Description
Delicious, peanut buttery, and incredibly easy to make, Butterfinger Balls are the no-bake treat your dessert menu has been waiting for! With a creamy peanut butter base, crispy Butterfinger crunch, and chocolatey coating, this dessert is a fun way to elevate the nostalgic flavor of Butterfinger candy bars into an elegant treat. Perfect for parties, holidays, or a simple indulgence at home!
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup Peanut Butter (smooth or crunchy)
- 10–12 small bars (about 2½ cups crushed) Butterfinger Candy Bars
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar (sifted for a smoother base)
- 4 oz Cream Cheese (softened)
- 1½ cups Milk Chocolate Chips (or substitute with dark or white chocolate)
- 1 tbsp Coconut Oil (for a glossy chocolate coating)
Instructions
- Crush the Butterfinger Bars – Place Butterfinger bars in a resealable bag and crush them into small pieces using a rolling pin or food processor.
- Mix the Base Ingredients – In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, peanut butter, and powdered sugar. Mix until smooth, then fold in crushed Butterfinger pieces.
- Form the Balls – Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll them into balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill the Balls – Refrigerate for 30 minutes to help them firm up.
- Melt the Chocolate – In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in 15–20 second intervals, stirring between each until smooth.
- Coat the Balls – Dip each ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring full coverage. Let excess chocolate drip before placing them back on the parchment paper.
- Chill Again – Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes until the chocolate is fully set.
- Serve & Enjoy – Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Notes
- Use room-temperature cream cheese and peanut butter for easier mixing.
- Chill before rolling and dipping for better results.
- Experiment with different chocolate coatings (semi-sweet, dark, white).
- Add crunch by mixing in graham cracker crumbs or Rice Krispies.
- For festive treats, top with sprinkles or shape them into seasonal designs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert, No-Bake Treats
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: ~150 kcal
- Sugar: ~12g
- Sodium: ~50mg
- Fat: ~9g
- Saturated Fat: ~4g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~16g
- Fiber: ~1g
- Protein: ~2g
- Cholesterol: ~5mg