Easy and FUN Healthy Homemade Nougat Candy Recipe (3 Musketeerz) (2024)

Feb 28, 2017

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Welcome, my fellow candy lovers! What’s your vice? Is thataSnickersorMilky Waysbar? Peanut Butter Cups? Peppermint Patties? Maybeyou’re the Take 5type. Orperhapsyou’re a fan of the simple things — like chocolate-covered nougat. If you’re the type who can plow through bags of Halloween candy like a six-year-old on a serious sugar high, then let’s be friends, because I’m the same exact way— my vice is good old Hershey’s. We all know that candy is bad for us (where do I start? The high-fructose corn syrup, the trans fats, the artificial flavors…), so I made itHEALTHY. And HOMEMADE. I introduce to you, Healthy Homemade Nougat Candy Bars (aka, 3 Musketeerz)!

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HOW. GOOD. DOES. THIS. LOOK.

A ton of people have emailed me over the years to make a healthy version of nougat, so I did it! No need for the nasty ingredients either, so toss out that corn syrup and get rid of that white sugar. This natural goodness is super sweet, chocolatey, and best of all, 100% DELICIOUS.

Although, I must warn you… nougat is a veeeery time-intensive recipe. It literally takes 3 days to make, but it’s so so SO worth it.

The nougat is very delicate and soft (and kind of a pain in the ass to slice), but once it’s chilled and coated in chocolate, you’ll forget you why you were ever annoyed in the first place. The filling is softer than the fluffiestmarshmallows in all the land. The bar as a whole ismore fresh and flavorful than anything that comes prepackaged in a wrapper that sat on a shelf collecting dust for 6 months.

Your teeth will sink into theseHealthy Homemade Nougat Candy Bars like you’re biting into a fluffy cloud. They’re so dang good, you’d never know they’re all lower in calories, fat, and sugar than the storebought kinds. Plus, they’re all natural too (no food dyes, artificial flavorings, ortrans fats here)!

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AMEN BROTHAS AND SISTAS! For candy bars have been made healthy, totally guilt free, and 100% from scratch.

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Healthy Homemade Nougat Candy Bars (aka 3 Musketeerz)

Your teeth will sink into theseHealthy Homemade Nougat Candy Bars like you're biting into a fluffy cloud. They're so dang good, you'd never know they're all lower in calories, fat, and sugar than the storebought kinds. Plus, they're all natural too!

Ingredients

  • 192g (1 cup) Granulated Erythritol
  • 252g (¾ cup) Agave Nectar
  • ½ cup Water
  • tsp Salt
  • 2 Large Egg Whites (room temperature)
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Paste
  • 6 oz Milk Chocolate
  • 6 oz Dark Chocolate
  • 56g (¼ cup) Coconut Oil

Instructions

  • Spray two 8" brownie pans with cooking spray and line parchment paper both ways.

  • In a medium-sized saucepan (I used a2-quart pan), stir together the erythritol, agave, water, and salt, until evenly mixed. Place over medium-high heat and add a candy thermometer to the pot. Cook without stirring until it reaches 220 degrees Fahrenheit. While this is on the stove, put the egg whites in stand mixer bowl with whisk attachment. When the stovetop mixture reaches 260 degrees, start beating the egg whites on medium/high until stiff peaks form. When the temperature reaches 280 degrees, remove the pan from the heat.

  • Increase the mixer speed to high and VERY SLOWLY AND CAREFULLY drizzle the hot syrup into the whipping egg whites in a thin and steady stream. Beat until very thick and glossy (~8 minutes). In the last minute, add the vanilla paste.

  • Scoop the mixture into both brownie pans, trying to make them as even as possible. Spread the mixture out using an offset spatula. Place a sheet of parchment paper on top of each pan of nought. Press down with your hands to make sure it's flat and even. Let the nougat sit at room temperature overnight.

  • The next day, with a very sharp knife, slice each pan's worth of nougat into 6 long strips. This nougat is fragile and sticky, so don't be too rough when slicing, and clean the knife off after every slice. Refrigerate the nougatuncoveredovernight.

  • The next day, melt the chocolate and coconut oil together in a large, shallow dish. Coat the nougat, one slice at a time, in the melted chocolate. Use 2 forks to transfer, dip, flip over, and remove the nougat from the chocolate.

  • Chill until the chocolate hardens, then serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Healthy Homemade Nougat Candy Bars (aka 3 Musketeerz)

Amount Per Serving (1 bar)

Calories 140Calories from Fat 81

% Daily Value*

Fat 9g14%

Saturated Fat 2.5g16%

Cholesterol 3mg1%

Sodium 25mg1%

Carbohydrates 15g5%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 12g13%

Protein 2g4%

Calcium 20mg2%

Iron 1.1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Candy

Keyword: DIY

Only 140 calories for a delicious candy bar? Yes, puh-lease.

Compared to storebought 3 Musketeers bars, my recipe has:

  • 100 less calories
  • 2.5g less saturated fat
  • 27g less carbs
  • 24g less sugar (that’s 2 TABLEspoons!)

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So soft, so sweet, so chocolatey. It’s heavenly. Heavenly and guilt-free!

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With love and good eats,

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–Jess

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FAQs

What is the nougat in 3 Musketeers made of? ›

The nougat chocolate center is made by whipping egg whites until they are light and frothy. Sugar syrup is then added, stabilizing the foam and creating mousse. Other flavoring ingredients are then added to the mousse to create specific flavors.

How to make the inside of a 3 musketeer? ›

Melt chocolate – In a medium microwave safe bowl, melt milk chocolate chips. Allow to cool to room temperature. Prepare candy filling – Mix the melted chocolate and fold in the whole container of whipped topping, until the mixture is well combined and fluffy.

Can nougat be healthy? ›

Health benefits of nougat

Nougat provides instant energy. It is also loaded with some vitamins and other nutrients, thanks to the nuts present in it. Since it is sugary, it should never be had in excess.

What are the ingredients in the Three Musketeers? ›

INGREDIENTS: Milk Chocolate (Sugar, Chocolate, Cocoa Butter, Skim Milk, Lactose, Milkfat, Soy Lecithin), Sugar, Corn Syrup, Palm Oil, Cocoa Powder Processed With Alkali, Less Than 2% Of: Salt, Egg Whites, Artificial Flavors. CONTAINS MILK, EGG AND SOY. MAY CONTAIN PEANUTS.

Why did they stop making three musketeers? ›

But as the United States entered World War II, the government began rationing sugar in 1942, making it too expensive for the candy company to continue producing all three varieties.

Are three musketeers good for you? ›

3 Musketeers Fun-Size Bar

Their fluffy texture (read: air) makes these bars feel substantial. No caramel is a plus. Contain: 3 fun-size bars (serving): 190 calories, 6 grams fat, 4 grams saturated fat, 30 grams sugar. The most-bang-for-your-calories choice: Space these bars out throughout your day.

Is 3 Musketeers candy nougat? ›

FLUFFY, CHOCOLATEY, NOUGAT FOREVER

3 MUSKETEERS is more than just fluffy, creamy nougat wrapped in a chocolatey hug. It's a snackable, share-able, lovable treat.

What is whipped nougat? ›

Nougat is a confection made with sugar or honey that's cooked and then whipped with egg whites to aerate it. It often contains almonds or other nuts, candied fruits and chocolate, although it can be left plain. Nougat can be soft and tender like marshmallow but is more often dense and very chewy.

Do three musketeers go bad? ›

How long will my product stay fresh? A: While we quote a shelf life of 52 weeks for all our treats and snack products to consumers, the actual shelf life can vary.

Can a diabetic eat nougat? ›

In conclusion, nougat, which traditionally is banned from the diet of diabetics, in this study does not show to produce a greater functional overload of the pancreatic islets than whole wheat bread does, and, although it has a high caloric value, it can probably be added to the diet of diabetic in small quantities, ...

Is nougat healthy for weight loss? ›

For example, a traditional nougat has about 490 kcal per 100 grams, which translates into about 1,000 calories per tablet. For this reason, we must bear in mind that it is a product that we have to consume in moderation if we want to take care of our health while satisfying our palates on these important dates.

What is the main ingredient in nougat? ›

Nougat is a fluffy, aerated confection that is made of sugar or honey and egg whites. It often contains fruits and nuts. Traditional nougat resembles fudge and is a far cry from the processed candy fillings you might be familiar with, which are generally made with hydrolyzed proteins and corn syrup.

How many calories are in a 3 Musketeers fun size? ›

Mars 3 Musketeers Fun Size (3 bars) contains 34g total carbs, 33g net carbs, 6g fat, 1g protein, and 190 calories.

Why is it called three musketeers when there are four? ›

Because D'Artagnan is telling to tale of the three musketeers he met when he attempted to join the order. It was written off of his memoirs. In the beginning of the preface, Dumas tells us that his source material is a historical novel written in 1700 called Mémoires de Monsieur d'Artagnan.

Why is the Three Musketeers so popular? ›

The enduring quality of Dumas's texts lies in the vitality he breathes into his characters, and his mastery of the roman feuilleton, replete as it is with teasers and cliffhangers. The Three Musketeers is a romance par excellence, and the pace of the narrative carries the reader on a delirious journey.

What is real nougat made of? ›

Nougat is a fluffy, aerated confection that is made of sugar or honey and egg whites. It often contains fruits and nuts. Traditional nougat resembles fudge and is a far cry from the processed candy fillings you might be familiar with, which are generally made with hydrolyzed proteins and corn syrup.

Is nougat just marshmallow? ›

Nougat is a confection made with sugar or honey that's cooked and then whipped with egg whites to aerate it. It often contains almonds or other nuts, candied fruits and chocolate, although it can be left plain. Nougat can be soft and tender like marshmallow but is more often dense and very chewy.

What kind of nougat is in Milky Way? ›

I'm gonna make a Milky Way. Some of you may know it as a Mars bar. It's all the same. It's just a chocolate Malta nougat.

What is Greek nougat made of? ›

The soft nougat was a sweet of the Venetians that came to Corfu during the Venetian Era since it was the favourite dessert of the aristocracy. The name “Mantolato“ comes from the Italian word mandorla (that means almond) and besides almonds it contains a lot of honey, a little sugar and egg whites' meringue.

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