Butterfinger

Recreate the iconic Butterfinger candy bar at home with this easy and irresistible recipe! Using just five simple ingredients—candy corn, creamy peanut butter, a pinch of salt, milk chocolate chips, and a touch of coconut oil or vegetable shortening—you’ll achieve that signature crispy, flaky peanut butter center coated in a rich chocolate shell. Perfectly customizable in size, these homemade Butterfinger bars come together in just 20 minutes of active prep time and require no baking. Whether you need a fun DIY sweet treat for Halloween or a nostalgic dessert to satisfy your candy cravings, this recipe is delightfully simple and budget-friendly. Enjoy these crowd-pleasing chocolate-covered bars fresh or store them for up to two weeks—if they last that long!

Nutriscore Rating: 36/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups Candy corn
• 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 2 cups Milk chocolate chips
• 1 tablespoon Coconut oil or vegetable shortening

Directions

Step 1

Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set aside.

Step 2

In a microwave-safe bowl, add the candy corn. Heat in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until completely melted and smooth. This should take about 1 to 2 minutes.

Step 3

Immediately stir in the creamy peanut butter and salt while the candy corn is still hot. Work quickly as the mixture will stiffen as it cools. Stir until fully combined.

Step 4

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking sheet and press it into an even rectangle that's approximately 1/2 inch thick. Use a spatula or your hands (lightly greased, if necessary) to shape the candy.

Step 5

Allow the mixture to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or place it in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes to firm up.

Step 6

Once firm, cut the candy into bars or small bite-sized rectangles using a sharp knife.

Step 7

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the milk chocolate chips and coconut oil (or vegetable shortening). Melt in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth and glossy.

Step 8

Dip each candy bar piece into the melted chocolate, ensuring that it is fully coated. Use a fork to lift the bar out of the chocolate, letting excess drip off, and place it back on the lined baking sheet.

Step 9

Allow the chocolate coating to set at room temperature, or place the bars in the refrigerator to speed up the process.

Step 10

Once the chocolate is fully set, your homemade Butterfinger bars are ready to enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1132.5 grams (1132.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5260

Total Fat 260.60g	334%
Saturated Fat 114.20g	571%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 64mg	21%
Sodium 1991mg	87%
Total Carbohydrate 680.60g	247%
Dietary Fiber 14.80g	53%
Total Sugars 601.80g
Protein 91.30g	183%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 800mg	62%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 2778mg	59%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.2%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 50.1%