Description
Butterfinger Balls are an easy no-bake dessert combining creamy peanut butter, crushed graham crackers, and iconic Butterfinger candy, all wrapped in a rich chocolate coating. Perfect for holidays, parties, or simple snacking, these sweet bites are fun, fast, and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons softened butter (½ stick)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces chocolate bark or chocolate chips
- ½ cup Butterfinger bars, crushed
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup peanut butter (avoid all-natural varieties)
- ¾ cup graham cracker crumbs
- Optional garnishes: extra crushed Butterfinger, festive sprinkles, flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Mix the Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine peanut butter and softened butter. Use an electric mixer at medium speed to blend until smooth and creamy.
- Add Flavor and Sweetness: Add vanilla extract and continue mixing to infuse flavor. Gradually add powdered sugar, blending on low speed and scraping down the sides until fully incorporated.
- Create Texture: Gently fold in graham cracker crumbs and crushed Butterfinger bars using a spatula. The mixture should be thick but pliable and easy to shape.
- Form the Balls: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop about a tablespoon of dough and roll it into a smooth ball with your hands. Place the balls evenly spaced on the sheet.
- Freeze for Firmness: Transfer the tray to the freezer and chill for about 30 minutes or until the balls are fully firm. This helps them stay intact during the chocolate coating process.
- Melt the Chocolate: Place the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals at 50% power, stirring between each session. Stop when small lumps remain; they will melt as you stir.
- Coat in Chocolate: Dip each chilled ball into the melted chocolate, using a fork or skewer. Let the excess chocolate drip off, then place the coated balls back onto the parchment-lined sheet.
- Add Garnishes: While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle extra Butterfinger crumbs, festive sprinkles, or flaky salt on top for added flavor and presentation.
- Let Set and Serve: Allow the chocolate to fully set at room temperature or refrigerate for quicker results. Once firm, they’re ready to enjoy or store.
Notes
- For best results, avoid natural peanut butter as it can separate and affect texture. Chocolate bark melts more smoothly than chips, but a mix of both works fine. If your mixture is too sticky, add a bit more graham cracker crumb. Use a double boiler instead of a microwave if preferred.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg