Loaded with healthy monounsaturated fats, B vitamins, and iron, macadamia nuts may actually help lower cholesterol and improve your metabolism. Oh, and they taste fantastic. Lightly sweetened with raw honey and a touch of sea salt, these fudge squares come together in minutes… and disappear almost as quickly! — Raw Macadamia Nut Fudge Squares makes about 8 squares Adapted from my Almond Butter Freezer Fudge Ingredients: 1 cup raw macadamia nuts, or 1/2 cup macadamia nut butter 1 tablespoon coconut oil 1 tablespoon raw honey 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon sea salt Directions: Toss the raw macadamia nuts into a high-powered blender or food processor, and grind into a nut butter consistency. Add the rest of the ingredients, and process again until smooth and creamy.
*If using store-bought macadamia nut butter, you don’t even need to use a blender! Simply mix in the honey, coconut oil, vanilla and salt, and stir until smooth. Transfer the batter to a plate lined with parchment paper, and smooth with a spatula. Place in the freezer for 30 minutes to an hour, or until firm.
Slice off the ragged edges, then cut into bite-sized squares and serve immediately! These squares will melt quickly at room temperature, so it’s best to serve them directly from the freezer. Note: I’ve tried this recipe with both raw and roasted macadamia nuts–> the raw version is definitely my favorite! — Reader Feedback: Do you like macadamia nuts? If so, what’s your favorite way to enjoy them?
