Description
Butterfinger crunch bars deliver a nostalgic chocolate-peanut butter symphony with irresistible crispy layers. Sweet memories meld with rich indulgence, promising a delightful treat you’ll savor to the last crumbly bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups crushed Butterfinger candies (about 8 fun-size bars)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
Binding Ingredients:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick), melted
Topping Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk or semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil or vegetable oil (optional, for smoother chocolate topping)
Instructions
- Craft the foundational layer by blending crushed graham crackers with creamy peanut butter, melted butter, powdered sugar, and a portion of crumbled Butterfinger candies until the mixture becomes a uniform, slightly tacky consistency.
- Carefully line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage of the bottom and sides for effortless removal.
- Transfer the peanut butter mixture into the prepared pan, using a spatula or spoon to distribute the mixture evenly and create a compact, smooth base layer.
- Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, utilizing short intervals and stirring frequently to prevent scorching. Incorporate coconut oil for enhanced smoothness if desired.
- Gently cascade the molten chocolate over the peanut butter foundation, using a clean spatula to spread the chocolate into a uniform layer that completely covers the base.
- Immediately scatter the remaining crushed Butterfinger pieces across the chocolate surface, applying light pressure to ensure the candy fragments adhere to the still-warm chocolate.
- Place the pan in the refrigerator and allow the bars to solidify completely, which typically requires approximately two hours of chilling time.
- Once fully set, extract the dessert from the pan by lifting the parchment paper edges, then slice into clean, geometric squares or rectangles using a sharp knife.
Notes
- Opt for natural peanut butter with minimal added sugars to control sweetness and enhance the authentic flavor profile of the bars.
- Crush Butterfinger candies by placing them in a sealed plastic bag and gently tapping with a rolling pin for consistent, small crumb sizes.
- Ensure chocolate is melted slowly and stirred frequently to prevent burning and achieve a smooth, glossy finish for the topping.
- Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg