Description

Butterfinger Balls are a delightful no-bake treat combining creamy peanut butter, crushed Butterfinger bars, graham cracker crumbs, and sweet powdered sugar, all coated in luscious melted chocolate. These bite-sized balls offer a perfect balance of crunchy and creamy textures with a rich chocolate coating, making them an ideal festive dessert or party snack.

Ingredients

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For the Dough

4 tablespoons softened butter (½ stick)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup peanut butter (avoid all-natural varieties)
1 cup powdered sugar
¾ cup graham cracker crumbs
½ cup crushed Butterfinger bars

For Coating and Garnish

8 ounces chocolate bark or chocolate chips
Optional garnishes: additional crushed Butterfinger bars, festive sprinkles, or coarse sea salt

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Instructions

Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and softened butter. Use an electric or stand mixer set to medium speed and blend until the mixture is creamy and uniform.
Add Aromatic Notes: Incorporate the vanilla extract and blend thoroughly to combine all flavors evenly.
Sweeten the Deal: Gradually add the powdered sugar in increments while blending at a low speed. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure even mixing and a smooth dough.
Crunch Time: Gently fold in the graham cracker crumbs and crushed Butterfinger bars to add texture and crunch to the dough.
Shape ’em Up: Line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper. Scoop out approximately 1 to 1½ tablespoons of the dough, roll into neat balls, and place them evenly spaced on the cookie sheet.
Chilling Phase: Freeze the dough balls on the sheet for about 30 minutes or until they are completely firm for easy dipping.
Melting the Chocolate: Once the dough balls are chilled, melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl by heating in 30-second intervals at 50% power, stirring between each to avoid overheating. Leave some lumps which will meld as you stir.
Coat and Decorate: Dip each chilled ball into the melted chocolate to coat fully or partially, depending on preference. Optionally, sprinkle with crushed Butterfinger bars, sprinkles, or flaky sea salt immediately after dipping.
The Grand Finale: Place the coated balls back onto the parchment and let the chocolate set completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator before serving.

Notes

Store Butterfinger Balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week to maintain freshness.
Use traditional peanut butter brands such as Jif or Skippy, as all-natural options may be too oily and affect the texture.
Chocolate bark is preferred for a smoother coating, but a mix with chocolate chips or tempered chocolate chips can also be used.
For melting chocolate, a double boiler may be used as an alternative to microwave heating for better temperature control.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 ball
Calories: 150
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 100mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 10mg