When scrolling through Kirbie’s Cravings’ Instagram page, I see a host of delicious-looking recipes that cater to special dietary needs, ranging from dairy-free to low-carb to egg-free. The recipe developer also specializes in creating recipes that require minimal ingredients, making them approachable and inspiring. There’s a reason almost 54,000 people are following them on Instagram.
Since I enjoy making fudge during the holiday season, one recipe I found on their page immediately caught my attention—two-ingredient healthier fudge. It looks rich, creamy and indulgent—everything you’d want in a classic fudge recipe. The twist? It’s made with an unexpected, protein-packed ingredient—cottage cheese.
The thought of cottage cheese being just one of two ingredients in a fudge recipe may seem off-putting, but the recipe creator promises you won’t taste the cottage cheese. It simply provides a creamy, chewy and airy texture to the fudge.
The cottage cheese is pureed until very smooth and mixed with rich, melted dark chocolate. Once it’s been in the freezer for a bit, you can slice it into squares for a simple yet luxurious dessert.
Kirbie’s Cravings’ Two-Ingredient Fudge Recipe is a Healthier Alternative
After watching the video and reviewing the recipe on their website, it appears that there are just a few quick steps to whipping up a batch. Here’s how to make it:
Ingredients:
- ¾ cup small curd 1 percent cottage cheese
- 2 cups dark chocolate chips, 60 percent cocoa
Directions:
- Line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- Puree cottage cheese until very smooth, scraping down the sides of the blender as needed.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 15-30 second increments, stirring between each increment, until they are melted and smooth. Immediately transfer melted chocolate to the blender.
- Puree until the mixture is smooth and uniform, scraping down the sides of the blender as needed.
- Working quickly, transfer the mixture to the prepared loaf pan; spread into an even layer. Freeze until completely firm.
- Bring to room temperature. Cut into small squares with a sharp knife. Store in the refrigerator or freezer.
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Fans are going wild for it, which leads me to believe it’s worth a try. “When I tried a piece, I was amazed at the taste and texture. It’s easy to make, and you’ll love it. I can’t keep my husband out of the container,” said one person.
“My husband is a chocoholic and loves this fudge. I added one package of stevia to the cottage cheese and 1/2 cup of chopped pecans just as I was folding in the chocolate…..yummmmmm!” stated another fan.
“I made this fudge yesterday, and it was creamy and DELICIOUS! The fact that it only contains two ingredients made me wonder how good it could be. Don’t be fooled! I can’t stop raiding the refrigerator where I’m storing it,” exclaimed a reviewer.
The blog post offers additional details about the ingredients, step-by-step instructions, and recipe tips. Additionally, you can find other minimal-ingredient fudge and dessert recipes if you’re craving something different.
But if you’re seeking an easy dark chocolate fudge recipe to try this season, it seems this one is going to be a hit.
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