Description
Indulgent Butterfinger caramel candy bars blend crunchy peanut butter layers with rich chocolate and smooth caramel for an irresistible sweet treat. Homemade confections like these will delight chocolate enthusiasts craving a luxurious dessert experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Base:
- 2 cups (473 milliliters) graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
Caramel and Chocolate:
- 1 cup (170 grams) caramel bits or soft caramels, unwrapped
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups (255 grams) crushed Butterfinger candy bars (about 6 mini bars or 3 regular-sized bars)
- 1 ½ cups (255 grams) semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
Optional Topping:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) coconut oil or vegetable oil (for a shiny topping)
Instructions
- Craft a sturdy foundation by combining graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and sugar, ensuring a uniform texture. Gently press the mixture into a parchment-lined baking dish, creating a compact base that will support the subsequent layers.
- Transform caramel bits and heavy cream into a silky, luxurious coating by gradually melting them in short microwave intervals. Carefully drizzle the molten caramel across the golden crust, distributing a generous portion of crushed Butterfinger pieces for added crunch and flavor.
- Simultaneously melt chocolate chips with a touch of coconut oil, creating a glossy, smooth topping that will encase the caramel and candy layer. Pour the liquid chocolate with precision, covering the entire surface and allowing it to flow naturally across the landscape of sweet ingredients.
- Enhance the visual appeal by sprinkling the remaining Butterfinger fragments across the chocolate surface, creating a delightful mosaic of textures and colors. Carefully transfer the assembled delicacy to the refrigerator, allowing the layers to solidify and meld together harmoniously.
- Once fully chilled and set, extract the confection using the parchment paper handles. Slice into elegant portions, revealing the intricate layers of graham, caramel, chocolate, and crunchy Butterfinger pieces that promise a multi-dimensional tasting experience.
Notes
- Customize the Crust: Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed oat cookies to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Control Sweetness: Reduce sugar content by using dark chocolate or sugar-free caramel bits for a less intense sweet profile.
- Enhance Texture: Toast graham cracker crumbs briefly before mixing with butter to develop a deeper, nuttier flavor and add extra crispness to the base.
- Make Ahead: Prepare bars in advance and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, ensuring a convenient make-ahead dessert option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg