Butterfinger Delight
Butterfinger Delight is a rich, crunchy, and irresistibly sweet homemade treat inspired by the classic Butterfinger candy bar. Combining smooth peanut butter, buttery richness, and crispy wafers or pretzels, this dessert is easy to make, customizable, and perfect for sharing. Finished with a luscious chocolate coating, it offers a nostalgic crunch and creamy sweetness that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (if gluten-free wafers or pretzels are used)
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1/4 cup honey or corn syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup crushed crispy wafers or pretzels
- 1 cup chocolate chips or melting chocolate (optional, for coating or drizzling)
Instructions
- Prepare the Base Mixture: Soften the butter in a mixing bowl until smooth. Add peanut butter and mix thoroughly until fully combined. Gradually sift in the powdered sugar, stirring to create a thick, spreadable dough. Stir in honey or corn syrup and vanilla extract until the mixture is sticky and cohesive.
- Add the Crunch: Gently fold the crushed crispy wafers or pretzels into the peanut butter mixture, ensuring even distribution to create the signature crunchy texture reminiscent of a Butterfinger bar.
- Shape and Chill: Press the mixture firmly and evenly into a lined pan. Refrigerate for at least one hour to set, allowing the bars to develop a dense and chewy texture that holds shape when cut.
- Coat or Drizzle with Chocolate: Melt the chocolate chips or melting chocolate. Dip the chilled bars into the melted chocolate or drizzle it over the top. Return to the fridge until the chocolate hardens, sealing the dessert with a smooth chocolate layer.
- Cut and Serve: Using a sharp knife, cut the set mixture into bars or bite-sized pieces. Serve immediately or store for later enjoyment.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth mixing and prevent graininess.
- Crush wafers or pretzels to a medium size to maintain crunch without compromising structure.
- Avoid overmixing to keep the texture chewy rather than tough.
- Allow sufficient chilling time for easy cutting and perfect set texture.
- Choose natural, unsweetened peanut butter for enhanced flavor balance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Butterfinger, peanut butter dessert, no bake, crunchy dessert, sweet treat, homemade candy bar, easy dessert, buttery crunch
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