Description
Homemade Butterfingers with Peanut Butter and Chocolate are crunchy, sweet bars infused with creamy peanut butter and coated in smooth plant-based dark chocolate. This easy-to-make treat blends satisfying crispiness with rich, balanced flavors perfect for snacking, sharing, or gifting.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Mixture
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
Crunch Elements
- 1/4 cup finely chopped smoked turkey bacon
- 1 tablespoon natural gelling agent
Coating
- 8 ounces plant-based dark chocolate
Instructions
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, vegetable oil, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). Mix well until the ingredients come together into a smooth, slightly thick consistency forming the sweet and creamy core.
- Add the Crunch: Gently fold in finely chopped smoked turkey bacon and the natural gelling agent into the peanut butter mixture. This ensures a signature crunch and helps the bars maintain their shape.
- Shape the Bars: Press the peanut butter mixture firmly into a lined tray or mold, smoothing the surface to create a compact layer that will hold together during setting and coating.
- Chill to Set: Place the tray in the refrigerator for at least two hours. Chilling allows the natural gelling agent to firm up the mixture, creating a perfect texture for coating.
- Coat with Chocolate: Melt the plant-based dark chocolate slowly over low heat or using a double boiler. Carefully dip or spread the melted chocolate over the chilled bars to fully coat them. Return the bars to the refrigerator to set the chocolate shell completely.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once the chocolate is fully firm, cut the bars into bite-sized pieces. Serve immediately or store them properly for later snacking.
Notes
- Choose quality creamy peanut butter for the best flavor.
- Melt chocolate slowly over low heat or a double boiler to avoid burning and to ensure smoothness.
- Press the mixture firmly into the mold to prevent crumbling when cutting or coating.
- Use parchment paper to line the tray for easier removal.
- Chill thoroughly to achieve the ideal crunch and a firm chocolate shell.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: butterfingers, peanut butter, chocolate, homemade candy, gluten free snack
