Butterfinger Balls are a sweet and crunchy no-bake treat made with crushed Butterfinger candy bars, creamy peanut butter, and chocolate. These bite-sized delights are perfect for parties, holidays, or whenever you crave a delicious combination of peanut butter and chocolate!
Butterfinger Balls
Butterfinger Balls are a sweet and crunchy no-bake treat made with crushed Butterfinger candy bars, creamy peanut butter, and chocolate. These bite-sized delights are perfect for parties, holidays, or whenever you crave a delicious combination of peanut butter and chocolate!
Ingredients
- 1cup(240g) creamy peanut butter
- 1/2cup(115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3cups(360g) powdered sugar
- 1 1/2cups(about 10 oz) crushed Butterfinger candy bars
- 12oz(340g) chocolate chips (milk, semi-sweet, or dark)
- 1 tbspcoconut oil or vegetable shortening (optional, for smooth coating)
Instructions
- Make the Peanut Butter Mixture:In a large mixing bowl, beat together the peanut butter and softened butter until smooth.Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until fully combined.Stir in the crushed Butterfinger candy bars.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the peanut butter and softened butter until smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until fully combined.
- Stir in the crushed Butterfinger candy bars.
- Form the Balls:Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.Chill in the freezer for 20-30 minutes, or until firm.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chill in the freezer for 20-30 minutes, or until firm.
- Melt the Chocolate:In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using) in 20-30 second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using) in 20-30 second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
- Coat the Butterfinger Balls:Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each ball into the melted chocolate, making sure it’s fully coated.Place the coated balls back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each ball into the melted chocolate, making sure it’s fully coated.
- Place the coated balls back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Let Set:Allow the Butterfinger Balls to set at room temperature or in the fridge until the chocolate is firm, about 30 minutes.
- Allow the Butterfinger Balls to set at room temperature or in the fridge until the chocolate is firm, about 30 minutes.
- Serve:Once set, enjoy these sweet and crunchy treats!
- Once set, enjoy these sweet and crunchy treats!
Notes
Make it crunchy:Add extra crushed Butterfinger pieces to the top of the balls before the chocolate sets.
Storage:Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months.
Make it nut-free:Use sunflower seed butter as a peanut butter alternative.
