Step 4: Form the Balls
Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball with your hands. Place the formed balls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Continue until all the mixture is used. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up—this makes dipping easier.
Step 5: Prepare the Chocolate Coating
While the balls chill, melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between. Add a little vegetable oil if you want a smoother, shinier coating.
Step 6: Dip the Balls
Using a fork or a toothpick, dip each chilled ball into the melted chocolate, fully coating it. Allow excess chocolate to drip off, then place it back on the parchment paper. For a decorative touch, drizzle a little extra chocolate on top before it sets.
Step 7: Set and Serve
Refrigerate the chocolate-coated balls for another 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is firm. Once set, serve them chilled or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator—they’ll keep for up to 2 weeks (if you can resist them that long!).
Tips for Perfect Butterfinger Balls
- Crushing Candy Bars: Keep some chunks for texture; fully pulverized candy can make the balls too dense.
- Peanut Butter: Creamy gives smoothness, but natural peanut butter works if you like a slightly grainy texture.
- Chocolate Coating: Tempering chocolate is optional, but it gives a glossy finish and a nice snap.
- Rolling Tips: Lightly oiling your hands prevents the mixture from sticking.
Variations to Try
- Mini Butterfinger Balls: Make smaller, bite-sized versions for parties or lunchbox treats.
- Nutty Surprise: Add chopped peanuts for extra crunch.
- Double Chocolate: Mix cocoa powder into the peanut butter base for a chocolatey twist.
Butterfinger Balls are the perfect combination of creamy, crunchy, and chocolatey goodness—all in one bite. They’re deceptively easy to make, yet decadent enough to impress friends and family. Once you try them, these little treats will quickly become a favorite indulgence in your dessert rotation.
If you want, I can also make a quick visual step-by-step guide with pictures for each stage, so you can follow it easily while making them.
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