer to eat grass-fed meats, pastured eggs, and organic produce, but this isn't required. 
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