Description
Butterfinger Dreams is a delectable dessert bar featuring a buttery shortbread crust studded with crushed Butterfinger candy bars, topped with a fluffy homemade whipped cream and Butterfinger topping. These bars combine creamy, crunchy, and sweet flavors for a perfect treat loved by candy and dessert enthusiasts alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust and Base
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 (8-oz) package cream cheese, at room temperature
- ½ cup butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup crushed Butterfinger candy bars (from 5 bars, divided)
Topping
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 Tbsp powdered sugar
- Remaining 1 cup crushed Butterfinger candy bars
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9-inch square baking pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Make the Crust: In a bowl, combine 1½ cups powdered sugar and 1 cup all-purpose flour. Use a pastry cutter or fork to cut in the cream cheese and butter until the mixture becomes crumbly. Stir in 1 cup of crushed Butterfinger candy bars. Press this mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan to form the crust.
- Bake the Crust: Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Once baked, remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely to room temperature before adding the topping.
- Prepare the Topping: Using a hand-held electric mixer, whip the heavy cream and 3 tablespoons powdered sugar together until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in the remaining 1 cup of crushed Butterfinger candy bars into the whipped cream mixture.
- Assemble and Chill: Spread the whipped cream and Butterfinger mixture evenly over the cooled crust. Cut into 16 bars and store the finished Butterfinger Dreams bars in the refrigerator until ready to serve to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese and butter are at room temperature for easier mixing and better texture.
- Cool the crust completely before adding the whipped topping to prevent it from melting or becoming watery.
- Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for best freshness.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the bars for clean squares.
- For a lighter version, you can substitute reduced-fat cream cheese and lower-fat whipped cream, but it might slightly alter the texture and richness.
