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How to Make Butterfinger Balls
Step 1: Prepare the Peanut Butter Mixture
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter and powdered sugar. Stir together until smooth and well combined. The mixture should have a dough-like consistency, but it should still be soft enough to roll into balls.
- Add in the crushed Butterfinger candy bars and mix well. You should have a thick mixture that is easy to form into balls.
Step 2: Form the Butterfinger Balls
- Use your hands or a spoon to scoop out portions of the peanut butter mixture and roll them into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet or tray, ensuring they don’t touch each other.
- Once all the balls are formed, place the tray in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to chill. This will help the balls hold their shape and make them easier to dip in chocolate.
Step 3: Coat the Balls in Chocolate
- While the peanut butter balls are chilling, melt the milk chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat them in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth. If you want a thinner chocolate coating, you can add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the chocolate to make it more pourable.
- Once the peanut butter balls have chilled and firmed up, dip each one into the melted chocolate. You can use a fork or spoon to help dip and coat the balls evenly. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off before placing the coated balls back on the parchment paper.
Step 4: Chill and Enjoy
- Place the chocolate-coated Butterfinger balls back into the refrigerator for another 20-30 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden.
- Once the chocolate has set, your Butterfinger Balls are ready to enjoy! Keep them stored in an airtight container in the fridge to maintain their freshness.
Tips for the Best Butterfinger Balls
- For Extra Crunch: If you love a little extra crunch, try adding a handful of crushed peanuts or pretzels to the peanut butter mixture for added texture and flavor.
- Use a Cookie Scoop: If you want perfectly uniform balls, use a cookie scoop to portion out the peanut butter mixture.
- Try Different Chocolate: While milk chocolate is the traditional coating for Butterfinger Balls, you can experiment with dark chocolate, white chocolate, or even a combination for a different flavor twist.
- Keep Them Chilled: Since these treats are made with peanut butter and chocolate, they are best stored in the fridge. Chilling them helps them stay firm and maintain their perfect shape.
Why You’ll Keep Coming Back for More
These Butterfinger Balls are a deliciously addictive treat that combines the irresistible flavors of peanut butter, crunchy Butterfingers, and smooth chocolate into one perfect bite. They’re perfect for parties, potlucks, or as an after-dinner snack. The best part? They’re so easy to make, and you can enjoy the homemade version of a candy classic without any special equipment or hard-to-find ingredients.
Once you try these sweet, salty, and crunchy balls of goodness, you’ll be hooked, and they’ll definitely become a favorite in your dessert rotation!
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