Description
Homemade 3 Musketeers bars mimic the classic candy with a fluffy, nougat-like center coated in chocolate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 2 large egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 12 ounces milk chocolate, melted
Instructions
- Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
- In a small saucepan, combine sugar, water, and corn syrup. Cook over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Continue cooking without stirring until the syrup reaches 240°F (115°C) on a candy thermometer.
- While the syrup cooks, in a large bowl, beat egg whites and salt with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Once the syrup reaches 240°F, slowly and carefully pour the hot syrup in a thin stream into the beaten egg whites, continuing to beat on high speed.
- Add vanilla extract and continue beating for about 5-7 minutes, or until the mixture is very thick and glossy and holds its shape.
- Quickly spread the nougat mixture evenly into the prepared pan. Smooth the top with an offset spatula.
- Let the nougat set at room temperature for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
- Once firm, lift the nougat from the pan using the parchment paper. Cut into desired bar sizes.
- Dip each nougat bar into the melted milk chocolate, ensuring it’s fully coated. Place on a wire rack set over parchment paper to allow excess chocolate to drip off.
- Let the chocolate set completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use a candy thermometer to ensure the syrup reaches the correct temperature.
- Work quickly when spreading the nougat, as it sets fast.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: 3 Musketeers, candy bar, chocolate, nougat, homemade candy