Description
Indulge in the decadent layers of sweet crunch and chocolate in these Butterfinger Caramel Bars. With a buttery crust, gooey caramel, rich chocolate, and crunchy candy topping, these bars are a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Filling:
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce or bits (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Topping:
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped Butterfinger candy bars (about 4 regular bars)
- Optional: flaky sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Make the Crust: Cream together the butter and brown sugar, then mix in the flour and salt to form a crumbly dough. Press two-thirds of the mixture into the pan to create the crust and bake until golden.
- Prepare the Filling: Combine sweetened condensed milk, melted caramel, and vanilla until smooth. Pour over the baked crust.
- Add Layers: Sprinkle chocolate chips over the caramel, top with the remaining dough mixture, and bake until golden and bubbly.
- Finish: Sprinkle with chopped Butterfinger candy, press lightly, and cool before cutting into bars.
Notes
- For cleaner cuts, chill the bars before slicing.
- You can use toffee bits or crushed pretzels for variety.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
