What Is the Butterfinger® Blizzard® Treat?

What makes the Butterfinger Blizzard so addictive is its signature mouthfeel. The airy, crispy peanut-butter wafer pieces fold effortlessly into the thick soft serve, with some fine crumbs dissolving into the ice cream to flavor every spoonful while larger shards maintain a delightful candy crunch. Unlike denser chocolate-heavy recipes, this treat offers a vibrant peanut-butter note without weighing you down. Check out our other popular creations like the Reese's Blizzard or browse the rest of our lineup on The Queen Dairy Menu.

Browse all Blizzard flavors and 2026 prices on The Queen Dairy Menu.

Butterfinger vs. Reese's — Which PB Blizzard Should You Order?

  • Choose Butterfinger® if you want a lighter, crispy peanut butter crunch with fewer calories (470 cal Small). The wafer-light texture keeps the flavor from being too heavy.
  • Choose Reese's® PB Cup if you want full-intensity peanut butter and chocolate. More calorie-dense at 600 cal Small but more satisfying for dedicated PB fans.

Best Time to Order the Butterfinger Blizzard

Because it feels lighter on the palate than fudge-heavy alternatives, the Butterfinger Blizzard is the ideal after-dinner treat following a savory meal. Try ordering a Mini or Small alongside an Original Cheeseburger and hot regular fries to enjoy a balanced, nostalgic DQ feast without going overboard on calories.

How It Compares to Other Blizzards

BlizzardMini PriceSmall CalFlavor Profile
Butterfinger® Blizzard$3.49470Lightest PB-chocolate option
Reese's® PB Cup Blizzard$3.49600Richer PB, higher calorie
M&M's® Blizzard$3.49490Candy crunch, no peanut butter
Snickers® Blizzard$3.49500PB + caramel + nougat

Ordering Tips

  • First timer? Order a Mini (3.49) — it's 4–5 spoonfuls, perfect for a taste test before committing to a full cup.
  • Best size for one person: Small (4.49) at 470 calories hits the sweet spot of satisfaction without going overboard.
  • Upgrade option: Ask to blend in a hot fudge swirl for richer chocolate depth, or add extra mix-ins (~$0.50).
  • Check the flip: DQ guarantees every Blizzard is thick enough to hold upside down — if your crew doesn't flip it, it's free.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Butterfinger Blizzard is available in four sizes: Mini ($3.49), Small ($4.49), Medium ($5.29), and Large ($5.99).
A Small contains around 470 calories, a Medium has about 650 calories, and a Large delivers roughly 990 calories. It is one of the lighter candy options on the menu.
The Butterfinger Blizzard offers a crispier, lighter wafer crunch at 470 calories (Small), whereas the Reese's Blizzard is denser, richer, and packed with full-strength peanut butter cup pieces at 600 calories.

For the complete 2026 DQ food and treats menu, visit The Queen Dairy Menu. See all Blizzard flavors on the Blizzard Treats page.