Butterfinger Cookie Bars Recipe
Indulge in the perfect marriage of salty and sweet with these Butterfinger Cookie Bars. Featuring a soft, chewy cookie base loaded with candy bits and topped with a velvety smooth peanut butter frosting, these bars are a show-stopper for potlucks, parties, or a cozy night in.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Unsalted butter (room temp) – 2 sticks (1 cup)
Granulated sugar – 1/2 cup
Light brown sugar – 1 cup
Large eggs – 2
Vanilla extract – 1 tsp
All-purpose flour – 2 1/2 cups
Salt – 1 tsp
Baking soda – 1 tsp
Butterfinger bars (chopped) – 1/2 cup
Peanut butter (creamy) – 3/4 cup
Unsalted butter (room temp) – 1 stick (1/2 cup)
Vanilla extract – 1 tsp
Powdered sugar – 1 1/2 cups
Whole milk – 3 tbsp
Butterfinger bars (chopped topping) – 1 1/2 cups
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment paper and lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, beat 1 cup of softened butter with the granulated and brown sugars until light and creamy (about 2-3 minutes).
Incorporate the eggs and 1 tsp vanilla, beating until well combined.
Gradually add the flour, salt, and baking soda, mixing until just combined.
Fold in 1/2 cup of the chopped Butterfinger bits.
Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 25 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
Allow the cookie base to cool completely in the pan before frosting.
To make the frosting, beat the remaining stick of butter and peanut butter until smooth.
Add vanilla, powdered sugar, and milk, beating until the frosting is light and fluffy.
Spread the frosting over the cooled bars and top with the remaining 1 1/2 cups of chopped Butterfingers.
Slice into 16 bars and serve.
Notes
• Ensure the bars are completely cool before frosting to prevent the buttercream from melting.
• For cleaner slices, chill the bars for 30 minutes after frosting before cutting.
• Use a sharp knife and wipe it between cuts for a professional look.
• You can substitute Butterfinger Bits (found in the baking aisle) if you don’t want to chop full-sized bars.
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