Twix Cookies are made with three simple layers: shortbread, caramel, and chocolate. They taste like a homemade version of the classic candy bar. These cookies are great for sharing, gifting, or keeping for yourself as a sweet treat.
Yield: 30 cookies
Total Time: 35 minutes
Why These Cookies Work
These cookies look impressive but are easy to make. You don’t need special tools, and the caramel melts in the microwave. The ingredients are simple, and you may already have most of them at home.
Each cookie has:
- A soft, buttery shortbread base
- A chewy caramel layer
- A smooth chocolate topping
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 3/4 cups (345g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 (11-oz) bag caramel bits or 40 soft caramels, unwrapped
- 1 tbsp heavy cream
- 2 cups (340g) milk chocolate chips
- 2 tsp coconut oil or vegetable shortening
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Add vanilla and mix.
- Add flour and salt. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Roll the dough between two sheets of parchment paper to about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into circles using a cookie cutter.
- Place cookies on baking sheets about 1 inch apart. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Let cool.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine caramel bits and cream. Microwave for 60 seconds, stir, then heat in 15-second intervals until smooth.
- Spoon caramel onto each cookie. Spread gently and let cool.
- In another bowl, microwave chocolate chips and coconut oil for 30 seconds. Stir and repeat if needed until melted.
- Spoon chocolate over the caramel. Spread to the edges and let cool until set.
Tips
- If you can’t find caramel bits, use soft caramels.
- Good chocolate makes a difference. Try a brand like Ghirardelli.
- If the dough is too soft to handle, chill it for 20 minutes.
- You can freeze the shortbread cookies before adding caramel and chocolate.
Nutrition Information (Per Cookie)
Calories: 228
Total Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 28mg
Sodium: 137mg
Carbs: 25g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 15g
Protein: 2g
If you try this recipe, take a photo and tag me on Pinterest or Facebook so I can see your cookies.
Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimates and can vary based on ingredients and portion size. For exact information, please consult a nutritionist.
