This delicious three-ingredient candy plus Peppermint, Cool Whip candy only requires a few ingredients - melted chocolate chips and cool whip, peppermint extract, and crushed peppermint.
Peppermint Cool Whip Candy
Looking for a fun and festive treat to make this holiday season? Look no further than Peppermint Cool Whip Candy!
And they're perfect for gifts, too! Just package them up in a pretty jar or tin and voila - instant holiday present!
This delicious three-ingredient candy plus Peppermint, Cool Whip candy only requires a few ingredients - melted chocolate chips and cool whip, peppermint extract, and crushed peppermint.
If you're not a fan of peppermint, you can omit the extract and still have a delicious candy.
The key to this recipe is the fluffy center, which is always a hit with kids and adults alike.
And best of all, you don't need any special equipment to make it - just a microwave and a pan!
If you have a sweet tooth, this is the recipe for you!
The filling sets up in the freezer just enough that it can be sliced into pieces and covered with more chocolate.
It's an easy one-bowl project. All your kids need to do is watch as they get their own piece of deliciousness plated right before them.
Or anyone who loves things on top of other things besides ice cream (which I'm guessing might include everyone).
Get your peppermint fix today with this delicious and easy-to-make candy.
This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for cooks of all skill levels and produces a delicious, minty candy that everyone will love.
So get your aprons on and let's get baking! Your peppermint adventure awaits!
Do They Make Chocolate Cool Whip
As a matter of fact, they do make a chocolate cool whip. And it would be a great substitution for regular in this recipe.
I have also read that they also at some point make peppermint whipped cream. That is, if you can find it.
Can I Use Different Whipped Cream
Absolutely not! Cool Whip is made with different ingredients than regular whipped cream. So if you swap it out, it won't set correctly.
However, you can use an off-brand such as Aldi or Great Value.
Copycat 3 Muskateers Candy Bar
If you omit the peppermint extract and crushed peppermint candy, this will taste just like a 3 Muskateers candy bar.
It is also known as three ingredient cool whip candy.
How To Store Cool Whip Candy
I like to store mine in the freezer in an airtight container or Ziploc bag. This helps to keep the refrigerator taste out of it.
Makes 64 pieces of candy
Prep time: 30 minutes
Chill time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Peppermint Three Muskateers Candy Ingredients
- Milk chocolate chips, divided
- Cool Whip topping, thawed
- Peppermint extract
- Vegetable shortening
- Peppermint candy, crushed
- For exact amounts, please see the recipe card below.
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Supplies Needed
- Large microwave-safe bowl
- Mixing spoon
- 8x8 baking pan
- Plastic wrap
- Hand mixer
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Parchment paper
- Medium bowl or Candy melting pot
- Fork
How Do You Make Cool Whip Candy
Place 3 ½ cups of the milk chocolate chips in a large microwave-safe bowl. Melt in 30-second increments, stirring between each increment, until the chocolate is melted.
Add the Cool Whip and peppermint extract to the bowl and beat the ingredients together with a hand mixer until smooth.
Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with plastic wrap and spread the mixture in an even layer across the pan.
Cover the pan with another layer of plastic wrap and place in the freezer to chill for at least 30 minutes.
Pull the mixture from the pan using the plastic wrap and flip it over onto a cutting board. Cut the bars into one-inch squares using a sharp knife.
Transfer the pieces to a tray or baking sheet lined with parchment paper and chill in the freezer for at least 30 minutes.
When ready to start decorating, melt the remaining chocolate in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until it's fully melted.
Working in batches, place a piece of candy on a fork and spoon the melted chocolate over the top until it's fully coated.
Lightly tap the fork on the edge of the bowl to remove excess chocolate, then transfer the coated candy to a piece of parchment paper. Immediately top with crushed peppermint.
Transfer the chocolate-covered candy to the refrigerator and allow the chocolate to cool and set completely before serving.
So if you're looking for an easy but festive holiday treat, peppermint cool whip candy is the perfect recipe.
Tips and Tricks
- You can use the crushed peppermint candy that you purchase already crushed. Or place some candy canes in a Ziploc bag and smash them with a rolling pin.
- Omit the Peppermint extract and peppermint candy if you just want it to taste like 3 Muskateers candy bars.
- Wrap some in Christmas bags or tins to give as gifts.
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