Description
These Homemade 3 Musketeers Bars recreate the classic candy bar at home! Light, fluffy nougat is covered in a smooth layer of rich chocolate, just like the store-bought version, but with a homemade twist. A perfect treat for chocolate lovers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips (for coating)
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for coating)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for the chocolate coating)
Instructions
- Make the nougat: In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, and water. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves, and bring the mixture to a boil. Let it simmer until it reaches 240°F (115°C) on a candy thermometer (soft-ball stage).
- Whisk egg whites: While the syrup is simmering, beat the egg whites in a separate bowl until soft peaks form. Once the syrup reaches 240°F, slowly pour it into the egg whites while continuing to whisk. Keep whisking until the mixture becomes thick and glossy, about 5 minutes. Add vanilla extract and powdered sugar, mixing until smooth and fluffy.
- Shape the nougat: Line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper or wax paper. Spread the nougat mixture evenly in the pan, pressing it down gently with a spatula to smooth it out. Let it cool at room temperature for about 1 hour until it sets firm.
- Coat in chocolate: Once the nougat is firm, cut it into bars of your desired size. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the milk chocolate chips, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and vegetable oil. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted.
- Dip the bars: Using a fork, dip each nougat bar into the melted chocolate, coating them completely. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off, then place the coated bars on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Set the bars: Let the chocolate-covered bars cool and harden at room temperature or refrigerate them for 10-15 minutes to speed up the process.
- Serve: Once the chocolate is set, serve the homemade 3 Musketeers bars or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Notes
- Candy thermometer: It’s important to use a candy thermometer for this recipe to ensure the sugar syrup reaches the correct temperature.
- Chocolate options: You can use all milk chocolate or all semi-sweet chocolate if you prefer a different flavor balance.
- Storage: These bars can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container or in the refrigerator if you prefer a firmer texture.
- Make-ahead: The nougat can be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge before dipping in chocolate.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (not including cooling time)
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg