Description
These Homemade Twix Cookies are a delightful treat that combines a buttery shortbread base with a layer of gooey caramel, all topped with rich chocolate. They are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth cravings!
Ingredients
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For the shortbread base:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the caramel layer:
- 1 cup soft caramels (about 25)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
For the chocolate topping:
- 1½ cups semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or butter (optional, for smoother texture)
Instructions
- Make the shortbread: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy. Mix in vanilla extract. Add flour and salt, and mix until a soft dough forms. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each ball gently with your fingers or the bottom of a glass to form a small disc. Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool completely.
- Make the caramel layer: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the soft caramels and heavy cream. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until fully melted and smooth. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of caramel onto each cooled cookie and let it set for 10–15 minutes.
- Add the chocolate topping: Melt chocolate chips (and coconut oil or butter, if using) in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second bursts, stirring between each, until smooth. Spoon or drizzle melted chocolate over the caramel layer of each cookie. Let the chocolate set at room temperature or refrigerate until firm.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for a firmer texture.
- You can shape the cookies into rectangles for a more classic Twix look.
- For salted caramel lovers, sprinkle a touch of sea salt on top of the caramel layer before adding the chocolate.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
