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Homemade Butterfingers Are Made With 5 Simple Ingredients
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Homemade Butterfinger Bars

Experience the classic, iconic taste of crunchy peanut butter bars with this clean, five-ingredient recipe. By using a clever combination of caramelized sugar and creamy peanut butter instead of corn syrup, you achieve that signature light, shattered crunch at home. These bars are coated in smooth milk chocolate for the perfect balance of sweet, nutty, and crispy flavors. This simple, no-fuss method is the ultimate way to satisfy your cravings for a homemade treat that tastes better than the store-bought version.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Easy No Bake Treats
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup granulated white sugar
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1.5 cups high-quality milk chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Combine sugar and honey in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat.
  3. Stir constantly until the mixture turns a light golden caramel color.
  4. Remove from heat immediately to prevent burning.
  5. Whisk in the peanut butter and salt until the mixture is smooth and fully incorporated.
  6. Pour the hot mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly with an offset spatula.
  7. Allow to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  8. Slice into rectangular bars while still slightly warm.
  9. Melt the milk chocolate chips in the microwave in 10-second intervals.
  10. Dip each bar into the melted chocolate and place on parchment paper to set.

Notes

Ensure you do not overcook the sugar and honey mixture to prevent a bitter taste. Patience during the cooling process is key to achieving that signature snap. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.