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Butterfinger Caramel Crunch Mini Pies

Butterfinger Caramel Crunch Mini Pies

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cupsgraham cracker crumbs: The base for our delicious crust (graham cracker crumbs provide a sweet and slightly nutty flavor along with a wonderful crunch.)
  • 6 tablespoonsunsalted butter (melted: This ingredient is essential for binding the crust together and contributing to its rich, buttery flavors.)
  • ½ cupgranulated sugar: Added to the crust mixture (sugar complements the graham crackers' sweetness and balances the other flavors in the pies.)
  • 1 cupcaramel sauce: The star of the filling (caramel sauce brings a rich, sweet taste and gooey texture that perfectly complements the other components.)
  • 1 cupheavy cream (whipped: Whipped cream adds lightness and a cloud-like texture to the pie, enhancing its overall richness.)
  • 1 cupButterfinger candy bars (chopped: These chocolate-covered peanut butter candies not only add a crunchy topping but their flavor is key to the pies' signature taste.)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C), ensuring the perfect baking temperature for your mini pies.

  2. 2

    Make the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs, 6 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, and ½ cup granulated sugar. Stir the mixture until fully combined and crumbly.

  3. 3

    Press into pans: Distribute the crumb mixture evenly into mini pie pans, pressing firmly into the bottom and up the sides to form your crusts.

  4. 4

    Bake the crusts: Place the mini pie pans in the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes or until the crusts are golden brown. This process enhances the flavors and gives your pies that perfect texture. After baking, allow them to cool completely.

  5. 5

    Add caramel: Once cooled, drizzle 1 cup of caramel sauce into each mini pie crust, ensuring an even distribution to maximize that delicious caramel flavor.

  6. 6

    Top with whipped cream: Add 1 cup of whipped heavy cream on top of each caramel layer. Use a piping bag for a fancy look or simply spoon it on!

  7. 7

    Finish with Butterfinger: Sprinkle 1 cup of chopped Butterfinger candy bars generously over the whipped cream to finish off your mini pies.

  8. 8

    Chill or serve: For the best flavor and texture, chill your mini pies in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours. Alternatively, they can be enjoyed immediately for a softer texture.