Ez Butterfingers
Satisfy your sweet tooth with Ez Butterfingers, a simple homemade candy recipe that’s quick, fun, and utterly irresistible! With just four ingredients—candy corn, creamy peanut butter, milk chocolate chips, and optional coconut oil—this treat comes together in under 20 minutes, making it perfect for last-minute dessert cravings or festive gift-giving. The unique combination of melted candy corn and peanut butter creates a delightfully crunchy center, reminiscent of classic Butterfingers, while a smooth milk chocolate coating takes each bite to the next level. Whether you’re prepping snacks for a Halloween gathering or indulging in a DIY candy-making adventure, this recipe is as easy as it is delicious. Perfectly portioned into snack-sized pieces, they’re ideal for sharing—or keeping all to yourself.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup candy corn
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil (optional, for smooth melting)
Instructions
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set it aside.
In a microwave-safe bowl, add the candy corn. Heat in the microwave in 30-second intervals on high, stirring after each interval, until the candy corn is completely melted and smooth (about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes total).
Quickly stir the creamy peanut butter into the melted candy corn while it is still hot. Mix until the two are fully combined, forming a slightly thick but cohesive mixture.
Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it into a flat layer about 1/4 inch thick. Let it cool at room temperature or in the refrigerator until it firms up, about 10–15 minutes.
Once firm, cut or break the mixture into small rectangular or bite-sized pieces to resemble traditional Butterfingers.
In another microwave-safe bowl, melt the milk chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using) in 20-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted.
Dip each piece of the peanut butter mixture into the melted chocolate, coating it completely. Use a fork to lift each piece out, allowing excess chocolate to drip off, and place it back onto the lined baking sheet.
Allow the chocolate coating to set at room temperature or in the refrigerator until hardened, about 10–15 minutes.
Once the chocolate is firm, your Ez Butterfingers are ready to enjoy! Store them in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3312 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 187.1 g | 240% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.1 g | 330% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 32 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 1219 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 366.2 g | 133% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 312.0 g | ||
| Protein | 75.3 g | 151% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 474 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2130 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
