Description
Indulgent Homemade Twix Cookies combine classic caramel and chocolate flavors in a delightful treat that elevates traditional dessert expectations. Sweet layers of buttery shortbread, smooth caramel, and rich chocolate create an irresistible cookie experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookies Base:
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened
- ⅔ cup (80 g) powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Caramel Layer:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (115 grams) unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
Chocolate Topping:
- 1 ½ cups (265 grams) milk chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by warming the oven to 350F (175C) and layering baking sheets with protective parchment or silicone mats.
- Create the shortbread foundation by whipping softened butter and powdered sugar into a creamy consistency. Incorporate vanilla extract until thoroughly blended. Gently fold in flour and salt, working the mixture until a smooth, cohesive dough emerges.
- Roll the dough onto a flour-dusted surface, stretching it to approximately 1/4-inch thickness. Carefully cut circular shapes using a cookie cutter, then arrange them onto prepared baking surfaces.
- Bake the shortbread rounds for 10-12 minutes, watching for delicate golden edges. Transfer to a cooling rack, allowing complete temperature reduction.
- Craft the caramel layer by combining sweetened condensed milk, granulated sugar, butter, and corn syrup in a saucepan. Maintain constant stirring over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, monitoring the transformation into a rich, golden liquid.
- Remove caramel from heat, permitting slight cooling. Generously spread a tablespoon of the warm mixture across each cookie base, ensuring even distribution.
- Allow caramel to stabilize for approximately 10 minutes, creating a firm surface for the next layer.
- Melt chocolate chips using microwave technique, stirring between 20-second intervals until achieving a silky texture. Optional: integrate vegetable oil for enhanced smoothness.
- Carefully drench each caramel-topped cookie with molten chocolate, coating the surface completely.
- Let cookies rest at ambient temperature or inside refrigerator until chocolate solidifies completely.
- Serve and savor these homemade Twix-inspired delicacies. Store within sealed container for optimal freshness, maintaining quality up to 5 days.
Notes
- Chill the dough before rolling to prevent sticking and ensure clean, crisp cookie edges.
- Use a silicone spatula or offset spatula for smooth caramel spreading, creating an even layer on each cookie.
- Add a pinch of sea salt on top of the caramel for a gourmet flavor twist that balances the sweetness.
- For gluten-free options, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour or a gluten-free baking blend to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 276
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg