Twix Cookies
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Twix Cookies
Description
Twix Cookies start with a dough made from butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, flour, and salt, which after chilling, is rolled out and cut into rounds. These rounds bake to a light golden color, providing a sturdy but tender base. Once cooled, a homemade caramel layer made by melting caramels with evaporated milk is spread on top, giving a chewy texture and deep caramel flavor. Finally, the cookies are coated with a smooth milk chocolate mixture blended with shortening to ensure a glossy finish and easier coating. The result is a layered cookie with buttery, caramel, and chocolate elements reminiscent of the classic Twix candy bar.
The cookies are baked until their edges are lightly browned, indicating doneness while keeping the centers tender. The caramel spreads easily when warm, and the chocolate coating solidifies for a crisp shell around the soft interior. This combination balances crunchy, chewy, and creamy textures in each bite.
These cookies can be served as a dessert snack or alongside a cup of coffee or milk. They also work well for sharing during holiday baking or casual gatherings, appealing to those who enjoy caramel and chocolate flavor pairings in a home-baked form.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups butter softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 11 ounces caramels
- 1 tablespoon evaporated milk or cream
- 2 cups milk chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons shortening
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or a nonstick baking mat.
- Place the butter in the bowl of a mixer and beat until light and fluffy. Add the powdered sugar and beat until combined.
- Add the vanilla extract, flour and salt to the bowl. Mix until combined.
- Place the dough on a sheet of plastic wrap. Fold the plastic wrap around the dough and chill in the freezer for 20 minutes.
- Flour your work surface and roll out the dough into a 1/2 inch sheet.
- Use a 2 or 3 inch round cookie cutter to cut out cookies. Place the cookies 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake the cookies for 12-13 minutes or until edges are light brown. Repeat the process with the remaining dough.
- Cool the cookies on a rack.
- Place the caramels and evaporated milk in a bowl. Microwave at 45 second increments until caramel is melted. Stir until smooth.
- Place a spoonful of caramel onto each cookie, using the back of the spoon to spread it to the edges of the cookie.
- Let the cookies sit until caramel has firmed up, about 20 minutes.
- Place the milk chocolate chips and shortening into a bowl. Microwave in 30 second increments until chocolate is melted. Stir until smooth.
- Place a spoonful of melted chocolate onto each cookie and spread it over the caramel layer.
- Let the cookies sit until the chocolate has hardened, then serve or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Chill the cookie dough well before rolling to achieve cleaner cookie shapes.
- Allow the caramel to cool slightly after microwaving before spreading to avoid melting the cookies.
- Using shortening in the chocolate helps create a smooth coating that sets well and shines.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container to keep the caramel from drying out.
- This recipe is adapted from Chef in Training.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 30Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 245 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 245kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 134mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 38mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 18g | 36% |
| Vitamin A | 315IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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