Delightful Twix Cookies Recipe
If you’ve ever found yourself daydreaming about turning your favorite candy bar into a homemade treat, then this Twix Cookies recipe is just what you need. These cookies capture the delightful essence of a Twix bar, featuring layers of buttery shortbread, gooey caramel, and a rich chocolate topping. Here’s how to whip up these decadent treats that might just be better than the original!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 11 oz chewy caramels
- 1 Tbsp heavy cream
- 2 cups milk chocolate chips
- Flakey salt for topping (optional)
Directions
- Start the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Begin mixing with an electric mixer on low speed, gradually increasing to high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, about 4 minutes.
- Sift in Dry Ingredients: Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt into the creamed mixture using a fine-mesh sieve. Continue mixing on low until the ingredients are well combined.
- Chill the Dough: Transfer the dough onto a piece of plastic wrap, flatten it into a disk, wrap it up, and refrigerate for 1-2 hours until firm.
- Prep for Baking: Once chilled, dust your work surface with a little flour. Roll out the dough to 1/2 inch thickness. Using a 2-inch round cookie cutter, cut out the cookies and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for 6-8 minutes, just until they are set. Remember, they should remain soft, so be cautious not to overbake.
- Make Caramel Layer: While cookies cool, add caramels and heavy cream to a bowl. Melt over low heat on the stove or in the microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring frequently until smooth.
- Chocolate Topping: Melt the chocolate chips in a separate microwave-safe bowl using the same method as the caramel.
- Assemble Cookies: Spoon a dollop of caramel over each cookie, then let it cool slightly. Top with a generous spoonful of melted chocolate. If you like, sprinkle a bit of flakey sea salt on top while the chocolate is still warm.
Nutritional Information
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chilling Time: 1-2 hours
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: Approximately 1 hour 23 minutes
- Calories: 180 kcal per cookie
- Servings: 24 cookies
These Twix cookies are a fantastic way to bring a touch of nostalgia and sweetness to any gathering, or just a special treat to brighten your day. Enjoy crafting these indulgent cookies that promise to be as delightful to look at as they are to eat!
Twix Cookies
- Total Time: 1 hour 23 minutes
- Yield: 24 1x
Description
The Twix Cookies are a delightful combination of buttery shortbread, smooth caramel, and rich milk chocolate, making them the perfect treat for any occasion. Each bite offers a perfect balance of textures and flavors, from the crumbly cookie base to the gooey caramel center and the decadent chocolate topping.
These cookies are not only delicious but also visually appealing, making them a great choice for parties, gift-giving, or simply enjoying with a cup of coffee or tea. They’re easy to make and sure to impress anyone who tries them. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to bake a batch of these irresistible Twix Cookies!
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
11 oz chewy caramels
1 Tbsp heavy cream
2 cups milk chocolate chips
Flakey salt for topping (optional)
Instructions
In a large bowl, add the softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Start off by mixing everything with an electric hand mixer on low speed, then pick it up to the highest speed once you don’t see any more dry patches of powdered sugar. Beat for a total of about 4 minutes.
Use a fine-mesh sieve to sift in the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix on low until everything is well combined.
Place the cookie dough onto a piece of plastic wrap, flatten it to a disk, wrap it, and refrigerate for about 1-2 hours.
Dust your work surface with a little bit of flour. Use a rolling pin to roll the chilled dough to 1/2 inch thick.
Cut the cookies out using a 2-inch round cookie cutter. Bake the cut-out cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet at 350°F (175°C) for about 6-8 minutes. These cookies are meant to be soft, so avoid over-baking.
Add the caramels and heavy cream to a bowl or saucepan and melt slowly until it’s smooth and runny. This can be done over low heat on the stove or in a microwave in 20-second intervals with mixing in between.
Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring in between.
Spoon a dollop of the melted caramel over each cookie. Once the caramel has cooled, smother the tops of each cookie with the melted chocolate. Optionally, add a sprinkle of flakey sea salt while the chocolate is still warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chilling Time: 1-2 hour
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 180 Kcal