Description
Delicious Butterfinger Bars featuring a rich, buttery cookie base studded with chopped Butterfinger candy pieces and topped with a creamy peanut butter frosting, perfect for a sweet treat or dessert.
Ingredients
Cookie Base
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups Butterfinger Bars (about 15 “fun size” bars, coarsely chopped)
Peanut Butter Frosting
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1-2 Tablespoons milk
- 1/2 cup chopped Butterfinger bits (about 4 “fun size” bars)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it’s ready for baking the cookie base.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Cream them together until the mixture is smooth and light in color. Add the vanilla bean paste and eggs, then mix well to combine.
- Add Dry Ingredients and Candy: Gradually add the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to the wet ingredients on low speed until just combined. Stir in the chopped Butterfinger candy pieces to distribute evenly.
- Prepare Baking Pan and Bake: Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking pan. Smooth the cookie mixture evenly into the pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 24-26 minutes, or until the center is set and the surface no longer looks glossy.
- Cool the Bars: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the cookie bars to cool completely before applying the frosting. This will help the frosting adhere properly and prevent melting.
- Make the Frosting: Using an electric mixer, beat together the peanut butter and softened butter on medium speed until completely smooth. Add the vanilla bean paste and mix well.
- Incorporate Remaining Frosting Ingredients: Lower the mixer speed to low and gradually add the powdered sugar and milk, beating until fully incorporated. Then increase the speed to medium-high and beat for 1-2 minutes until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Frost and Garnish: Spread the peanut butter frosting evenly over the cooled cookie bars. Sprinkle the chopped Butterfinger bits on top for added texture and flavor. Refrigerate for a short time if desired before slicing into bars.
Notes
- Make sure the bars are completely cooled before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- Use fun size Butterfinger bars to get the perfect candy chunk size.
- For a thicker frosting, gradually add powdered sugar until your preferred consistency is reached.
- Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
