Description
Butterfinger Caramel Crunch Mini Pies are no-bake, bite-sized desserts loaded with creamy caramel pudding, crushed Butterfinger candy bars, and a crunchy cookie crust. These easy-to-make treats require no oven and are perfect for parties, holidays, or a quick sweet indulgence, combining smooth textures with a delightful crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 12 mini graham cracker pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
Filling
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup cold milk
- 1 cup whipped topping (plus more for garnish)
- ½ cup caramel sauce (plus extra for drizzle)
- 1½ cups crushed Butterfinger candy bars
- ¼ cup crushed pretzels (optional for extra crunch)
Instructions
- Prepare pudding base: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes until the mixture thickens.
- Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold the whipped topping into the pudding mixture until it becomes smooth and creamy, ensuring a light texture.
- Add caramel and Butterfinger: Stir in the caramel sauce and half of the crushed Butterfinger candy bars to evenly distribute the flavor and crunch in the filling.
- Fill the crusts: Spoon the prepared filling evenly into the mini graham cracker crusts, filling each to the top for a generous portion.
- Add toppings: Sprinkle the remaining crushed Butterfinger candy over each mini pie. If desired, add crushed pretzels for an additional crunchy layer.
- Garnish and drizzle: Drizzle extra caramel sauce over the pies and top each with a dollop of whipped topping to finish.
- Chill to set: Refrigerate the mini pies for at least 1 hour to allow the filling to firm up before serving for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- These pies can be made a day ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator to save time.
- For a homemade crust alternative, mix 1¼ cups graham cracker crumbs with ¼ cup melted butter and 2 tablespoons sugar. Press the mixture into muffin tins and chill before filling.
- Optional crushed pretzels add a salty crunch but can be omitted for a sweeter dessert.
