Sunflower Icebox Fudge
Rich, creamy and deeply nutty, this no-bake fudge sets into firm, silky slabs speckled with toasted seeds and finished with a glint of flaky salt — the kind of thing that looks effortlessly elegant straight from the freezer. Every bite delivers a satisfying contrast of smooth sunflower butter and gentle crunch, with maple syrup adding a warm, caramel-like sweetness. Keep a stash in the freezer for an after-dinner treat or an afternoon pick-me-up.
Allergens:sesame (check sunflower seed butter label), sunflower seeds — note that some sunflower seed butters are produced on shared lines with peanuts and tree nuts; always check the label if you are buying for someone with a nut allergy
Details
- Author: CuisineSavvy
- Cuisine: American
- Course: Dessert
- Servings: 16
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Diet: Vegan
Nutritional Values
Made entirely from whole-food plant ingredients. Sunflower seed butter provides vitamin E and magnesium; coconut oil contributes saturated fat, so portions are modest. Naturally free from dairy, eggs, gluten, and peanuts (verify your sunflower seed butter is produced on a dedicated peanut-free line if serving to anyone with a peanut allergy). Sweetened only with maple syrup — no refined sugar.
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 140 kcal | -- |
| Total Fat | 13 g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 3 g | 15% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | -- |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | -- |
| Sodium | 75 mg | 3% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6 g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | -- |
| Protein | 4 g | 8% |
Ingredients
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Sunflower Icebox Fudge Rich, creamy and deeply nutty, this no-bake fudge sets into firm, silky slabs speckled with toasted seeds and finished with a glint of flaky salt — the kind of thing that looks effortlessly elegant straight from the freezer. Every bite delivers a satisfying contrast of smooth sunflower butter and gentle crunch, with maple syrup adding a warm, caramel-like sweetness. Keep a stash in the freezer for an after-dinner treat or an afternoon pick-me-up. Ingredients [ ] 240 g (1 cup) smooth sunflower seed butter (unsweetened, no added oil) [ ] 60 ml (¼ cup) melted virgin coconut oil [ ] 3 tbsp pure maple syrup [ ] 60 g (¼ cup) roughly chopped toasted sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds (pepitas), plus a little extra to scatter on top [ ] ½ tsp flaky sea salt, plus extra to finish [ ] 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional) Instructions [ ] 1. Line a small tin or loaf tin with baking paper, leaving enough overhang on the sides to lift the fudge out later. [ ] 2. Add 240 g (1 cup) smooth sunflower seed butter (unsweetened, no added oil), 60 ml (¼ cup) melted virgin coconut oil, 3 tbsp pure maple syrup, ½ tsp flaky sea salt, and 1 tsp vanilla extract (if using) to a bowl and mix until fully combined and smooth. [ ] 3. Fold in 60 g (¼ cup) roughly chopped toasted sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds (pepitas). [ ] 4. Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and spread it into an even layer. [ ] 5. Scatter a little extra roughly chopped toasted sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds over the top, then finish with a pinch of extra flaky sea salt. [ ] 6. Freeze until completely solid. [ ] 7. Lift the fudge out of the tin using the baking paper overhang, then slice into squares or fingers straight from the freezer. https://www.cuisinesavvy.com/recipe/sunflower-icebox-fudge
External Recipes
- Crunchy Peanut Freezer Fudge (Health Score: 66)
HealthScore: 72
This fudge is built on sunflower seed butter and whole seeds, but coconut oil is a key structural ingredient, making each piece genuinely high in saturated fat. The maple syrup adds sweetness without much fibre. It's an occasional treat, not a everyday snack.