Butterfinger Caramel Crunch Mini Pies

These Butterfinger Caramel Crunch Mini Pies are irresistible bite‑sized dessert pies featuring a gooey caramel filling, crunchy Butterfinger bits, and flaky mini crusts. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or anytime you crave a decadent sweet treat.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Mini indulgence – perfect personal portions that pack big flavor

• Crunch meets chew – crispy Butterfinger and chewy caramel create irresistible texture contrast

• Easy to make – simple to assemble and bake in under an hour

• Fun and playful – ideal for kids, bake sales, or festive gatherings

ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

• 12 (3‑ or 4‑inch) mini pie crusts (homemade or store‑bought)

• 1 cup caramel sauce (store‑bought or homemade)

• 1 cup chopped Butterfinger candy bars (about 3 standard sized bars)

• ½ cup heavy cream

• 2 tablespoons light corn syrup

• ¼ cup brown sugar

• Optional garnish: whipped cream, extra Butterfinger bits, sea salt flakes

directions

1. Preheat & prep crusts
   Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Place mini pie crusts on a parchment‑lined baking sheet.

2. Make caramel crunch filling
   In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream, corn syrup, and brown sugar. Stir constantly and bring just to a simmer. Remove from heat and whisk in caramel sauce until smooth. Fold in half of the chopped Butterfinger pieces, reserving the rest for topping.

3. Fill crusts
   Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the caramel crunch mixture into each mini crust. Sprinkle reserved Butterfinger crumbs evenly on top.

4. Bake
   Bake for 12–14 minutes, until crusts are lightly golden and filling is warm and set.

5. Cool & garnish
   Remove from oven and cool mini pies on a wire rack for 15–20 minutes. Add a dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle extra Butterfinger bits or a pinch of sea salt for contrast, if desired.

Servings and timing

• Servings: 12 mini pies

• Prep time: 10 minutes

• Bake time: 12–14 minutes

• Total time: ~30 minutes

Variations

• Chocolate lovers’ twist: Stir in mini chocolate chips or drizzle melted chocolate over the top before serving

• Salted caramel version: Swap caramel sauce for salted caramel, and top with flaky sea salt

• Nutty crunch: Add chopped pecans, almonds, or hazelnuts with the Butterfinger bits

• Vegan adaptation: Use dairy‑free crust, vegan caramel, coconut cream in place of heavy cream, and dairy‑free chocolate‑peanut butter candy for Butterfinger-like crunch

• Mini tart style: Bake in mini tart pans and finish with brûléed sugar topping for added crunch

storage/reheating

• Room temperature: Store cooled mini pies in an airtight container for up to 2 days

• Refrigerator: Keep for up to 4 days; bring to room temperature before serving for best texture

• Freezer: Freeze assembled, baked mini pies (without whipped toppings) up to 1 month. Thaw overnight and reheat in a warm oven (~325 °F) for 5–7 minutes before serving

• Reheat: Warm pies in a 325 °F oven for 5 minutes or microwave briefly until filling is soft

 

FAQs

Can I make the caramel sauce from scratch?

Yes—heat sweetened condensed milk until thick and golden or use homemade caramel for a richer flavor.

How can I prevent soggy mini crusts?

Partially bake crusts for 4–5 minutes before adding filling if your crusts are very soft.

Can I use other candy bars if Butterfinger isn’t available?

Yes—try chopped Heath bar, toffee bits, or chocolate-covered toffee for a similar texture.

Do I need heavy cream?

It helps create creamy richness; for a lighter version, use half-and-half or full-fat coconut milk.

Can I prep these ahead?

You can assemble and refrigerate mini pies before baking; bake just before serving to maintain crunch.

Is this recipe vegetarian?

Yes—as long as caramel sauce and crusts don’t contain gelatin or animal rennet.

What serving size works best?

One mini pie per person is typical; offer two per guest if serving as part of a dessert spread.

How do I get a crisp topping?

Add a light sugar or toffee crumble topping and broil quickly at the end to crisp it up.

Can I make these gluten‑free?

Use gluten‑free mini pie crusts and confirm all other ingredients are gluten‑free.

What pairs particularly well with these pies?

Serve with coffee, milk, vanilla ice cream, or a dollop of whipped cream for full dessert indulgence.

Conclusion

Butterfinger Caramel Crunch Mini Pies are miniature delights that deliver big on flavor—creamy caramel, crunchy candy, and buttery crust all in one bite-sized package. Easy to make, customizable, and totally indulgent—they’re perfect for sharing, gifting, or just treating yourself.