Butterfinger Balls
Easy no-bake Butterfinger balls are made with crushed candy bars and graham crackers then dipped in chocolate. A delicious truffle for dessert trays or gifting!
Ingredients
- ¾ cup creamy peanut butter , not the all natural type
- ¼ cup butter
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 4 sheets graham cracker , about 3/4 cup
- ½ cup butterfinger baking bits
- 2 cups chocolate melting wafers
Crushed butterfingers, flaked sea salt or sprinkle for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix butter and peanut butter: In a medium sized bowl, combine 3/4 cup peanut butter and 1/4 cup butter using an electric mixer on medium speed, until smooth. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla and pinch of salt and mix until well combined.
- Add powdered sugar: Slowly add 1 cup powdered sugar, scraping down the sides, as needed.
- Crush graham crackers: In a zip top bag, add 4 sheets of graham crackers. Close the top and crush with a rolling pin until they are pea sized pieces.
- Fold in: Gently fold in graham cracker crumbs and 1/2 cup butterfinger baking bits.
- Make balls: Use a medium sized cookie scoop or a tablespoon to scoop out the dough. Roll into balls and place on prepared baking sheet.
- Freeze: Place the baking sheet in the freezer for 30 minutes.
- Melt chocolate: Melt the chocolate wafers in the microwave on 50% power for 30 seconds. Stir and continue in 15 second increments until smooth and melted.
- Dip balls: Using a fork, dip each ball into the chocolate and place back on the baking sheet. Sprinkle and garnishes on top while the chocolate is still wet.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Freeze up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator.
I used Jif creamy natural, but skippy works good too. Avoid a 100% natural peanut butter, as it will separate too much.
Nutrition
Calories: 237kcal, Carbohydrates: 31g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 12g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 7mg, Sodium: 228mg, Potassium: 120mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 18g, Vitamin A: 74IU, Calcium: 17mg, Iron: 1mg
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
