🍫🥜 No-Bake Butterfinger Balls
Crunchy, creamy, chocolate-dipped bites of pure joy
🌟 Introduction
No-Bake Butterfinger Balls are one of those irresistible treats that disappear almost as fast as you make them. With a creamy peanut butter base, crunchy graham cracker crumbs, and crushed Butterfinger candy folded throughout, these bite-sized desserts are dipped in smooth chocolate for a perfect finish. Best of all—no oven required! They’re ideal for holidays, parties, or quick sweet cravings when you want maximum flavor with minimal effort.
📝 Ingredients
For the Peanut Butter Filling:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup salted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ¾ cup graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup Butterfinger candy bars, crushed (about 3–4 fun-size bars)
For the Coating:
- 10 oz chocolate almond bark (or melting chocolate)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prepare the Base
In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and softened butter. Beat or mix until smooth and creamy. - Add Flavor & Sweetness
Stir in the vanilla extract and powdered sugar until fully incorporated and the mixture thickens. - Create the Crunch
Fold in the graham cracker crumbs and crushed Butterfinger pieces. Mix until evenly distributed. - Shape the Balls
Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. - Chill
Refrigerate for 30–45 minutes, or until firm. - Melt the Chocolate
Melt the almond bark according to package instructions (microwave or double boiler), stirring until smooth. - Dip & Coat
Using a fork, dip each chilled ball into the melted chocolate. Tap off excess and return to parchment paper. - Set
Allow the chocolate to harden at room temperature or refrigerate for 15 minutes.
🍬 Methods & Variations
- Extra Crunch: Add chopped peanuts or extra Butterfinger pieces on top before the chocolate sets.
- Chocolate Options: Use milk chocolate for sweetness or dark chocolate for a richer contrast.
- Holiday Twist: Sprinkle with festive sprinkles or drizzle with white chocolate.
- Healthier Swap: Use dark chocolate and reduce powdered sugar slightly.
📜 History & Inspiration
No-bake dessert balls have long been a staple in American home kitchens, especially around the holidays. Inspired by classic peanut butter balls and Buckeyes, Butterfinger Balls add a nostalgic candy-bar twist. Butterfinger itself debuted in the 1920s, becoming famous for its crispy peanut-butter center—making it a perfect addition to no-bake treats.
🧱 Formation & Texture
Each ball forms a perfect balance:
- Inside: Creamy, slightly crumbly, and crunchy
- Outside: Smooth chocolate shell with a satisfying snap
The chilling step ensures clean dipping and firm structure.
❤️ Why Dessert Lovers Adore This Recipe
- No baking required
- Simple pantry ingredients
- Sweet, salty, crunchy, and creamy all in one bite
- Perfect for gifting, cookie trays, and parties
🥰 Conclusion
No-Bake Butterfinger Balls are proof that the easiest desserts are often the most memorable. With minimal prep and bold flavor, they’re guaranteed to win over peanut butter and chocolate lovers alike. Make a batch once, and they’ll quickly become a go-to favorite for every celebration.
✨ One bite… and they’re gone!