Here’s a quick and irresistible no-bake treat: Butterfinger Balls! These bite-sized candies are made with creamy peanut butter, crushed Butterfinger candy, and a chocolate coating — like truffles with a crunchy twist. Perfect for holidays, parties, or just satisfying your sweet tooth.
🍬 Butterfinger Balls (No-Bake)
🍽 Yields: About 24–30 balls
⏱ Total Time: 20 minutes + chilling
✅ Kid-friendly | Make-ahead | Freezer-friendly
🛒 Ingredients:
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1 cup creamy peanut butter
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½ cup powdered sugar
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1 cup crushed Butterfinger candy bars (about 3 regular bars)
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2 cups chocolate chips (milk or semi-sweet)
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1 tbsp coconut oil or butter (for smoother melting)
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Optional garnish: extra crushed Butterfinger or a drizzle of white chocolate
👨🍳 Instructions:
1. Crush the Butterfingers:
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Place candy bars in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin, or pulse in a food processor. You want small chunks and crumbs, not powder.
2. Mix the filling:
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In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, powdered sugar, and crushed Butterfingers.
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Stir until fully blended and a dough forms.
3. Form the balls:
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Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll into balls.
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Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Chill in the freezer for 15–20 minutes to firm up.
4. Melt the chocolate:
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In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
5. Dip & coat:
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Using a fork or toothpick, dip each ball into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off.
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Place back on parchment paper.
6. Decorate (optional):
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While still wet, sprinkle with more crushed Butterfinger or drizzle with contrasting chocolate.
7. Chill to set:
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Refrigerate for about 30 minutes, or until chocolate is firm.
✅ Storage:
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Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 2 months.
🔄 Variations:
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Use almond butter or Nutella instead of peanut butter.
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Roll in crushed peanuts or sprinkles instead of dipping.
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Make Butterfinger bars by pressing the mixture into a pan and slicing instead of rolling into balls.
Want a lower sugar or protein-packed version? I can help with that too!
