Protein Chocolate Marshmallow Eggs

If you miss those chocolate-covered marshmallow eggs that pop up every Easter, you’re going to love this homemade version. These protein chocolate marshmallow eggs have the same fluffy center and chocolate shell, but they’re made with better-for-you ingredients like sugar-free sweetener and your favorite protein powder. They’re fun to make, great for stashing in the fridge or freezer, and a little more satisfying than the store-bought kind. Perfect for filling Easter baskets or just keeping a few to yourself in the fridge – I won’t tell!

Protein Chocolate Marshmallow Eggs Recipe

I actually never planned on making my own marshmallows, let alone protein marshmallow eggs. But then I came across Amanda Balle’s root beer marshmallow recipe on the Keto Chow website, and it totally changed my mind. Her version whipped up so light and fluffy that I immediately thought, wait, could this work inside a chocolate shell? You know, like those nostalgic Easter basket marshmallow eggs we all grew up hoarding and hiding from our siblings. Yeah, those.

Getting the texture right for keto-friendly marshmallows is usually a pain. They’re either too rubbery or they melt into goo the second you try to use them in anything. But this one? This one holds its shape, sets up beautifully, and still has that soft, airy bite. The secret is allulose. It’s the only sweetener I’ve found that gives marshmallows that slightly chewy, stretchy texture without turning weird or gritty. Honestly, if you’ve tried keto marshmallows before and weren’t impressed, this one might change your mind.

I’ve always been that person who went straight for the marshmallow eggs in the Easter basket. Forget the jelly beans, forget the foil-wrapped chocolate coins, I was all about the marshmallow center with that crackly chocolate shell. Making a version I can actually feel good about snacking on gives me so much Easter joy!

Ingredients for Protein Chocolate Marshmallow Eggs

• Gelatin – the backbone of the marshmallow texture. It creates that bouncy, fluffy consistency we’re going for. Make sure it’s unflavored and plain, nothing with added sugar or weird ingredients. Two packets are the perfect amount to make the filling firm enough to hold inside the chocolate shell but still soft when you bite into it.
• Powdered sugar-free sweetener – Allulose is the key here. It dissolves smoothly, doesn’t crystallize like erythritol, and gives the marshmallows that slight chew that makes them feel like the real thing. Powdered form works better than granular, so if you only have granular, give it a spin in a blender or food processor. If you swap it out for something else like monk fruit or erythritol, just know the texture might end up more grainy or brittle.
• Protein powder – This is what makes these marshmallow eggs more than just candy, it gives them a little staying power. I used Keto Chow because it whips up really nicely and adds a light vanilla flavor, but you can use any protein powder you like. Just make sure it’s not one of those super chalky ones. If you use an unflavored or chocolate protein, it’ll just slightly change the taste, but the texture should still work.
• Sugar-free chocolate chips – This is your shell. You want something that melts smoothly and firms up with a snap once chilled. I usually go for brands like Lily’s or ChocZero, but anything that’s low sugar and melts well will work.
• Coconut oil – Coconut oil is the trick for silky, pourable chocolate. Just a tablespoon mixed in with the chips helps everything melt faster and spread easier in the molds. Totally optional, but I recommend it if your chocolate starts looking too thick or clumpy. Bonus: it gives the shell a little extra shine.

How To Make Protein Chocolate Marshmallow Eggs

1. Melt the sugar-free chocolate chips and coconut oil in 15-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth.

2. Spoon or pipe melted chocolate into each cavity of a silicone egg mold, tilting or using a brush to coat the sides evenly. Freeze for 10-15 minutes until set.

3. Mix ½ cup water and gelatin in stand mixer bowl. Allow gelatin to bloom for a few minutes.

4. Combine ¾ cup water, powdered sugar-free sweetener, and protein powder in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until the mixture starts bubbling and the sweetener is fully dissolved.

5. Carefully pour the hot syrup into the bloomed gelatin while mixing on low speed for 5 minutes. Increase to high speed and whip for 10 minutes, until light, fluffy, and doubled in size.

6. Spoon or scoop the marshmallow mixture into each cavity, leaving a small gap at the top. Cover the marshmallow with a thin layer of melted chocolate, spreading evenly to seal the eggs completely.

7. Return the mold to the fridge or freezer for at least 30 minutes to fully set.

FAQs for Protein Chocolate Marshmallow Eggs

• Can I use a different sweetener instead of allulose? You can, but I don’t recommend it for this one. Allulose is what gives the marshmallow that soft, chewy bite. Other sweeteners like erythritol or monk fruit tend to crystallize or make the texture gritty or crumbly, especially once chilled.
• What kind of protein powder works best? Any protein powder that dissolves well and isn’t too chalky should work. I used a vanilla-flavored one for a classic marshmallow taste, but unflavored or chocolate are fine too. Just avoid anything super grainy or thick, like some collagen blends or budget powders.
• Do I need a stand mixer? A stand mixer makes this way easier, but if you’ve got a hand mixer with a decent motor and some patience, it’ll work too. Just be ready to mix for 10 to 15 minutes to get the volume and fluff.
• Can I make these without an egg-shaped mold? Totally. You can use any silicone mold you have, hearts, squares, whatever. Just make sure it’s silicone so the chocolate releases easily. You could also spread the chocolate on parchment in layers and slice them into squares once set for a more rustic look.
• How should I store these? Keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze them for longer.

I hope you get a chance to make these chocolate marshmallow eggs and enjoy them as much as I did. They’re such a fun little treat to keep in the fridge, especially around Easter. Let me know if you try them! xoxo Olivia

If you enjoyed this recipe, check out these other holiday desserts:

• 15 Fun Keto Easter Desserts Recipes Your Family Will Love
• Keto Strawberry Cream Gummies
• Keto Pecan Cookies With Cream Cheese Filling
• Easy Keto Pecan Cookie Balls Recipe
• Keto Pizzelle – Italian Cookies with Coconut Flour

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