Description
Butterfinger Balls are a quick and easy no-bake treat that combines creamy peanut butter, sweet powdered sugar, crunchy graham crackers, and crushed Butterfinger bars, all coated in a smooth chocolate shell. Perfect for holiday parties or simple indulgent snacks, these bite-sized delights offer a delicious mix of textures and flavors with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup peanut butter (avoid all-natural varieties that separate)
Mix-ins
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup crushed Butterfinger bars
Coating
- 8 ounces chocolate bark or chocolate chips
Optional Toppings
- Extra crushed Butterfinger bars
- Festive sprinkles
- Coarse sea salt
Instructions
- Mix the Base: In a large bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream together the peanut butter and softened butter until smooth. Add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- Add Sweetness and Crunch: Gradually mix in the powdered sugar at low speed, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed. Fold in graham cracker crumbs and crushed Butterfingers until the mixture is evenly combined.
- Form the Balls: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop about 1 to 1½ tablespoons of the dough and roll into balls. Place them spaced apart on the sheet.
- Chill to Set: Freeze the formed balls for 30 minutes or until completely firm.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate bark or chips in 30-second intervals at 50% power, stirring between bursts until smooth. Be careful not to overheat.
- Dip and Decorate: Dip each chilled ball in the melted chocolate—either fully or halfway. Immediately top with additional crushed Butterfingers, sea salt, or sprinkles before the chocolate sets.
- Let Them Set: Allow the chocolate coating to harden completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- Use regular peanut butter (like Jif or Skippy) for best consistency.
- For a deeper chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate chips or bark.
- These freeze beautifully—great for make-ahead treats during holidays or special occasions.
- Try dipping only halfway for a two-tone look or drizzle extra chocolate over the tops once set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
