Butterfinger Bliss Bites: The Ultimate Sweet Treat

Preparation:

Step 1: Crush the Butterfinger Bars

Start by crushing the Butterfinger bars into small pieces. You can do this by placing the bars in a zip-top bag and gently pounding them with a rolling pin or the bottom of a pan. You want the pieces to be small but not too fine; having some larger chunks will add a nice crunch to the bites.

Step 2: Make the Peanut Butter Mixture

In a large mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter and softened butter. Use an electric mixer on medium speed to beat the mixture until it’s smooth and well-combined. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue to mix until everything is fully incorporated. The mixture should be thick but still soft enough to shape.

Step 3: Fold in the Crushed Butterfinger

Gently fold in the crushed Butterfinger pieces into the peanut butter mixture. Stir until the Butterfinger pieces are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Step 4: Shape the Bites

Using a small cookie scoop or your hands, shape the mixture into small bite-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Once all the bites are shaped, place the baking sheet in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes. This will help the bites firm up and make them easier to coat in chocolate.

Step 5: Melt the Chocolate

While the bites are chilling, melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat the chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. If you want a smoother coating, you can add the coconut oil to the chocolate and stir until it’s fully melted.

Step 6: Dip the Bites in Chocolate

Remove the chilled bites from the refrigerator. Using a fork or a dipping tool, dip each bite into the melted chocolate, making sure it’s fully coated. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off before placing the bite back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with all the bites.

Step 7: Chill and Set

Once all the bites are coated in chocolate, return the baking sheet to the refrigerator to chill for another 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is fully set.

Step 8: Serve and Enjoy

Once the chocolate has hardened, your Butterfinger Bliss Bites are ready to enjoy! Serve them on a platter at a party, give them as a homemade gift, or just keep them in the fridge for a sweet treat whenever you want.

Tips for the Perfect Butterfinger Bliss Bites:

• Use Room Temperature Ingredients: Make sure the butter and peanut butter are at room temperature before mixing. This will help them combine smoothly and create a better texture for the bites.
• Don’t Overheat the Chocolate: When melting the chocolate, be sure to heat it slowly and stir frequently. Overheating can cause the chocolate to seize and become grainy.
• Customize the Coating: If you prefer, you can use white chocolate or milk chocolate instead of semi-sweet chocolate for the coating. You can also drizzle the bites with a contrasting chocolate for a decorative touch.
• Store Properly: Keep your Butterfinger Bliss Bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They can last for up to two weeks, though they’ll probably be eaten long before that!

ENJOY IT!!