Healthy Peanut Butter Fudge for Christmas Gifts
Rich, creamy, and naturally sweetened: a homemade Christmas treat that’s both thoughtful and nourishing
Christmas is the perfect time to slow down; get creative in the kitchen; and make something heartfelt for the people you love. This peanut butter fudge ticks all the boxes for a last-minute handmade Christmas gift: it’s rich, silky, and indulgent while also made from wholesome ingredients that support women’s hormone balance and wellbeing.
Unlike traditional fudge, which is loaded with refined sugar and dairy, this version uses 100% natural peanut butter, dark chocolate, and pure maple syrup for sweetness. It’s free from artificial additives and provides healthy fats that can actually help balance hormones and stabilise energy levels throughout the festive season.
Peanut butter is a great source of monounsaturated fats, magnesium, and vitamin E: all nutrients that support progesterone production and protect against PMS-related inflammation (de Paz et al., 2021). The dark chocolate provides polyphenols that boost mood and support blood flow; coconut oil gives this fudge a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture with a dose of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) for brain and metabolic health.
Peanut Butter Chocolate Fudge
Makes: 16 large pieces
Prep time: 10 minutes
Set time: 3 hours
Ingredients
350 g (1 ¼ cups) smooth 100% natural peanut butter
100 g (¾ cup) dark chocolate, roughly chopped
40 g (2 tablespoons) coconut oil
30 g (1 ½ tablespoons) pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla paste
Pinch of sea salt
Method
Create a double boiler: Fill a small pot with a few centimetres of water and bring to a gentle simmer. Place a heatproof bowl on top, making sure the bottom doesn’t touch the water.
Add ingredients: To the bowl, add the chocolate, peanut butter, coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt. Let it melt slowly, stirring occasionally until smooth and glossy.
Set: Pour the mixture into a pre-lined loaf tin or silicone mould; smooth the top with a spatula.
Chill: Place in the fridge for at least three hours, or until firm.
Serve: Pop out and cut into pieces; store in the fridge until ready to enjoy.
How to Gift It
Wrap the fudge pieces in baking paper and tie them with twine or ribbon for a rustic, eco-friendly Christmas gift. You can also layer them in a glass jar; decorate with a sprig of rosemary or holly; and add a handmade tag.
They’re perfect for:
A homemade healthy chocolate gift for friends or co-workers
A naturally sweet addition to your Christmas dessert table
A thoughtful last-minute present when time is short but you still want something personal
Nutrition Insight
Healthy fats and minerals found in peanut butter and dark chocolate help regulate blood sugar and keep you satisfied; this can make a big difference for hormone health during a busy festive season. Maintaining stable blood glucose reduces cortisol spikes and supports ovulatory function and progesterone balance: key foundations for women’s hormonal health (Micha et al., 2017).
So, while these fudge pieces feel like pure indulgence, they’re actually packed with nourishing benefits for both body and mind.
Looking for more hormone-supportive recipes? Try my Sweet Potato Brownies or Pumpkin Hummus for your next healthy festive platter.
If you’d like tailored guidance for balancing your hormones through nutrition, you can book a consultation or download my Hormone Health Starter Guide.
References
de Paz, J. A., de la Vega, R., & Torres-Lacomba, M. (2021). Nutrients and hormonal modulation in women’s health: The role of diet in reproductive and metabolic function. Nutrients, 13(8), 2756. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu13082756
Micha, R., Peñalvo, J. L., Cudhea, F., Imamura, F., Rehm, C. D., & Mozaffarian, D. (2017). Association between dietary factors and mortality from heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. JAMA, 317(9), 912–924. https://doi.org/10.1001/jama.2017.0947
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