Description
Irresistible Butterfinger Caramel Crunch Bars combine sweet caramel and crunchy candy for a mouthwatering dessert that delights chocolate enthusiasts. Rich layers of flavor and texture create an indulgent treat you won’t be able to resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Crunch Base:
- 6 (12) sheets graham crackers (crushed)
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
Sweet Binding Ingredients:
- 1 (11 ounces / 312 grams) bag caramel bits
- 2 tablespoons milk
Topping Ingredients:
- 1 (10 ounces / 283 grams) bag Butterfinger bites (coarsely chopped)
- 2 ounces (56 grams) semi-sweet chocolate (melted)
Instructions
- Prepare the baking vessel by lining a 9×9-inch pan with aluminum foil, ensuring extended edges for effortless extraction. Apply a light coating of non-stick spray.
- Create a foundational layer by distributing crushed graham crackers uniformly across the pan’s bottom, forming a crisp base.
- Generously distribute mini marshmallows in an even, complete coverage over the graham cracker foundation.
- Combine caramel bits and milk in a microwave-safe container. Heat at full power for 1 minute, stirring between 30-second intervals until achieving a smooth, completely melted consistency.
- Cascade the molten caramel across the marshmallow layer, ensuring comprehensive and uniform distribution using a spatula.
- Liberally scatter chopped Butterfinger pieces over the caramel surface, gently pressing them to secure adherence.
- Drizzle melted semi-sweet chocolate in elegant, crisscrossing patterns across the Butterfinger-studded layer.
- Refrigerate for approximately 60 minutes until the bars achieve a solid, compact texture.
- Extract the confection using foil edges, slice into symmetrical squares, and serve chilled for maximum enjoyment.
Notes
- Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour cookies or crushed rice cereal for a gluten-sensitive diet.
- Reduce marshmallow quantity or use sugar-free marshmallows to lower overall sugar content for health-conscious individuals.
- Try dark, milk, or white chocolate drizzle to create different flavor profiles and match personal preferences.
- Keep bars refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days, ensuring maximum freshness and maintaining their delightful crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 266 kcal
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 108 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg