Description
Butterfinger Balls are a no-bake dessert made with creamy peanut butter, crushed Butterfinger candy, and a smooth chocolate coating—perfect for parties, gifts, or anytime snacking.
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups crushed Butterfinger candy bars
- 2 cups chocolate chips or melting chocolate
- 1 tbsp coconut oil or shortening (optional, for smoother coating)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter and peanut butter until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually mix in powdered sugar until a thick dough forms.
- Stir in crushed Butterfinger pieces until evenly incorporated.
- Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill in the fridge or freezer for about 30 minutes until firm.
- Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth. Add coconut oil for smoother coating if desired.
- Dip each chilled ball into the melted chocolate, let excess drip off, and return to the baking sheet.
- Chill again until chocolate is set.
Notes
- Roll coated balls in extra crushed Butterfinger or drizzle with white chocolate for decoration.
- Sprinkle flaky sea salt before chocolate sets for a salty-sweet finish.
- Use dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
- Best stored in the fridge or freezer in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
