Reese’s Butterfinger Cheesecake Bars

Step 1: Prepare the Crust

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal.
2. Make Crust: In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
3. Press Crust: Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form an even layer. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

Step 2: Prepare the Cheesecake Layer

1. Beat Cream Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
2. Add Sugar and Eggs: Add the granulated sugar and mix until combined. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
3. Add Vanilla and Sour Cream: Mix in the vanilla extract and sour cream until smooth.
4. Fold in Candies: Gently fold in the chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups and Butterfinger bars.

Step 3: Assemble and Bake

1. Pour Cheesecake Mixture: Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust and spread it into an even layer.
2. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are lightly golden.
3. Cool: Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until fully chilled.

Step 4: Prepare the Topping

1. Heat Cream: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
2. Melt Chocolate: Place the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth and melted.
3. Top Cheesecake: Spread the melted chocolate over the chilled cheesecake layer. Sprinkle the chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups and Butterfinger bars evenly over the top.

Step 5: Serve

1. Chill Again: Refrigerate for an additional 30 minutes to allow the topping to set.
2. Slice and Serve: Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the cheesecake out of the pan. Slice into bars and serve.

Tips for Perfect Cheesecake Bars

• Softening Cream Cheese: Ensure your cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in your cheesecake mixture.
• Chopping Candies: For even distribution, chop the Reese’s and Butterfinger bars into small, uniform pieces.
• Chilling Time: Don’t rush the chilling process; it helps the flavors meld and makes slicing easier.

Conclusion

Reese’s Butterfinger Cheesecake Bars are a decadent and delightful treat that combines the best of cheesecake and candy bars. These bars are easy to make and perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. Enjoy the creamy, crunchy, and chocolatey goodness of these irresistible bars with family and friends.