Description
Butterfinger Caramel Cheesecake Bars are a decadent dessert layered with a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, rich caramel, and crunchy Butterfinger candy pieces. Perfect for parties or satisfying your sweet tooth!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup caramel sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1 1/2 cups chopped Butterfinger candy bars
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or foil and lightly grease it.
- In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form a crust.
- Bake the crust for 8–10 minutes, then remove and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and 1/2 cup sugar until smooth and creamy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Mix in vanilla and a pinch of salt.
- Fold in 1 cup of chopped Butterfingers and drizzle in 1/3 cup caramel sauce. Swirl gently into the batter.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the center is set and edges are lightly golden. Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, top with remaining chopped Butterfingers and a drizzle of caramel sauce. Slice into bars and serve chilled.
Notes
- Use full-fat cream cheese for best texture and flavor.
- Chill bars thoroughly before slicing for clean edges.
- Can be made ahead and frozen up to 1 month (without topping).
- For easier cutting, dip the knife in hot water between slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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