The Anti-Inflammatory High-Protein Musketeer Candy has a deliciously rich and chocolatey flavor. We prepare these soft protein candies with protein powder, peanut butter, almond milk, cocoa powder, coconut flour, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, dark chocolate, coconut oil, and vanilla. These soft protein candies have a soft, satisfying protein center covered with a smooth chocolate coating. Each candy has about 145 calories, 5 g of net carbs, and 9 g of protein. The Anti-Inflammatory High-Protein Musketeer Candy is perfect for healthy snacks, post-workout treats, afternoon cravings, meal prep, and low-carb dessert options. You can serve these soft protein candies with Greek Yogurt, Fresh Berries, Chia Pudding, Cottage Cheese Bowl, or Almonds.
STATS:
- Course: Dessert, Snack
- Calories: 145 kcal
- Diet: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Portion Size: 1 candy
- Cooking Mode: No-Bake
- Total Servings: 12
- Difficulty: Easy
- Total Time: 25 minutes + chilling
TOOLS:
- Bowl
- Loaf pan
- Baking paper
- Spatula
- Saucepan
- Knife
INGREDIENTS:
PROTEIN CENTER:
- 1 cup protein powder
- ½ cup peanut butter
- Three tbsp. almond milk
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp coconut flour
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- Two tbsp. maple syrup
- ¼ tsp ginger
- â…› tsp turmeric
- â…› tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Sea salt
CHOCOLATE COATING:
- Dark chocolate, 1½ cups
- One tbsp. coconut oil
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Sea salt
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
PROTEIN POWDER:
- Use whey, casein, or plant-based protein powder. Choose vanilla or chocolate depending on your preferred flavor.
PEANUT BUTTER:
- Use peanut butter to create a creamy and rich center. As a different choice, you may utilize almond butter or cashew butter.
ALMOND MILK:
- Use unsweetened almond milk to provide moisture. As further option, we might use unsweetened coconut milk.
COCONUT FLOUR:
- Use coconut flour to help firm the protein center. As another option, use a small amount of almond flour.
TURMERIC:
- Use turmeric for its warm flavor and anti-inflammatory-focused profile. It can be omitted if preferred.
DARK CHOCOLATE:
- Use dark chocolate for a rich chocolate coating. Sugar-free chocolate can be used for a lower-carb version.
COCONUT OIL:
- Use coconut oil to make the chocolate coating smooth. As another option, use cacao butter.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Stir the salt, protein powder, black pepper, cocoa powder, turmeric, coconut flour, ginger, and cinnamon
- Include vanilla, peanut butter, maple syrup, and almond milk.
- Whisk till a thick dough is prepared.
- Blend the mixture in a covered pan and refrigerate for almost thirty minutes.
- Make twelve pieces of the chilled mixture by cutting.
- Heat the chocolate with coconut oil.
- We dip all the pieces into the heated chocolate.
- Put the candies on baking paper and chill for almost twenty minutes.
- Serve this candy refrigerated.
TIPS:
- Include almond milk gently to avoid the mixture from getting extra soft.
- Refrigerate the protein center perfectly and then coat it.
- We utilize dark chocolate to get a lower-sugar option and richer flavor.
- Include a little additional protein powder if the mixture gets sticky.
- Refrigerate the finished candies for a perfect texture.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
PROTEIN & BREAKFAST DISHES:
- Greek Yogurt
- Chia Pudding
- Protein Pancakes
- Cottage Cheese Bowl
HEALTHY SNACKS:
- Fresh Berries
- Apple Slices
- Almonds
- Greek Yogurt
DESSERTS:
- Protein Mousse
- Berry Yogurt Bark
- Chia Pudding
- Fresh Strawberries
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put the candies in an airtight box and refrigerate for nearly 7 days.
FREEZER:
- Store the candies for approxiimately 1 to 2 months.
FAQs:
Will we use plant-based protein powder?
- Yes, you can use plant-based protein powder; include a little additional almond milk if the mixture becomes dry.
Could we omit the turmeric?
- Yes, you can skip the turmeric, although it is included to improve the anti-inflammatory theme.
Why does the protein mixture become extra soft?
- Include a little coconut flour or protein powder and refrigerate it till firm.
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 145 kcal
Sodium: 105 mg
Net Carbs: 5 g
Fiber: 3 g
Sugar: 2 g
Fats: 9 g
Proteins: 9 g
Total Carbs: 8 g
