Salted Maple Walnut Tahini Fudge
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!
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.
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!
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.
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.
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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Salted Maple Walnut Tahini Fudge – Easy No Bake Recipe
Equipment
- glass mixing bowls
- loaf pan
Ingredients
- 1 cup tahini
- ¼ cup coconut oil, melted but not hot
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ½ tbsp vanilla
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- ¼ tsp flaked sea salt
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.
Absolutely delicious! I substituted pecans for the walnuts and it was delicious! Definitely a recipe I will make often!
Awesome Lou! I love this one too. Sooooo easy. Pecans sound yum.
Sounds yummy – but: freezer? Isb’t a fudge neant to be soft ans creamy?
Thank you : )
You can store in the fridge if you prefer but is is reallllly soft and it will melt at room temperature. This is a ‘freezer fudge’ so quite different from traditional fudge, and it sets in the freezer. It isn’t rock hard when you take out a piece to enjoy – it will still taste creamy and delicious. I hope you give it a try!
I love this dessert. And if you like tahini, you will love it, too. It was so delicious and so easy to put together. The hardest part was waiting for the coconut oil to melt. I followed the recipe instructions, but forgot the salt, and realized I could add it afterwards, but decided it didn’t really need it. Next batch. Thank you!
Awesome Karina! We love that you loved it. So easy, right?
These are amazing! Super easy – and unbelievably yummy.
Any idea what the ‘calorie’ count would be?
Hi Teri! The calorie count and other nutritional info is just at the bottom of the recipe card. This fudge is about 105 calories per piece.
Hi,
Unfortunately this recipe came out very bad. Your website is also really hard to navigate because the ads keep refreshing and disrupting the experience. The experience is so bad I can barely write a review because of the refreshing and ad congestion.
The recipe uses so much tahini there is no way to cover the strong sesame flavor. Also, it started separating as soon as I started mixing everything. It did not come out well and there is nothing to mess up given it’s a no bake and simple mix and freeze recipe. Speaking of, I have to freeze it for over an hour in a deep freezer and it still isn’t solid. Not a winner.
Hi Yash, I’m sorry the ads bother you. Unfortunately for now they have to stay because this is my income and how I support my family. 🙂
With the recipe, sesame flavor is a big part of the taste of this fudge. If you find it strong maybe reduce the tahini and add more sweetener? Maybe try peanut butter or another nut butter you like? I’m not sure why it would separate, I haven’t experienced that. What kind of coconut oil did you use? Was it one that was solid and then melted or an already liquid coconut oil? Liquid coconut oils like MCT etc. won’t work in this recipe.
As for using a deep freezer and it won’t harden – yikes! I use the freezer above my fridge and it solidifies with no problem. Maybe this could be the coconut oil too? Or perhaps the tahini itself? Was it a fresh jar with lots of oil? Sometimes, if the seed butter has been in the fridge for a bit it is harder to mix all together.
Either way, let me know if you try it again. That sucks it didn’t turn out for you. I’ve made this fudge and similar ones pretty frequently and they are usually so delicious!
Can you keep these in the fridge?
I think the fridge might be a little too soft. You could try and see if the texture is good for you but I find I enjoy them from the freezer best.
These are delicious and totally satisfy my sweet cravings! I love tahini and the texture of it mixed with the coconut oil is divine. I left out walnuts this time. Would also be great with a chocolate swirl. Thanks for the super simple, unique recipe!
Omgggssshhh yes to a chocolate swirl!!! Great idea. The wheels are turning.
I have made this recipe three times now – once to try it out, once for Christmas gifting, and once again tonight for a healthy treat! Great recipe – thanks for sharing!
Hey Amanda! My pleasure. I love these no-bake fudges too. Thanks for the nice comment. 🙂
I love this fudge!! All that flavour and it’s healthy? Our family loves fudge and we really only make it for Christmas. This is a great recipe because I’m always looking for vegan treats to add to our cookie platters. Pinning for later!
Thanks, Bernice! Be careful with these on a platter though as the coconut oil base makes these pretty melty at room temp.
Love the fact that its vegan and it does not need cooking. Definitely going to be trying this ones. What a fabulous recipe!
I never would have thought of using tahini in fudge! Amazing flavour combo🤤
Awesome recipe unusual way of using tahini
This recipe spells fantastic! Love Tahini and usually land up using it in a dressing. Would love to try this no bake recipe.