Description
Rich and indulgent cheesecake bars with a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, crunchy Butterfinger pieces, and swirls of sweet caramel.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup crushed Butterfinger candy bars
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons sugar until combined.
- Press mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan to form the crust.
- Bake crust for 8–10 minutes, then let cool slightly.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add sugar and mix until combined.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- Fold in crushed Butterfinger pieces.
- Pour filling over crust and spread evenly.
- Drizzle caramel sauce on top and swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until center is set.
- Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours before slicing.
Notes
- Do not overmix to prevent cracks in the cheesecake.
- Allow full chilling time for clean slices.
- Use a sharp knife and wipe between cuts.
- Can substitute other candy bars or toffee bits.
- Store chilled for best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
