Description
Indulgent Butterfinger Caramel Crunch Bars blend sweet nostalgia with irresistible layers of chocolate, caramel, and crispy peanut butter candy. Rich flavors and textures create a dessert that will make you crave another delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup crushed Butterfinger candy bars (about 4 full-size bars)
Binding and Flavor Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips, melted
Sweetening Ingredient:
- 1/4 cup sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to 350°F (175°C) and coat a 9×9-inch baking pan with non-stick spray.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and sugar until thoroughly combined, creating a uniform base mixture.
- Firmly press the crumb mixture into the pan’s bottom, ensuring an even, compact layer that will serve as the foundational crust.
- Carefully pour sweetened condensed milk across the entire surface of the graham cracker crust, distributing it evenly to create a smooth layer.
- Create a decorative pattern by gently streaming caramel sauce over the condensed milk, allowing it to weave through the white surface.
- Generously scatter crushed Butterfinger pieces across the caramel-drizzled layer, ensuring comprehensive coverage for maximum flavor distribution.
- Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, watching for the edges to transform into a rich golden-brown color.
- Remove from oven and allow the dessert to cool completely at room temperature, which helps the layers set properly.
- Melt milk chocolate chips and artfully drizzle the liquid chocolate across the cooled surface, creating an elegant finishing touch.
- Let the chocolate solidify before cutting into precise squares, revealing the decadent layers of caramel, candy, and chocolate.
Notes
- Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Crush Butterfinger bars finely to ensure even distribution and maximum flavor in every bite.
- Use a silicone baking mat or parchment paper for easier removal and clean-up of the bars.
- Chill the bars in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes after adding chocolate drizzle to help the chocolate set faster and create a crisp topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg