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Butterfinger Cookie Bars Recipe

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Delight in these rich and indulgent Butterfinger Cookie Bars featuring a soft, buttery cookie base studded with Crunchy Butterfinger pieces, topped with a creamy peanut butter frosting and extra Butterfinger bits for added crunch and flavor. Perfect for a sweet treat or dessert to satisfy chocolate and peanut butter lovers alike.

Ingredients

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Cookie Base

  • 2 sticks unsalted butter (1 cup), room temperature
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 cup Butterfinger bars, chopped (about 3 large bars)

Peanut Butter Frosting

  • 3/4 cup peanut butter
  • 1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 tbsp milk

Topping

  • 1 1/2 cups Butterfinger bars, chopped (about 5 large bars)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it is ready to bake the cookie bars evenly.
  2. Prepare Baking Dish: Line a 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  3. Mix Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat together 1 cup of softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar using a hand mixer until the mixture is light and creamy.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract into the butter and sugar mixture, beating until well combined.
  5. Combine Dry Ingredients: Add the flour, salt, and baking soda to the wet mixture, and mix at low speed until fully incorporated.
  6. Add Butterfinger Pieces: Fold in 1/2 cup of chopped Butterfinger bars gently to distribute evenly throughout the dough.
  7. Shape and Bake: Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
  8. Cool: Remove the baked cookie layer from the oven and let it cool completely in the baking dish before frosting.
  9. Make Frosting: In another large bowl, beat together the peanut butter and 1 stick of softened butter until smooth and free of lumps.
  10. Add Vanilla: Mix in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract thoroughly into the frosting base.
  11. Incorporate Powdered Sugar and Milk: Gradually add the powdered sugar and milk to the frosting, beating until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
  12. Frost Cookie Layer: Evenly spread the prepared peanut butter frosting over the cooled cookie base in the baking dish.
  13. Add Topping and Serve: Sprinkle the remaining 1 1/2 cups of chopped Butterfinger bars over the frosting. Slice into bars and serve.

Notes

  • Ensure the cookie base is completely cooled before adding frosting to prevent melting.
  • Use room temperature butter and eggs for better mixing and texture.
  • Butterfinger bars can be substituted with similar crunchy peanut butter candy bars if unavailable.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
  • For a firmer frosting, chill the frosted bars for 20-30 minutes before slicing.

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