Butterfinger Bites
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4.7
Butterfinger Bites
Description
To make Butterfinger Bites, Oreo cookies are processed until finely ground. Cream cheese is mixed into the crumbs to create a pliable dough base. Butterfinger baking bits are gently folded in to distribute their crisp peanut butter candy throughout. Shaped into small scoops and chilled, the bites are then dipped in melted chocolate candy melts, which harden into a smooth shell when cooled. Additional Butterfinger bits are sprinkled on top before the chocolate sets for garnish and added texture.
This method produces a rich, creamy center with crunchy candy bites all encased in a chocolate coating. The contrast between the Oreo cream cheese center and the chocolate shell balances sweetness and texture. Handling the mixture gently preserves the candy pieces and ensures the bites hold their shape. Using candy melts provides a smooth, shiny finish that hardens without tempering chocolate.
These bites are convenient to prepare ahead and store in the refrigerator, making them suitable for parties or gift boxes. They offer a sweet combination of familiar treats in a bite-sized form.
Ingredients
- 24 Oreo cookies
- 4 ounces cream cheese room temperature
- 1 1/2 tablespoons butterfinger baking bits
- 1 3/4 cups chocolate candy melts
- 2 tablespoons butterfinger baking bits for garnish
Instructions
- In a food processor, add in the Oreos and pulse until the cookies are a crumb.
- Once you have a fine crumb, add in the cream cheese. Pulse until a ball forms.
- Add in the butterfinger baking bits and pulse about 5 times to get the bits mixed in. You can also use a spatula and press in if you don’t want your bits cut up at all. There will still be chunks when you pulse it together.
- Scoop the cookie mixture out using a small cookie scoop. Place on a parchment lined baking sheet.
- In a double boiler, add the chocolate candy melts. Stir occasionally until the candy melts are smooth and shiny. If you don’t have a double boiler, add a heat-proof glass bowl on top of a saucepan with about an inch of water in it. Place over medium/low heat and let the water simmer underneath. Make sure the water isn’t touching the bowl.
- Dip the bites in the candy melts using a fork. Place back onto the parchment paper to dry. I use a skewer to push the balls off the fork.
- Sprinkle some of the baking bits on top of the candy melts before they dry. It won’t take long for the shell to dry!
- Repeat with all the butterfinger bites. Store in the fridge!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 17bites
Amount Per Serving
Calories 154 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 154kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 110mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 45mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 90IU | 2% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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