This Cool Whip Candy has a light and fluffy chocolate center just like a 3 Musketeers bar! This homemade candy is easy to make in your own kitchen with just 3 ingredients.

I am obsessed with making homemade candy lately! From Crunch bars to homemade PayDay candy bars and Snickers, it’s so much better than the store.

Cool whip candy on a plate with a three musketeers bar nearby to show copycat recipe.

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Key Takeaways: Cool Whip Candy (3 Musketeers)

  • Only 3 ingredients: All you need is Cool Whip, chocolate chips and chocolate melting wafers. No candy thermometer required!
  • Homemade 3 Musketeers: A light, fluffy chocolate center covered in a smooth chocolate coating tastes just like the classic candy bar.
  • Easy to make: Just melt, mix, freeze and dip! Most of the time is hands-off while the candy chills.
  • Perfect for making ahead: Keep these bite-sized chocolate treats in the freezer for whenever a chocolate craving hits.

Why I Love This Copycat Recipe

I’ve always loved the light chocolate mousse center of a 3 Musketeers bar, and this homemade Cool Whip candy tastes so much like the real thing! It’s amazing what you can make with just 3 ingredients, and there’s no candy thermometer or complicated candy-making involved.

I love making bite-sized treats like this, my Almond Joy recipe, Butterfinger balls and Take 5 candy bars, especially around the holidays. They’re so fun to package together for homemade gifts! My homemade Twix bars and saltine cracker toffee are two more favorites.

XO - Jamielyn
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Tried it one time now I can’t remember how many times I’ve made! They are great 👍

Deb

Ingredient Notes

Three ingredients for Cool Whip candy on counter.

Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.

  • Cool Whip: Whipped topping makes the candy have a light as air texture and classic taste. You can also use homemade Cool Whip.
  • Milk chocolate chips: Use a quality chocolate chip since there are so few ingredients in this recipe.
  • Melting wafers: I love to use the Ghirardelli brand. You can use milk chocolate or dark chocolate melting wafers although for a true copycat 3 Musketeers use a milk chocolate coating.

How to Make Cool Whip Candy

Place chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and melt in microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring between each interval. After chocolate has cooled, fold in 1/2 tub of thawed Cool Whip.

Mixing cool whip and chocolate in a bowl.

Pour mixture into prepared parchment lined baking dish. Freeze until hard then cut into squares and place back in the freezer.

Slicing cool whip candy.

Freeze for 30-60 minutes, or until hardened. Cut into 12-16 squares and place onto parchment paper lined baking sheet. Return squares to freezer for at least 30 more minutes.

Dipping cool whip candy in chocolate.

Melt chocolate wafers in a bowl until smooth. Remove candy from freezer and dip into melted chocolate. Place on parchment paper and store in freezer until ready to serve.

Recipe Tips

  • Pan size: You can use an 8-inch square pan, but the Cool Whip candy will be thinner.
  • Cool the chocolate: Let the melted chocolate cool before adding the Cool Whip so it doesn’t lose its light, fluffy texture.
  • Keep folding: The chocolate may start to harden as you fold in the Cool Whip. Keep gently folding until evenly combined for a creamy, smooth center.
  • Dip in small batches: These candies soften quickly! I like to work with half the batch at a time, keeping the rest in the freezer until ready to dip.

Cool Whip Candy Recipe FAQs

How do you store Cool Whip candy?

Store Cool Whip candy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a softer, creamier texture. I personally prefer keeping mine in a freezer-safe bag in the freezer. They taste so good cold!

How long does Cool Whip candy keep?

Homemade Three Musketeers candy will keep for up to 5 days in the refrigerator or up to 1 month in the freezer. Keep it chilled until ready to serve since the fluffy center softens quickly.


Can I use something other than Cool Whip?

Yes! Another brand of thawed frozen whipped topping works just as well. A homemade Cool Whip substitute may also work if it has a similar stabilized texture. I don’t recommend regular homemade whipped cream, as it isn’t as stable and the candy may not firm up properly.

Homemade Cool whip candy on a plate with a Three musketeers bar on counter.

More candy recipes to try include chocolate truffles, peanut brittle and my rocky road candy recipe!

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Cool Whip Candy Recipe

5 from 4 votes
Recipe by: Jamielyn Nye
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes
Freezing Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 22 minutes
Servings: 12
This Cool Whip candy recipe has a light and fluffy chocolate center just like a 3 Musketeers bar! This homemade candy is easy to make in your own kitchen with just 3 ingredients.
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Ingredients 

  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips , from 11 ounce bag
  • ½ tub Cool Whip (4 ounces), thawed
  • 10 ounces Ghirardelli chocolate melting wafers , one package (milk or dark)

Instructions

  • Prepare baking dish: Line a 5×7 inch baking dish with parchment paper and set aside. Also line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • Melt chocolate chips: Place 1 cup chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl and melt in microwave at 50% power in 30 second intervals, stirring between each. When smooth and melted, allow to sit at room temperature until cooled, about 15 minutes.
  • Combine chocolate and Cool Whip: Fold the 1/2 tub of Cool Whip into the cooled chocolate chips. Stir until it's combined then pour into baking dish.
  • Freeze: Freeze for 30-60 minutes, or until hardened. Cut into 12-16 squares and place onto parchment paper lined baking sheet. Return squares to freezer for at least 30 more minutes.
  • Melt Wafers: Melt the 10 ounces of chocolate wafers according to package instructions. Stir until smooth.
  • Dip candy bars: Remove candy from freezer and dip into melted chocolate. Place on parchment paper, using a toothpick to help slide them back on. Trace the edges with a toothpick to remove excess chocolate. Store in freezer until ready to serve.

Last step: Please leave a comment and rating after you make the recipe.

Notes

Substitutions: You can use an 8 inch square pan, however the candy will be a bit thinner. 
Tip: I did these 1/2 batch at a time, keeping the rest in the freezer because they can get soft quickly.
Storage: Store Cool Whip candy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze in a freezer-safe bag for up to 1 month. Keep chilled until ready to serve, as the candy softens quickly at room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 207kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 11g, Saturated Fat: 7g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g, Trans Fat: 0.03g, Cholesterol: 4mg, Sodium: 17mg, Potassium: 78mg, Fiber: 0.4g, Sugar: 24g, Vitamin A: 50IU, Vitamin C: 0.1mg, Calcium: 44mg, Iron: 0.2mg

Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.