Peanut Butter Flaxseed Fudge – A tasty snack packed with goodness

Rich, smooth and creamy, that is everything this Peanut Butter Flaxseed Fudge recipe is and more. Each bite into this melt-in-your-mouth snack is luxurious and a perfect balance of sweet and salty.

The best part is of course that this Peanut Butter Flaxseed Fudge recipe is healthy and low on calories. It is a delicious guilt-free treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth. It is also an incredibly tasty edible gift to give to a friend or family member, especially if it is someone who is watching their calorie intake.

This healthy low carb and gluten-free fudge is a great anytime snack that will give you an extra boost of energy if you need a quick snack on a busy day. The inclusion of flaxseed in this recipe boosts the nutritional value of this snack tremendously.

Flaxseed is a rich source of fiber, protein, and healthy fats. It is loaded with vitamins and minerals. Flaxseed plays a role in lowering blood pressure and reduces cholesterol levels. There is also research that it plays a role in decreasing glucose and insulin levels.

So, next time your sweet tooth starts bugging you, remember this Peanut Butter Flaxseed Fudge recipe.

Peanut Butter Flaxseed Fudge Recipe

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    Recipe by DNAfit Course: SnacksCuisine: GlobalDifficulty: Easy
    Servings

    12

    pieces
    Prep time

    5

    minutes
    Freezing time

    1

    hour 
    Calories

    98

    kcal
    Total time

    1

    hour 

    5

    minutes

    Ingredients

    • 30 g peanuts, raw and unsalted

    • ¼ cup milk, low fat

    • 2 teaspoons honey

    • ½ cup peanut butter, sugar free

    • 30 g ground flaxseeds

    Method

    • Place the milk, honey, peanut butter and flax seeds in a food processor.
    • Blend together until smooth and fudgy (add extra milk if needed). Stir in the remaining peanuts.
    • Line a small baking tray with baking paper and pour the mixture into the tray.
    • Freeze for an hour.
    • Cut into 12 even pieces.

    Notes

    • Nutritional Information (per piece):
      Energy: 409 kJ (98 calories)
      Carbohydrates: 4g
      Fibre: 2g
      Protein: 4g
      Fat: 8g

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