(A simple, no-bake treat that combines chocolate and peanut butter for a crispy, crunchy, and irresistible bite!)
Servings: 12-16
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups crushed Butterfinger candy bars (about 4 regular-sized bars)
- 1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips (for coating)
Instructions
- Make the Peanut Butter Mixture:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and softened butter. Use a hand mixer or a spoon to blend them until smooth and creamy.
- Add Powdered Sugar and Crushed Butterfingers:
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix until the dough starts to come together. Then, fold in the crushed Butterfinger pieces. The mixture should be thick and a little crumbly.
- Form the Balls:
- Using your hands or a spoon, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Chill the Balls:
- Place the baking sheet in the fridge and chill the balls for at least 1 hour, or until they’re firm enough to coat.
- Coat with Chocolate:
- While the peanut butter balls are chilling, melt the milk chocolate chips. You can do this in the microwave in 20-30 second intervals, stirring in between, or using a double boiler on the stovetop.
- Once the chocolate is melted, dip each peanut butter ball into the chocolate, covering it completely. Use a fork to remove the ball and allow any excess chocolate to drip off.
- Set the Chocolate Coating:
- Place the coated balls back on the parchment-lined baking sheet and allow the chocolate to set. You can refrigerate them again to speed up this process.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Once the chocolate is set, serve your Butterfinger Balls chilled. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
Do’s and Don’ts
DO:
- Use real butter and peanut butter for the best texture and flavor.
- Chill the balls before coating them to ensure the chocolate coating stays smooth and doesn’t melt the filling.
DON’T:
- Skip the chilling step! If the balls aren’t firm enough, the chocolate won’t coat them properly.
- Use too much powdered sugar. If the mixture gets too sweet or sticky, it can be harder to form balls.
Pro Tips:
- Want to change it up? Try coating the balls with white chocolate instead of milk chocolate for a fun twist.
- If you don’t want to dip the balls, you can drizzle the melted chocolate over them for a simpler presentation.
These Butterfinger Balls are the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and crunchy—and they’re so easy to make! They’re great for parties, holidays, or just satisfying a sweet tooth. 🍫🍬
