The Vegan Butterfinger Balls are a crunchy no-bake treat. This dessert contains 3 grams of protein and 205 calories per serving. Takes 55 minutes to prepare these balls. We made them with powdered sugar, vegan graham cracker crumbs, peanut butter balls, vegan butter, peanut butter, and chocolate almond bark. You may pair this dessert with banana slices, vegan cupcakes, black coffee, strawberries, vegan chai tea, coconut macaroons, or peppermint tea. Store these Vegan Butterfinger Balls in the container for seven days.
STATS:
- Total time: 55 minutes
- Course: Dessert
- Serving size: 1 ball
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
- Chilling time: 30 minutes
- Serving: 40 balls
- Calories: 205 kcal
- Preparation time: 25 minutes
- Cooking time: Nil
EQUIPMENT:
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons
- Food processor
- Baking sheet
- Microwave-safe bowl
- Fork
- Measuring cups
- Baking paper
- Small cookie scoop
- Refrigerator
INGREDIENTS:
- 16 oz powdered sugar
- 1¼ cups vegan butter, melted
- 2½ cups vegan graham cracker crumbs
- 5 crushed vegan Butterfinger-style crispy peanut-butter bars
- 1½ cups crunchy peanut butter
- 24 oz vegan chocolate almond bark
INGREDIENT NOTES:
POWDERED SUGAR:
- It gives sweetness in the filling and makes the texture smooth. This sugar blends smoothly with the ingredients and gives better results. You may use powdered coconut sugar as per your preference.
VEGAN GRAHAM CRACKER CRUMBS:
- They give structure and a light crunch to the recipe. These crumbs maintain the rich peanut butter and chocolate taste. You may use crushed vegan digestive biscuits as another choice.
VEGAN BUTTERFINGER-STYLE BARS:
- These bars give a crispy peanut butter texture to make the balls taste like Butterfinger treats. You may use a vegan crispy peanut-butter candy bar as a substitute.
CRUNCHY PEANUT BUTTER:
- It gives the main peanut taste and adds the peanut pieces throughout the filling. You may use almond butter as an alternative.
VEGAN BUTTER:
- This butter binds the dry ingredients together and gives a smooth texture to the filling. You may use refined coconut oil as another option.
VEGAN CHOCOLATE ALMOND BARK:
- It makes the smooth outer shell of the balls. This bark includes a rich chocolate taste that works nicely with the peanut butter. You may use vegan chocolate chips as a replacement.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, cover the sheet with baking paper properly.
- Then break the Butterfinger-style bars into small pieces using a food processor and leave some pieces for texture.
- Mix powdered sugar, vegan graham cracker crumbs, crushed candy bars, melted vegan butter, and peanut butter in the large bowl.
- When the mixture becomes thick, make small portions using a cookie scoop.
- Roll the portions into 1-inch-wide balls and put the balls on the sheet.
- Chill the sheet for thirty minutes, so they become easy to dip in the melted chocolate.
- Put the vegan chocolate coating in the bowl and heat in short intervals to melt well.
- Now put the balls in the melted chocolate and turn them gently, then lift them.
- Drip back the extra chocolate into the bowl and put the balls on the baking paper.
- Cool the balls at room temperature, then chill for 15 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Lastly, serve the vegan butterfinger balls when the chocolate firms.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
HOLIDAY:
- Butterfinger Balls
- Chocolate Truffles
- Sugar Cookies
- Peanut Butter Cookies
TREAT:
- Vegan Butterfinger Balls
- Fresh Strawberries
- Banana Slices
- Dairy-Free Hot Chocolate
DESSERT:
- Vegan Butterfinger Balls
- Mini Vegan Brownies
- Chocolate-Dipped Pretzels
- Vegan Cupcakes
COFFEE & TEA:
- Black Coffee
- Vegan Chai Latte
- Peppermint Tea
GIFT BOX:
- Vegan Butterfinger Balls
- Vegan Chocolate Bark
- Coconut Macaroons
- Homemade Vegan Fudge
TIPS:
- Chill the balls properly, then dip them in the chocolate to get a better coating.
- Avoid crushing the candy bars to make the fine powder; leave some pieces for the texture.
- Include crunchy peanut butter to add extra texture and a strong peanut taste in the dessert.
- Melt the chocolate slowly so the coating does not become thick or grainy.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Place the balls in the container and store for seven days.
FREEZER:
- Freeze the dessert in the vessel for three months.
FAQs:
Do we need to bake these balls?
- No, this dessert is naturally no-bake.
Can I include creamy peanut butter in this recipe?
- Yes, you may add it, as it works best with this dessert and makes the filling smooth.
What makes the balls soft?
- Chill the balls for a longer time, then dip them in the chocolate so they don’t become soft.
Can I make this dessert earlier?
- Yes, you may make the balls early and refrigerate them for several days, as you like.
How to make the balls less dry?
- You may use a small amount of peanut butter and mix again so the ingredients hold together easily.
Can I include toppings on this dessert?
- Yes, you may sprinkle freshly coated balls with crushed vegan candy bars, peanuts, or flaky sea salt.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 205 kcal
Net carbs: 24 g
Iron: 1.3 mg
Total carbs: 26 g
Vitamin A: 450 IU
Fiber: 2 g
Calcium: 25 mg
Protein: 3 g
Sodium: 105 mg
Potassium: 95 mg
