Salted Maple Walnut Tahini Fudge - Easy No Bake Recipe (2024)

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This recipe for Salted Maple Walnut Tahini Fudge is vegan, refined sugar-free, and gluten-free. A delicious no-bake treat!

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We are super fans of easy, no-bake treats like this Tahini Fudge recipe. Other faves include this Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Freezer Fudge recipe or these yummy Vanilla Chia Protein Balls. Check out all of our delicious and Healthy Snack Recipes here!

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IN THIS POST: Everything you need to make Tahini Fudge

Ingredients

  • Tahini
  • Maple syrup
  • Coconut oil
  • Vanilla extract
  • Chopped walnuts
  • Sea salt

Instructions to make this recipe

First, line a loaf pan with parchment paper and set it aside.

Second, add the tahini, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla to a mixing bowl and stir until smooth.

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Third, add in the walnuts and stir again to combine. Remember to save a few of those walnuts to scatter on top of the fudge!

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I like to use a fair amount of walnuts in this recipe. They are so buttery good and add that crunchy texture we all love.

Next, once it is all stirred together, pour the mixture into the parchment-lined loaf pan.

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After five minutes, remove the pan from the freezer and sprinkle the last handful of reserved chopped walnuts on the top – this is so they won’t sink and you can see the nuts. Finish with a sprinkling of sea salt. Chef’s kiss!

Pop the pan back into the freezer for another thirty minutes to set.

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FAQS, Tips, and Substitutions

  • What is tahini? It is a condiment made from toasted and ground sesame seeds and is popular in middle eastern recipes. The seed is hulled and roasted, then it is processed into the most delightful and versatile sauce. You can buy tahini sauce in the same aisle as peanut butter in most grocery stores. You can also buy an organic brand of tahini from both Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s.
  • Is tahini keto? Yes! Tahini is low in carbohydrates. Each square of this fudge has less than 5 grams of carbs.
  • TIP! You can use any size loaf pan but keep in mind the larger the pan the thinner your fudge will be. I use a standard 7 x 3 loaf pan.
  • TIP! – Cut these even smaller for bite-sized treats. A great tip if you are counting calories.
  • Store this fudge in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.
  • Fancy a chocolate tahini fudge? Easy peasy. Simply sprinkle some chocolate chips in the mixture or on top before freezing. Be sure to use dark chocolate chips if you want to keep this recipe dairy-free.
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More Recipes with Tahini

  • Classic Hummus
  • Vegan Buddha Bowl with Lemon Tahini Dressing
  • Tahini Cookies – Gluten Free
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Salted Maple Walnut Tahini Fudge – Easy No Bake Recipe

Sharon Rhodes

This recipe for Salted Maple Walnut Tahini Fudge is vegan, refined sugar-free, and gluten-free. A delicious no-bake treat!

4.79 from 42 votes

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 0 minutes mins

FREEZE 30 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 24

Calories 105 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Line a 3 x 7 loaf pan with parchment paper and set aside.

  • Add the tahini, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla to a medium-sized mixing bowl and stir really well until everything is well combined.

  • Stir in the chopped walnuts ( leave a handful out for later ) and using a spatula, pour the mixture into the prepared loaf pan. Transfer the pan to the freezer for five minutes.

  • Take the pan out of the freezer and sprinkle with sea salt and the reserved handful of chopped walnuts. Place the pan back into the freezer for another half hour.

  • Take the pan out and cut into 24 squares.

  • Store these in the freezer in a sealed container. NOTE – They WILL melt at room temperature quickly so these are best eaten right out of the freezer.

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Notes

  • What is tahini? It is a condiment made from toasted and ground sesame seeds and is popular in middle eastern recipes. The seed is hulled and roasted, then it is processed into the most delightful and versatile sauce. You can buy tahini sauce in the same aisle as peanut butter in most grocery stores. You can also buy an organic brand of tahini from both Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s.
  • Is tahini keto? Yes! Tahini is low in carbohydrates. Each square of this fudge has less than 5 grams of carbs.
  • TIP! You can use any size loaf pan but keep in mind the larger the pan the thinner your fudge will be. I use a standard 7 x 3 loaf pan.
  • TIP! – Cut these even smaller for bite-sized treats. A great tip if you are counting calories.
  • Store this fudge in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.
  • Fancy a chocolate tahini fudge? Easy peasy. Simply sprinkle some chocolate chips in the mixture or on top before freezing. Be sure to use dark chocolate chips if you want to keep this recipe dairy-free.

Nutrition

Calories: 105kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 28mgPotassium: 64mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 7IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Keyword maple walnut tahini fudge, no bake tahini treats, tahini fudge

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Salted Maple Walnut Tahini Fudge - Easy No Bake Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Why is my maple fudge not thickening? ›

Fudge Didn't Set

If your fudge turned out super sticky, or it didn't set as it cooled, it probably never got hot enough. This mistake is super easy to avoid if you use a candy thermometer and cook the fudge to the temperature specified in the recipe (usually between 234 and 239°F).

What is maple fudge made of? ›

Bring maple syrup, heavy cream, and brown sugar to a boil in a saucepan over medium heat. Continue to boil, without stirring, until mixture starts to bubble and registers 240 degrees F (166 degrees C) on a candy thermometer. Remove from heat. Add butter and salt but do not mix.

What is the secret to good fudge? ›

You have to control two temperatures to make successful fudge: the cooking temperature AND the temperature at which the mixture cools before stirring to make it crystallize. Confectionery experiments have shown that the ideal cooking temperature for fudge is around 114 to 115 °C (237 to 239 °F).

What to add to fudge to thicken? ›

If your fudge is soft or runny, it probably didn't come up to a high enough temperature while it was cooking. Put it back into the saucepan and add 1–2 US tbsp (15–30 ml) of 35% fat whipping cream.

Why do you use a wooden spoon to make fudge? ›

In his book On Food and Cooking, food scientist Harold McGee writes, “A metal spoon can induce crystallization by conducting heat away from local areas of the syrup, cooling them and so leaving them supersaturated [causing crystallization].” He recommends using a wooden spoon, which doesn't conduct heat.

What does cream of tartar do in fudge? ›

Cream of tartar is used in caramel sauces and fudge to help prevent the sugar from crystallizing while cooking. It also prevents cooling sugars from forming brittle crystals, this is why it's the secret ingredient in snickerdoodles!

What can I use instead of maple syrup in fudge? ›

To sweeten the fudge, use honey instead of maple syrup. It will give you the same taste and texture. Any type of nut butter will work in this fudge. I used almond butter, but you can substitute it with peanut butter, cashew butter, or even sun butter.

How do you fix fudge that didn't harden? ›

Reheat and Stir: If you find your fudge to be runny, attempting to salvage it is an option. You can start by gently reheating it and boiling or cooking it again, aiming to reach the correct temperature.

Why is my fudge not thickening? ›

The main reason is that your Fudge has not reached the optimum temperature. If your mixture only reaches 110 or 112 degrees Celsius it will always be soft. That's why we recommend investing in a sugar thermometer. Another reason your Fudge is not setting is that the ratio of liquid to sugar is too high.

How do you thicken runny maple syrup? ›

Just check you thermometer by immersing it in boiling water. Then add 7 degrees for the correct temperature for syrup for your altitude & air pressure. For example, If water boils at 211 on your thermometer, syrup will boil at 218. The boiling temperature will slowly climb as the syrup thickens.

Why is my maple cream not thickening? ›

Increase finishing temperature.

By reheating the cream solution to a finishing temperature 2 °F higher than the initial finishing temperature or heating the initial sugar solution 2 °F higher, the solution will be thicker and less likely to separate.

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