Here’s a fun and indulgent recipe for Butterfinger Balls — sweet, crunchy, peanut buttery bites coated in chocolate. Perfect for parties, snacks, or anytime you want a delicious treat!
🍬 Butterfinger Balls
Makes: ~24 balls | Prep Time: 15 min | Chill Time: 1 hour
🧂 Ingredients:
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2 cups crushed Butterfinger candy bars (about 4 full-size bars)
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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2 cups powdered sugar
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12 oz semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips (for coating)
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Optional: 1 tbsp butter or shortening (for smoother chocolate coating)
🔪 Instructions:
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Crush Butterfingers:
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Place candy bars in a plastic bag and crush finely using a rolling pin or pulse in a food processor.
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Mix:
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In a bowl, combine crushed Butterfinger pieces and softened cream cheese until well blended.
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Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until dough forms a firm, moldable ball.
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Shape Balls:
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Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Chill:
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Refrigerate the balls for at least 1 hour until firm.
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Melt Chocolate:
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Melt chocolate chips (and butter/shortening if using) in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
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Coat Balls:
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Using a fork or toothpick, dip each ball into melted chocolate to coat completely.
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Return to parchment paper.
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Set:
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Chill again until chocolate is firm (about 30 minutes).
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🍽️ Tips:
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Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
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For extra flair, drizzle with white chocolate or sprinkle with crushed Butterfinger pieces before chocolate sets.
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Use peanut butter cups or other candy bars for variations.