These Butterfinger Balls are an easy no-bake dessert made with simple ingredients. Creamy, crunchy, and perfect for parties, gifting, or quick sweet treats.
Fans of Butterfinger candy bars will go crazy over this new recipe for Butterfinger Balls. It is the perfect size for a treat any time of day. Serve these for a quick snack, party or tailgating. You won’t be disappointed.
Butterfinger balls are a rich, no-bake treat that combines creamy peanut butter with crunchy candy pieces for the perfect sweet and salty bite. Quick to prepare and made with simple ingredients, these bite-sized desserts are perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime you need an easy crowd-pleasing treat.
If you love the flavor of butterfingers, I also have been making Butterfinger Pie Recipe, Butterfinger Cookies and Butterfinger Cupcakes for years. If I can fit them in my crazy schedule, anyone can! They are so easy along with Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Balls.
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Why We Love This Recipe
- No-bake simplicity: Comes together quickly without needing an oven, making it perfect for any time of year.
- Perfect texture balance: Creamy peanut butter pairs with crunchy candy pieces for a satisfying bite.
- Simple ingredients: Made with pantry staples and minimal prep.
- Great for crowds: Easy to make in large batches for parties, holidays, or gifting.
- Customizable: Can be coated in chocolate, rolled in toppings, or adjusted to your taste.
Ingredients
- Peanut butter: Use creamy peanut butter for a smooth, rich base.
- Butter: Softened butter blends easily and adds richness to the mixture.
- Vanilla: Adds depth of flavor; use pure vanilla extract for best results.
- Powdered sugar: Sweetens and helps bind the mixture into a dough-like consistency.
- Crushed Butterfinger bars: Provide the signature crunchy texture and caramelized peanut flavor.
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips: Perfect for coating, adding a rich chocolate layer that balances the sweetness.
- Coconut oil or vegetable oil: Helps melt the chocolate smoothly and creates a glossy finish when coating.
Variations
- Melting Wafers. You can use melting wafers in place of the chocolate chips in this recipe.
- Candy. Substitute other types of candy for the Butterfinger.
- Toppings. Add sprinkles to match any occasion or holiday. Graham cracker crumbs also taste and look great.
Step By Step Instructions
Step 1. Mix together the peanut butter, butter and vanilla in a large bowl with a mixer on medium until fluffy. Gradually add in powdered sugar until incorporated.
Step 2. Next, add the crushed butterfinger pieces. Don’t forget to save some for the topping. Then chill the peanut butter mixture for 30 minutes.
Step 3. Form the dough mixture into balls and place on a parchment lined pan. I used a cookie scoop. Refrigerate mixture for 30 minutes.
Step 4. Combine chocolate chips and oil in a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 1 minute and stir. Continue microwaving in 30 second intervals just until melted.
Step 5. Next, use a fork or toothpick to dip each ball into the melted chocolate. Remove excess chocolate.
Step 6. Return to the parchment paper lined baking sheet. Top with the reserved Butterfinger bits. Continue this process until all the balls are coated with the chocolate. Allow to set.
Storage
At room temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days if your kitchen is cool.
Refrigerated: Keep in the refrigerator for up to 1 week for best freshness and texture.
Freezing: Place in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator or at room temperature before serving.
Pro Tips
- Use regular peanut butter: Avoid natural peanut butter, as the oil separation can prevent the mixture from holding together properly.
- Remove excess chocolate: After dipping, gently tap off extra chocolate so it doesn’t pool at the bottom.
- Crush candy evenly: Use a food processor for fine, even crumbs, or place candy bars in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin.
- Chill before dipping: Refrigerate the balls before coating to help them hold their shape and make dipping easier.
- Use a fork or dipping tool: This helps coat evenly and allows excess chocolate to drip off smoothly.
- Work in batches: Keep some balls in the fridge while dipping others so they stay firm.
- Line your tray: Use parchment or wax paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup
FAQs
Yes, I like to layer wax paper in between the Butterfinger balls. This will prevent them from sticking.
This recipe is freezer friendly. Place in a freezer bag or container. Freeze up to 5 to 6 months. When ready to eat, thaw overnight in the fridge or at room temperature for 30 minutes.
I do not recommend using all natural peanut butter. Regular creamy peanut butter (not crunchy peanut butter) is best. Natural peanut butter has a lot of oil that will not result in the same texture.
If the balls sit out longer than suggested, they can start to sweat. This will make the chocolate slide off.
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Butterfinger Balls
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups peanut butter
- ½ cup butter softened
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- 2 cups Powdered Sugar
- 1 cup Crushed Butterfinger Bars
- 3 cups chocolate chips semi-sweet
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable oil
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Instructions
- Combine peanut butter, butter and vanilla with a mixer on medium until fluffy.
- Mix in powdered sugar a little bit at a time until incorporated.
- Stir in the crushed butterfinger bars (reserve some for topping). Chill mixture for 30 minutes.
- Roll into balls and place on a parchment lined pan. Chill mixture for 30 minutes.
- Combine chocolate chips and oil in a small bowl. Microwave at 50% power for 1 minute. Stir and continue microwaving in 30 second increments just until melted.
- Using a fork to dip each ball into chocolate to completely coat. Shake off excess and return to the pan and top with the reserved crushed butterfinger bars.
- Continue this process until all the balls are coated with the chocolate.
- Allow the chocolate to set at room temperature.
- Then the butterfinger balls are ready to serve and enjoy!
