The holidays are here, and that means cozy lights, cheerful music, and, of course, all the sweet treats. But if your stomach doesn’t love traditional fudge, this recipe is made for you.
This Dairy-Free Holiday Peppermint Fudge is rich, creamy, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious without a drop of dairy or the tummy troubles that usually follow. It’s made with simple, low-FODMAP ingredients, naturally sweetened, and finished with a cool peppermint twist that makes every bite taste like holiday magic.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup dairy-free dark chocolate chips (ensure low-FODMAP, 70% or higher)
- ½ cup canned coconut milk (full-fat for creaminess)
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract (use pure, not artificial)
- 2 tablespoons crushed peppermint candies (dairy-free and low-FODMAP)
- Pinch of sea salt
How to Make It:
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Melt the chocolate. In a heat-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, coconut milk, and coconut oil. Melt slowly using a double boiler or in short microwave bursts, stirring until smooth.
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Sweeten and flavor the food. Stir in maple syrup, peppermint extract, and a pinch of sea salt until well combined.
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Pour and chill. Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper. Pour in the mixture and smooth the top. Sprinkle crushed peppermint over it.
- Set and slice. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until firm. Slice into squares and keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
Quick Tips
- Go slow with the heat. Melting the chocolate too fast can make it seize up, so take your time.
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Low-FODMAP sweetener swap: Use pure maple syrup instead of honey or agave for a gentler option.
- Add a festive touch. A sprinkle of crushed peppermint makes it look as delicious as it tastes.
- Gut-friendly trick: Mix Regular Girl Original Powder into your favorite cold drink while enjoying your fudge. Avoid adding it to anything warm or hot because it’ll kill the probiotics and make them useless.
Treat Yourself to Holiday-Approved Sweetness
This Dairy-Free Holiday Peppermint Fudge proves that Christmas treats can be sweet, festive, and totally guilt-free. It’s creamy, refreshing, and indulgent in all the right ways without the dairy or digestive drama.
So grab your mixing bowl, melt that chocolate, and make a batch that brings a little extra cheer to your holiday dessert table. It’s the easiest Christmas treat you’ll feel proud to share and secretly stash a few pieces for later.
Share the holiday sweetness! Snap a pic of your creamy, dairy-free peppermint fudge, tag @getregulargirl, and use #BloatFreeWithRegularGirl for a chance to be featured. We’d love to see your peppermint-perfect treat adding a little extra sparkle to the holiday season.