Description
Calling all chocolate and peanut butter lovers! These Butterfinger Balls are a heavenly treat that combines the crunchy, peanut buttery goodness of Butterfinger candy bars with creamy chocolate. Perfect for parties, gifts, or just because you deserve a sweet treat! 😍
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups crushed Butterfinger candy bars (about 16 fun-sized bars)
- 8 oz. cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp optional vegetable shortening for smoother dipping
- Optional: Butterfinger or chocolate sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a spacious bowl, mix together the crushed Butterfinger candy bars and cream cheese until well combined.
- Form Balls: Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Melt Chocolate: Follow the package instructions to melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips. If using, add the vegetable shortening for a smoother consistency.
- Dip Balls: Take the chilled balls from the refrigerator and dip them into the melted chocolate, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Set and Enjoy: Arrange the coated balls on parchment or wax paper and allow them to sit until the chocolate has set. Optionally, decorate with sprinkles before the chocolate sets.
Notes
- Ensure the candy bars are finely crushed for a consistent texture.
- Refrigerate the shaped balls for 30 minutes to make dipping easier.
- Adding sprinkles can enhance the visual appeal of your Butterfinger Balls.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Butterfinger Ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg