Here’s a quick and easy recipe for Butterfinger Balls that are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. These no-bake treats are packed with peanut butter and crushed Butterfinger candy, coated in chocolate, and absolutely irresistible!
Butterfinger Balls Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups crushed Butterfinger candy bars (about 4-5 regular-sized bars)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups milk or semi-sweet chocolate chips (for coating)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (optional, for smooth chocolate coating)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Peanut Butter Mixture:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir well until smooth and the ingredients are fully incorporated.
2. Add the Crushed Butterfingers:
- Crush the Butterfinger candy bars into small pieces. You can do this by placing them in a plastic bag and crushing them with a rolling pin, or pulsing them in a food processor.
- Stir the crushed Butterfingers into the peanut butter mixture. The mixture should be thick and slightly sticky.
3. Form the Balls:
- Using your hands, scoop out small portions of the mixture and roll them into balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Place each ball on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
4. Coat with Chocolate:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips with the vegetable oil (if using) by microwaving in 20-30 second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth and fully melted.
5. Dip the Balls in Chocolate:
- Using a fork or toothpick, dip each peanut butter and Butterfinger ball into the melted chocolate, coating it completely. Gently tap the fork to remove any excess chocolate, then place the coated balls back on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
6. Chill and Set:
- Refrigerate the coated Butterfinger balls for at least 30 minutes, or until the chocolate has hardened.
7. Serve:
- Once the chocolate is set, serve and enjoy these delicious, no-bake Butterfinger Balls!
Tips:
- For a smoother coating: Adding vegetable oil to the chocolate helps it coat the balls more evenly and gives it a nice shine.
- Storage: Store the Butterfinger balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze them for longer storage.
- Variation: If you prefer a dark chocolate coating, swap out the milk chocolate chips for semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips.
These Butterfinger Balls are a fun, easy treat to make, and they have that signature crunchy, peanut buttery flavor everyone loves. Enjoy! 🍫