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Butterfinger Balls Recipe

Butterfinger Balls Recipe

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  • Author: Mary
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 24 balls 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Butterfinger Balls are a delightful no-bake dessert featuring a creamy mixture of crushed Nutter Butter cookies, cream cheese, and Butterfinger candy bars, all coated in smooth melted chocolate and topped with extra candy crunch. Perfect for parties or a sweet treat, these bite-sized truffles combine rich chocolate and crunchy candy for a deliciously indulgent flavor.


Ingredients

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Base Mixture

  • 1 (16 oz) package Nutter Butter cookies, crushed
  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup crushed Butterfinger candy bars

Coating

  • 12 oz semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening (optional, for smoother chocolate)

Topping (Optional)

  • Additional crushed Butterfinger candy bars for topping


Instructions

  1. Prepare the Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed Nutter Butter cookies, softened cream cheese, and crushed Butterfinger candy bars. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
  2. Form the Balls: Roll the mixture into 1-inch diameter balls using your hands. Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced to avoid sticking.
  3. Chill the Balls: Refrigerate or freeze the rolled balls for at least 30 minutes, or until they become firm enough to handle for dipping.
  4. Melt the Chocolate: While chilling, melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl by heating in 30-second intervals. Stir well between each interval until the chocolate melts completely and becomes smooth. Stir in coconut oil or shortening if using, to achieve a glossy finish.
  5. Dip the Balls: Using a fork or dipping tool, coat each chilled ball completely with the melted chocolate. Place the coated balls back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Add Topping: Immediately sprinkle additional crushed Butterfinger candy bars over the chocolate-coated balls for an extra crunch and decorative touch, if desired.
  7. Final Chill: Return the coated balls to the refrigerator to chill again until the chocolate coating is fully set.
  8. Serve: Once set, serve the Butterfinger Balls chilled or at room temperature for a delicious and easy sweet snack.

Notes

  • Store the Butterfinger Balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • For longer storage, you can freeze the balls for several weeks.
  • You may substitute Nutter Butter cookies with graham crackers or Oreos to experiment with different flavor bases.
  • If coconut oil or shortening is not available, the chocolate can be melted and used without it, though texture may vary slightly.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ball
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 85mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 17g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg