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Twix Cookies Recipe

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These Twix Cookies combine a buttery, tender shortbread base with rich caramel and a smooth milk chocolate topping, recreating the classic candy bar flavors in cookie form. Perfectly crisp edges and a luscious, layered topping make them a decadent treat to impress at any gathering.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 1/2 cups butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Caramel Topping

  • 11 oz caramel bits
  • 1 TBSP heavy cream

Chocolate Topping

  • 2 cups milk chocolate chips
  • 2 tsp coconut oil or vegetable shortening

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Mix Butter and Sugar: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, add the softened butter and powdered sugar. Mix on low speed until the mixture is well combined and creamy.
  3. Add Vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract to incorporate flavor evenly into the butter and sugar mixture.
  4. Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt to the mixer on low speed. Mix just until the dough comes together into a soft consistency; avoid overmixing.
  5. Roll Dough: Place the dough between two sheets of parchment or waxed paper and roll it out to approximately 1/4 inch thickness for even baking and perfect cookie texture.
  6. Cut Cookies: Using a 2.5-inch round cookie cutter or biscuit cutter, cut out rounds of dough. Place each cookie about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet to allow room for edges to crisp.
  7. Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges just start to turn a golden brown, indicating they are cooked through but still tender inside.
  8. Cool Cookies: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool for a few minutes, allowing them to firm up slightly before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Melt Caramel: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine caramel bits and heavy cream. Microwave for 60 seconds, stir, then continue microwaving in 15-second increments, stirring until the caramel is smooth and pourable.
  10. Add Caramel Topping: Spoon the melted caramel evenly over the cooled cookies, spreading carefully to cover the surface of each cookie.
  11. Cool Caramel: Allow the caramel layer to cool completely and set before proceeding to the chocolate layer.
  12. Melt Chocolate: Combine milk chocolate chips and coconut oil or vegetable shortening in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir, then continue microwaving in additional 30-second bursts as needed until smooth.
  13. Add Chocolate Topping: Spoon the melted chocolate over the set caramel on each cookie, spreading it evenly for a smooth, glossy finish.
  14. Set Chocolate: Allow the chocolate topping to cool and fully set. To speed up the process, you can place the cookies in the refrigerator until firm.
  15. Serve: Once the chocolate is completely set, the Twix Cookies are ready to be enjoyed. Store any leftovers in an airtight container to keep fresh.

Notes

  • If you don’t have parchment paper, a silicone baking mat will also work well to prevent sticking.
  • Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easy mixing and smooth dough.
  • Microwave times may vary; stir frequently to avoid burning caramel or chocolate.
  • Refrigeration can hasten the setting of both caramel and chocolate coatings.
  • Use a sharp cookie cutter for clean, even edges on the cookies.

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