peppermint fudge

white chocolate 

– 4 oz white chocolate, melted – 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut – 2 tsp peppermint extract – 20 drops stevia – crushed peppermint candies (optional, for garnish)

Ingredients

1

In a food processor, blend the shredded coconut on low until it becomes coconut butter. This will take 3-18 minutes.

Blend

2

When the chocolate is melted and the shredded coconut is butter, add the coconut to the bowl of chocolate.

Mix

3

Carefully pour the mixture a mold and gently tap the sides to create a flat surface. Sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top, pressing just lightly into the fudge. Allow to cool in the fridge for at least one hour before serving.

Refrigerate

4

Remove the fudge and container from the fridge and allow to come to room temperature for about five minutes. On a cutting board, using a sharp knife, press down to cut into approximate 1″ squares, or other similar size depending on the mold you used.

Cut