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Butterfinger Bars

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Nostalgic Butterfinger Bars made with buttery blondies and topped with creamy peanut butter frosting, perfect for sharing at any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 26 minutes
Total Time 51 minutes
Servings: 24 squares
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Blondies
  • 1 cup butter, softened Use unsalted butter and add salt if desired.
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Plus another 1/2 tsp for frosting.
  • 2 large eggs Use room temperature for better mixing.
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups Butterfinger bars, coarsely chopped About 15 fun size bars, folded into the batter.
For the Frosting
  • 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter Smooth variety is recommended.
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk To thin the frosting, if needed.
  • 1/2 cup chopped Butterfinger bits For garnish, about 4 fun size bars.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13 pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream 1 cup softened butter with 1 cup light brown sugar and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until light and smooth.
  3. Mix in 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, then add 2 eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture on low speed and mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in 2 cups of coarsely chopped Butterfinger bars.
Baking
  1. Press the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
  2. Bake for 24-26 minutes, checking at 22 minutes until the center is set and the surface is no longer glossy.
  3. Remove from oven and let cool completely before frosting.
Frosting
  1. In a bowl, beat 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter with 1/2 cup softened butter and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla until smooth.
  2. Gradually add 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar and beat to combine.
  3. Add 1-2 tablespoons of milk as needed to reach a spreadable consistency.
  4. Spread the frosting over the cooled bars and sprinkle with 1/2 cup chopped Butterfinger bits.
  5. Chill for 15-30 minutes to set, then slice into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. Can be frozen for up to 3 months when unfrosted.
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