Description
These Caramel Butterfinger Snow Cookies are the ultimate holiday treat, combining buttery cookie dough, gooey caramel centers, and the signature crunch of Butterfinger candy. Topped with a powdered sugar dusting, they’re festive, fun, and incredibly delicious. Whether you’re baking for family, gifting friends, or simply indulging, these cookies are sure to bring joy with every bite!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup crushed Butterfinger candy bars
- 20 soft caramel candies, unwrapped
Optional Substitutions
- Swap Butterfingers for toffee pieces or peanut brittle.
- Use almond flour or gluten-free baking flour for a gluten-free version.
Dairy-free caramel and plant-based butter can be used for vegan cookies
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. - Cream the Butter and Sugar
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and powdered sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract and mix until incorporated. - Combine the Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms. - Fold in the Butterfinger Candy
Gently fold in the crushed Butterfinger candy bars, ensuring the pieces are evenly distributed throughout the dough. - Shape the Cookies
Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball. Flatten slightly in your palm, place one caramel candy in the center, and wrap the dough around the caramel to form a sealed ball. Repeat for all cookies. - Bake the Cookies
Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. - Cool and Dust with Powdered Sugar
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Generously dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar for a snowy finish.
Notes
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Freezing Dough: Unbaked dough balls can be frozen and baked directly from frozen, adding 2-3 minutes to the baking time.
- Customization: Try using other candy like Snickers or chocolate chips for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American