Vegan Caramel Apple Fudge

The Vegan Caramel Apple Fudge is a great idea for vegans to consume as a completely plant-based dessert. This recipe will require you 2 hours and 30 minutes. There are just a few products for this recipe, and the instructions are also not that complicated to follow. Vegans will not face guilt while having this delicious Vegan Caramel Apple Fudge. This dessert turns out to be creamy and soft. The recipe allows you to have a feeling and taste of a classic caramel apple in the form of fudgy squares. The consistency of these squares becomes a bit chewy after you chill them.

STATS:

• Chilling duration: Two hours
• Total time: 2 hours & 30 minutes
• Portion size: 1 small square
• Serving: 16 pieces
• Preparation time: 15 minutes
• Caloric count: 145 kcal
• Cooking duration: Fifteen minutes
• Cuisine: American
• Course: Dessert
• Diet: Vegan

EQUIPMENT:

• Knife
• Parchment paper
• 8×8-inch square pan
• Measuring spoons & cups
• Wooden spoon
• Medium saucepan

INGREDIENTS:

• One tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp coconut oil
• Half tsp cinnamon powder
• ¼ tsp salt
• Half cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat)
• ¾ cup brown sugar
• 1½ cups powdered sugar

INGREDIENT NOTES:

FULL-FAT COCONUT MILK:

• The fudgy element in vegan dessert comes along with the use of full-fat coconut milk, which works best for this purpose. It makes the dessert richer. Another option for you to use can be oat cream or cashew cream.

BROWN SUGAR:

• We will be using brown sugar for this dessert because it will provide the classic caramel taste and include moisture as well. Brown sugar will help make the fudge softer. For an alternative, try the use of coconut sugar.

COCONUT OIL:

• Coconut oil will make the dessert glossy and smooth. It will also provide help in making the fudge a bit solid. Other options for you to use can be cocoa butter or vegan butter.

VANILLA EXTRACT:

• The addition of vanilla extract will help in maintaining the extra sweetness in the dessert, and it will enhance the taste of this dessert. Maple syrup will also work fine.

CINNAMON POWDER:

• The addition of cinnamon powder will add a little spice to the dessert. Another option to use can be apple pie spice.

SALT:

• Salt can improve the caramel taste in the dessert. Use either pink salt or sea salt as a substitute.

UNSWEETENED APPLESAUCE:

• The amazing apple taste in this recipe comes from the addition of applesauce. It will keep the dessert moist, and for this recipe version, we will be utilizing the unsweetened one. You may also consider the use of pear puree.

POWDERED SUGAR:

• Powdered sugar will provide a smoother consistency to the dessert, as it will make it thicker. This ingredient will also help in making a proper shape of the fudge. For an alternative, try using coconut sugar (powdered).

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Take the parchment paper and place it inside the baking pan.
2. Cook coconut oil, brown sugar, and coconut milk in a saucepan.
3. Keep mixing this mixture over a medium flame.
4. Allow it to simmer for about 12 minutes to create a thick mixture.
5. Turn the flame off and then include applesauce, salt, cinnamon, and vanilla.
6. Keep mixing it till you create a smooth mix.
7. Now, add powdered sugar gradually.
8. Keep stirring till the mixture turns shiny.
9. Transfer the final mix into the pan.
10. Spread the mix to make it even with the use of a spatula.
11. Chilling duration for this dessert is only 2 hours.
12. Lastly, slice small squares from the dessert and enjoy.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

• This dessert will provide great consistency once it has been refrigerated properly.
• Chop some nuts and then place them on top of this dessert for a nice look.
• Another thing that can complete this dessert is the addition of vegan caramel sauce.

TIPS:

• When cooking the mixture for the fudge, keep mixing to prevent burning.
• For this dessert, you will need to utilize full-fat coconut milk.
• Try not to rush the refrigeration time for this dessert; you need to give it complete time with patience.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• You need to store this fudge inside a tight box for only 7 days.

FREEZER:

• Each separate piece of the fudge needs to be tightly wrapped and then stored for only 2 months.

FAQs:

Will this dessert come out with too much sweetness?

• The sweetness level for this fudge will be mild and not too much.

What happens if I exclude the use of applesauce?

• The skipping of applesauce will cause the dessert to have less of the taste of apple in it.

Will kids be able to have this dessert easily?

• Yes, this dessert can fall in the kid-friendly category, and kids will enjoy it.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calcium: 0.04 g

Iron: 0.0018 g

Potassium: 0.12 grams

Sodium: 0.06 g

Vitamin A: 120 IU

Calories: 145 kcal

Net Carbs: 18 grams

Total Carbs: 20 g

Fiber: 2 grams

Protein: 1.2 g

Fat: 7 g