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This homemade butterfingerbonbons recipe is a crowd pleasing favorite. With just three ingredients, you’ll be surprised just how easy they are to make.
I love to share baked goods and sweet homemade treats during the holidays. They make beautiful gifts and can be easily packaged and shared with plenty of family and friends throughout the season. So here at the Smith House, it’s all aboutTruffles and Bonbons!
Before making these recipes,I had never made any truffles or bonbons. I LOVE to eat them, and I certainly enjoy the ones I’ve purchased or received from others in years gone by. But for some reason, I was a little afraid of making my own.
For one, they’re both made with chocolate–which can be finicky and hard to deal with. And two, they look complicated. I mean, seriously, I’d consider some of the beautiful truffles and bonbons I’ve seen in magazines as artwork on a plate.
But I’m happy to say that I took the plunge and went for it. And with the help from my friendly neighbors at Chocoley, I was able to easily create some beautiful and delicious desserts.
Truffle and Bonbon Basics
Since I’d never made them, I was a little skeptical about my bonbon abilities. So I first decided to study Chocoley’s website a bit, toarm myself with a few of theirtruffle and bonbon basics, and figure out just what I’d need to create the type of treats I was aiming for.
The secret? It’sthechocolate. Bada Bing Bada Boom Dipping and Coating Formularequires no tempering. It’s super easy to melt andleavesthe smooth finish I was trying to create.
Here’s the lowdown on the tools and other extras I used for my bonbons. Believe me. The tools are necessary and make the whole process way easier.So if you plan on making a variety of bonbons or truffles for the holidays, then I suggest you grab these tools to keep on hand.
3 Piece Dipping Tool SetI love these little gadgets. Not only do they keep you from making a big mess of melted chocolate everywhere, they also secure the bonbons so that dipping is easy and results in a smooth finish.
Quick-Read ThermometerAny time you work with making candy you need a good thermometer. I like this one.
Double Boiler InsertI love this insert because it fits perfectly over my pot to heat the chocolate.
Candy Parchment PaperYou’ll need some sort of heavy duty parchment paper or liners when working with chocolate. This works well for the job.
If you’re hoping to maketruffles or bonbons for Christmas gifts this year, I seriously recommend using this dipping chocolate. I usedthe assorted set (white, milk, and dark) because I’ll be creating several varieties. All three of these areperfect for melting and dipping, and hold a rich chocolatey flavor, too.
Now to the Butterfinger Bonbons recipe. I mean, who doesn’t love a Butterfinger? And with just peanut butter and candy corn, you can easily make your own.
The center of these bonbons taste exactly like a Butterfinger, but even better, they’re homemade and dipped in gourmet chocolate that’s perfect for serving at your next family gathering or packaged to give to your neighboras a sweet surprise. Here’s I make mine.
Ingredients
1 lb. candy corn
16 oz. jar creamy peanut butter
dipping chocolate
Directions
- Melt candy corn in microwave for 1 minute, stirring every 15 seconds.
- Mix in the peanut butter.
- Chill for a couple of minutes in freezer.
- Form the peanut butter mixture into small balls, set on wax or dipping paper, and place in refrigerator while preparing chocolate.
- Melt dipping chocolate as directed on packaging.
- Use dipping fork/utensil to dip chilled butterfingers balls in chocolate.
- Set on dipping paper and return to refrigerator for just a couple of minutes until hardened.
- Promptly remove from refrigerator and enjoy!
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Homemade Butterfinger Bonbons
2014-10-25 13:08:21
Ingredients
- 1 lb. candy corn
- 16 oz. jar creamy peanut butter
- dipping chocolate
Instructions
- Melt candy corn in microwave for 1 minute, stirring every 15 seconds.
- Mix in the peanut butter.
- Chill for a couple of minutes in freezer.
- Form the peanut butter mixture into small balls, set on wax or dipping paper, and place in refrigerator while preparing chocolate.
- Melt dipping chocolate as directed on packaging.
- Use dipping fork/utensil to dip chilled butterfingers balls in chocolate.
- Set on dipping paper and return to refrigerator for just a couple of minutes until hardened.
- Promptly remove from refrigerator and enjoy!
By Mitzi @WrittenReality
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FAQs
In January 2018, Nestlé announced plans to sell over twenty of its US confectionery brands (including Butterfinger) to Italian chocolatier Ferrero SpA, for $2.8 billion. The deal was finalized in March 2018, and the newly acquired brands were folded into the operations of the Ferrero Candy Company.
How was Butterfinger invented? ›
It all began in 1923 when Otto Schnering, owner of Curtiss Candy Company, was looking for the next big hit to add to his candy bar lineup. As a result of his brainstorming, he came up with an impossible crunchy peanut butter center candy bar coated with a thin layer of milk chocolate.
What do butterfingers taste like? ›
The famous "crispety, crunchety" interior is still flaky but boasts a more natural-tasting roasted peanut flavor. There's also a richer aftertaste that lingers on the roof of the mouth, which, unlike the old recipe, feels as though it's a side effect of eating peanut butter rather than candy.
What is the oldest candy bar? ›
Fry & Sons and currently manufactured by Cadbury. Launched in 1866—nineteen years after Fry's created the first moulded, solid chocolate eating bar (in 1847)— Fry's Chocolate Cream is the first mass-produced chocolate bar and is the world's oldest chocolate bar brand.
What is a fun fact about Butterfingers? ›
The popular candy was created in 1922 by Otto Schnering, who also developed the Baby Ruth. His Curtiss Candy Company, based in Chicago, ran a contest to name the bar. At the time sportscasters began using the term “butterfingers” to describe players who couldn't hold onto the ball.
What is the orange stuff in Butterfingers? ›
The orange stuff is our own peanut butter mixed w/ cooked sugar candy, folded into thin layers.
Do Butterfinger BB's still exist? ›
In reply to a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, the candy manufacturer stated, "Sadly, Butterfinger BB's were discontinued due to low sales." Despite the clear-cut answer, others have their own opinions on the discontinuation, such as the possibility that the snacks pose a choking hazard.
Are Butterfinger eggs being discontinued? ›
However, Nest Eggs have also been discontinued, and candy lovers couldn't be more upset. Someone even reached out to Butterfinger on X inquiring about the candy and received a disappointing reply. "Butterfinger Nest Eggs were retired," stated a Butterfinger spokesperson on the social media site.
What is the crunchy part of a Butterfinger? ›
It's butter, specifically peanut butter. Now, you're probably wondering, “I've never had peanut butter that sweet and crunchy. Surely, there's more to it.” And you're right—Butterfingers' unique crunch and satisfying snap are enhanced by a special ingredient: corn flakes.
Who is the largest candy company in the world? ›
Mars Wrigley Confectionery
Snickers is listed as the most popular candy in the world. M&Ms, with annual sales of over $500 million, is the most popular candy brand in the United States. In duty-free shops, Toblerone is the best selling candy. KitKat's popularity is the highest in Japan, with over 200 distinct flavors available such as green tea.
What candy is similar to Butterfinger? ›
Similar to the Butterfinger, the Clark Bar has a crispy peanut butter and spun taffy core.
Is Butterfinger Mars or Hershey? ›
Butterfinger - Made by Ferrara Candy Company. 3 Musketeers - Made by Mars, Inc. Toblerone - Produced by Mondelez International.
Is butter Crunch like Butterfinger? ›
I entered my recipe, Texas Butterfinger, which was essentially vanilla ice cream packed with Butterfinger! I won first place, and not too long after I won, Blue Bell introduced their butter crunch flavor which was the exact same as mine. It gives me a little joy when I see it on store shelves!
What flavor is the inside of a Butterfinger? ›
Fill your feed with the crispety, crunchety, peanut buttery updates you don't want to miss out on.
Is a chick o stick the inside of a Butterfinger? ›
Atkinson Candy Company's Chick-O-Sticks are crunchy and have the same flaky texture of the inside of a Butterfinger candy bar, with a hint of coconut added into the mix. Chick-O-Stick are widely distributed at convenience stores, candy shops, and you can also find them online at Amazon.
What is the crispy part of a Butterfinger? ›
It's butter, specifically peanut butter. Now, you're probably wondering, “I've never had peanut butter that sweet and crunchy. Surely, there's more to it.” And you're right—Butterfingers' unique crunch and satisfying snap are enhanced by a special ingredient: corn flakes.
What are the main ingredients in Butterfingers? ›
From the Package
CORN SYRUP, SUGAR, PEANUTS, VEGETABLE OIL (PALM KERNEL AND PALM OIL), PEANUT FLOUR, NONFAT MILK, LESS THAN 2% OF COCOA, MILK, SALT, SOY LECITHIN, NATURAL FLAVOR, ANNATTO COLOR.
