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Butterfinger Cookies

Oct 22, 2022 · 28 Comments

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Chewy Butterfinger Cookies with crispy edges are packed with sticky, sweet Butterfinger pieces and chocolate and peanut butter flavor.

Chewy Butterfinger Cookies with crispy edges are packed with sticky, sweet Butterfinger pieces and chocolate and peanut butter flavor.

Butterfinger Cookies on a cooling rack with mini Butterfingers with an aqua wood background

Butterfinger Cookies

Butterfinger cookies have crispy edges and a gooey, chewy center, packed with lots of chocolate Butterfinger bits. Baking makes the insides of the Butterfingers caramelize for a slight crunch, which results in cookie heaven.

Butterfinger cookies are a great way to use up leftover Halloween candy, and they're still great if you have to buy some candy to make them.

What is a Butterfinger?

Believe it or not, I've gotten asked this several times! Mostly from those not in the U.S., but it still surprised me. A Butterfinger is a candy bar with a flaky, crispy peanut butter inside covered in chocolate. The texture is very unique to this candy bar, and I'm not sure if there's a very close substitute outside of the U.S.

Do I Have to Use Butterfingers?

Nope! This recipe is great with Butterfingers because the flaky center of the candy bar gets melty and gooey and yummy when baked, but it will work with basically any candy. I personally prefer chocolate, but you could even use some fruity candies in there if that's your jam.

It's a great way to use up leftover candy from Halloween. Just make sure the candies are chopped so that they're bite-sized, and you have about 1.5 cups. Try some of these favorites:

  • Kit Kats
  • Twix
  • Snickers
  • M&M's
  • Reese's cups
  • Heath bars

Or mix and match a few of your favorites!

Butterfinger Cookies on a cooling rack with mini Butterfingers with an aqua wood background

How to Keep Cookies from Spreading Too Much

The real key to prevent super flat cookies is to chill the dough before baking. I know it's tempting to just skip that step, especially when the dough is easy enough to handle without chilling. But the chilling prevents the butter from melting too fast in the oven, which helps them keep a better shape.

Butterfinger cookies stacked on a white plate next to mini Butterfingers and a white and blue linen on an aqua wood background

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Close up of a Butterfinger cookie surrounded by more cookies and fun size Butterfinger candy bars

Butterfinger Cookies

Chewy Butterfinger Cookies with crispy edges are packed with sticky, sweet Butterfinger pieces and chocolate and peanut butter flavor.
5 from 24 votes
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Butterfinger Cookies
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 11 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 26 minutes
Servings: 21 cookies
Calories: 179kcal
Author: Michelle

Ingredients

  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup butter softened
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1½ cups chopped Butterfingers

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a separate large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
  • Add egg and vanilla and beat again until combined.
  • Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients. Mix on low until just combined.
  • Fold in butterfingers.
  • Scoop large sections, about 1.5 tablespoons, and roll into balls.
  • Place on a lined cookie sheet. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or up to 2 days.
  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Arrange chilled balls 3-inches apart on a lined cookie sheet.
  • Bake for 11-12 minutes, or until lightly browned around edges (Centers will still look soft.).
  • Allow cookies to set on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to cooling rack to finish cooling.

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Notes

  • To make the cookies faster, you can place them in the freezer for 20-30 minutes after rolling into balls instead of the refrigerator.
  • Use your favorite candy. These cookies will work with any candy! So choose your favorite or mix and match. Just make sure the candy is chopped and you have about 1.5 cups of it.
  • Use a cookie scoop for consistent sized cookies.
  • Storage: Store covered at room temperature for up to one week.
  • Freezer instructions: Wrap cookie dough tightly before rolling into balls. Freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before rolling into balls and continuing the recipe. Alternately, bake cookies, and store in a freezer bag in the freezer for up to 2-3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 179kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 135mg | Potassium: 96mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 146IU | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. Kelsey says

    November 22, 2019 at 10:18 am

    I dont know that I can share these! They sound amazing! Might have to hide them lol!

    Reply
  2. Erika says

    November 22, 2019 at 10:27 am

    One of my favorite candy bars baked into cookies? Yes, please!

    Reply
  3. Aimee Mars says

    November 22, 2019 at 11:19 am

    Butterfingers are possibly my favorite candy bar of all time and putting them into cookie form is just absolutely genius! I'm going to make a batch and eat them all myself!!

    Reply
  4. Andrea Metlika says

    November 22, 2019 at 11:23 am

    You had me at crispy edges and a gooey, chewy center. These are Awesome!

    Reply
  5. Justine Howell says

    November 22, 2019 at 2:18 pm

    Favorite treat, in a cookie gave a great texture!

    Reply
  6. Marsha Maxwell says

    November 22, 2019 at 3:23 pm

    Such a clever recipe! My daughter loves Butterfinger, so I'm looking forward to making these for her!

    Reply
  7. Anita says

    December 01, 2019 at 1:28 pm

    This recipe is a genius. Such a wonderfully delicious way to use Butterfinger.

    Reply
  8. Shadi Hasanzadenemati says

    December 01, 2019 at 1:42 pm

    Love how easy and delicious this recipe is. It's perfect for a gathering or a party.

    Reply
  9. Irina says

    December 01, 2019 at 3:09 pm

    These Butterfinger Cookies will be perfect as edible gifts during the holidays! Bookmarking for later.

    Reply
  10. Danielle says

    December 01, 2019 at 8:17 pm

    It's been a while since I made chewy cookies like these, so super excited to get to cooking! 🙂 I just need to get a good-size cookie jar first!

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  11. Kelsey says

    December 01, 2019 at 9:15 pm

    These cookies have to get in my cookie jar! I am always up for trying new cookies!

    Reply
  12. Farah says

    December 02, 2019 at 1:04 am

    Yum! Butterfingers were my favorite candy growing up so thanks for the perfect vessel for them!

    Reply
  13. Adrianne says

    December 02, 2019 at 2:14 am

    That is such a great idea to use the cookie scoop for these cookies! I also love the idea of putting the dough in the freezer for a bit 1st. Great tips here and I am off to make some cookies, haha, yum!

    Reply
  14. Katie says

    November 18, 2020 at 10:21 am

    These look amazing! Can't wait to try these.

    Reply
  15. Chris Collins says

    November 18, 2020 at 10:46 am

    These have got to be the greatest cookies of all time! Definitely whipping up a batch tomorrow 🙂

    Reply
  16. Kathryn Donangelo says

    November 18, 2020 at 10:54 am

    This was the perfect cookie after all of my leftover butterfingers from Halloween! So buttery and loved all the little bits of candy! Delicious!

    Reply
  17. Toni Dash says

    November 18, 2020 at 10:55 am

    This was a huge hit with my kids! They can't stop eating!

    Reply
  18. Beth says

    November 18, 2020 at 11:08 am

    These look so delicious and yummy! My husband is going to love this recipe! I can't wait to give this a try!

    Reply
  19. Toni says

    November 08, 2021 at 1:28 pm

    This is seriously amazing!! My kids got addicted! So good!

    Reply
  20. Roxana says

    November 08, 2021 at 2:45 pm

    Wow that will be real treat for candy lovers. The cookies looks so professional and amazing.

    Reply
  21. Wanda says

    November 08, 2021 at 3:07 pm

    I love this idea for all our leftover Halloween candy. Bookmarking to make this weekend!

    Reply
  22. Genevieve says

    November 08, 2021 at 4:35 pm

    These look delicious and are a great idea for Halloween!

    Reply
  23. Dan E says

    December 12, 2021 at 5:33 am

    Made these as written. Excellent and addicting. "Butterfinger Bits" in the 8 oz. bag are the exact 1 1/2 cups needed for this recipe. Follow the directions in this recipe and you'll have a great cookie. Don't forget the refrigeration part as it's essential in preventing cookies from spreading too thin. Thanks for posting!

    Reply
    • Michelle says

      December 12, 2021 at 11:04 am

      I didn't even know they made the bits! I'll have to keep my eye out for them! Thank you so much for the review, and I'm glad you liked them!

      Reply
  24. Crystal Hegwood says

    February 23, 2022 at 4:27 pm

    Perfect everytime with whatever candies added

    Reply
  25. Nancy Ulbin says

    November 08, 2022 at 3:06 pm

    How many cookies will one recipe make. I want to make them for a cookie swap

    Reply
    • Michelle says

      November 09, 2022 at 7:51 am

      A little less than 2 dozen, around 20-21 per batch for me. And it depends on how liberal you are with the scooping.

      Reply
  26. Rhonda Anderson says

    January 29, 2023 at 1:15 pm

    These are a favorite of family and friends. I always make a double batch to share.

    Reply

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