Festive Butterfinger Cookie Balls – Crunchy, chocolate-dipped holiday treats with creamy peanut-butterfinger filling

Festive Butterfinger Cookie Balls – Crunchy, chocolate-dipped holiday treats with creamy peanut-butterfinger filling

Festive Butterfinger Cookie Balls are the ultimate no-bake holiday treat — creamy, crunchy, chocolate-dipped, and irresistibly rich. They combine smooth peanut butter, crushed Butterfinger-style candy bits, and cookie crumbs into a soft truffle-like center, then finish with a glossy chocolate shell and festive sprinkles. These little bites are easy, freezer-friendly, perfect for cookie boxes, parties, and last-minute holiday desserts. Every ball delivers that classic Butterfinger crunch wrapped in a velvety, melt-in-your-mouth texture — a guaranteed crowd pleaser.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Servings: 20 Cookies

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

Filling

1½ cups creamy peanut butter
1 cup powdered sugar
1½ cups crushed graham cracker crumbs or vanilla cookie crumbs
1 cup crushed Butterfinger-style candy bars
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Chocolate Coating
2 cups semisweet or milk chocolate chips
1 tablespoon coconut oil or butter helps smooth coating

Decorations

Holiday sprinkles
Crushed candy bits
White chocolate drizzle optional

Equipment

Mixing bowl
Rubber spatula
Measuring cups & spoons
Baking sheet
Parchment paper
Microwave-safe bowl (or double boiler)
Cookie scoop (optional)

Method

Step 1: Prepare the filling

In a large bowl, mix peanut butter, powdered sugar, graham cracker crumbs, vanilla, and salt.
Stir in crushed Butterfinger candy until fully combined.
The mixture should hold together like soft dough.

Step 2: Roll into balls

Scoop and roll into 1-inch balls.
Place onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 3: Chill

Refrigerate 20–30 minutes (or freeze for 10 minutes).
This helps the balls keep their shape when dipping.

Step 4: Melt the chocolate

Add chocolate chips and coconut oil to a microwave-safe bowl.
Heat in 20–30 second intervals, stirring until smooth.

Step 5: Dip

Use a fork or dipping tool to coat each ball in melted chocolate.
Let excess drip off, then place back onto parchment.

Step 6: Decorate

Before the chocolate sets, add sprinkles or crushed candy.
For a decorative finish, drizzle melted white chocolate on top.

Step 7: Set

Chill 10–15 minutes or until the chocolate coating is firm.

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Freeze up to 3 months — thaw in the fridge before serving.

Keep chilled for best texture.

🥄 Variations

White Chocolate Butterfinger Balls
Dip in white chocolate for extra sweetness.

Salty Crunch Twist
Add crushed pretzels to the filling.

Extra Peanut Butter Version
Add an extra ¼ cup peanut butter for softer centers.

High-Protein Option
Add 2–3 tablespoons peanut butter powder.

Holiday Peppermint Crunch
Drizzle with peppermint white chocolate and add crushed candy cane.

❓ 10 FAQs

Can I use crunchy peanut butter?
Yes — it adds extra texture.

Can I replace Butterfinger candy?
Use any crispy peanut-butter crunch bar.

Will the filling be too soft?
If so, chill longer or add more cookie crumbs.

Can I skip coconut oil in the chocolate?
Yes — it simply helps create a smoother coating.

Can I make mini balls?
Absolutely — bite-sized is great for parties.

Can I dip them twice?
Yes — for a thicker chocolate shell.

Are they freezer-friendly?
Extremely — they freeze beautifully without texture loss.

Can I make them nut-free?
Use sunflower butter and nut-free crunch candy.

Why use graham cracker crumbs?
They bind the filling and add flavor.

Can kids help make these?
Yes — they’re perfect for family-friendly holiday baking.

🏁 Conclusion

Festive Butterfinger Cookie Balls are fun, easy, and bursting with irresistible crunchy-creamy flavor. With their smooth chocolate coating, rich peanut butter center, and holiday-ready decorations, these no-bake treats make any dessert spread feel extra special. Perfect for entertaining, gifting, or simply enjoying with a warm drink — they’re the kind of treat everyone asks for the recipe for.