Description
Butterfinger Balls are a decadent no-bake treat combining creamy peanut butter, buttery sweetness, and crunchy Butterfinger pieces coated in a smooth chocolate shell. These bite-sized delights are easy to make and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Mixture
- 1⅓ cups creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup salted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1½ cups Butterfinger Bits, plus more for topping (optional)
Coating
- 3 cups chocolate melting wafers
Instructions
- Cream the base ingredients: In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine the peanut butter, softened butter, and vanilla extract. Beat them together for about 30 seconds until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add powdered sugar: Sift the powdered sugar into the bowl to avoid lumps, then beat again until the mixture becomes smooth and consistent.
- Incorporate Butterfinger Bits: Gently fold the Butterfinger Bits into the mixture until evenly distributed, adding texture and flavor.
- Chill the mixture: Place the bowl in the refrigerator and let it chill for 30 minutes to firm up, making it easier to shape later.
- Form the balls: Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Using a medium cookie scoop, portion out the chilled peanut butter mixture and roll each portion into a ball. Arrange the balls on the lined cookie sheet.
- Freeze the balls: Transfer the cookie sheet to the freezer and chill the balls for 20 to 30 minutes until firm and ready for dipping.
- Melt the chocolate coating: As the balls are chilling, melt the chocolate wafers in a wide glass bowl using 30-second microwave intervals, stirring between each session until smooth and fully melted.
- Dip the balls in chocolate: Use a fork or dipping tool to coat each peanut butter ball in the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully covered, then place them back onto the parchment-lined cookie sheet.
- Add topping and set: Immediately sprinkle additional Butterfinger Bits on top of each chocolate-covered ball if desired. Allow the chocolate coating to harden at room temperature or refrigerate briefly until set.
Notes
- Using salted butter adds a slight savory balance to the sweetness; unsalted butter can be used but consider adding a pinch of salt if desired.
- For easier rolling, keep your hands cool or lightly grease them to prevent sticking.
- Chocolate melting wafers melt smoothly and harden quickly, ideal for coating candy; alternatively, use high-quality chocolate chips or couverture chocolate.
- Store the Butterfinger Balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them fresh and firm.
- Allow the chocolate to fully harden before serving to prevent melting and ensure a crisp texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Butterfinger Balls, peanut butter candy, no-bake treats, chocolate coated candies, easy dessert, holiday sweets
