Twix Cookies are everything you love about the iconic candy bar—soft cookie base, gooey caramel, and silky chocolate—all in one irresistible homemade treat. If you’re craving something sweet and nostalgic, Twix Cookies are a fun and easy way to bring that classic flavor into your kitchen. Whether you’re baking for a party, holiday tray, or just a cozy afternoon treat, these cookies will steal the show.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Tastes just like a Twix candy bar!
- Easy sugar cookie base—no chill time needed
- Perfect for gifting or cookie swaps
- Kid-friendly and freezer-friendly
- Customizable with toppings like nuts or sea salt
Ingredients
- ½ cup (1 stick) salted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg white
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 20 soft caramels, unwrapped
- 1 tbsp whole milk
- 2 cups milk chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add vanilla and egg white; mix until fully incorporated.
- Stir in flour and baking powder until a soft dough forms.
- Roll out dough on a floured surface to ¼–½ inch thick.
- Cut with a round cookie cutter and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 6–8 minutes until puffy and no longer glossy. Cool completely.
- Melt caramels and milk in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Spoon about 1 tsp of caramel onto each cookie, spreading gently.
- Chill cookies in the fridge for 10–15 minutes to set the caramel.
- Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
- Spread a layer of chocolate over each caramel-topped cookie. Let cool until set.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Additional Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 24 cookies
Nutrition Facts (Estimated)
Per cookie:
- Calories: ~160
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 21g
- Sugar: 14g
- Protein: 1.5g
Tips & Variations
- 🍫 Use dark or white chocolate for a twist
- 🧂 Sprinkle sea salt on top for a salted caramel finish
- 🥜 Add crushed peanuts or pecans on top of the chocolate for a Snickers-style cookie
- ❄️ Freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months—layer with parchment in an airtight container
- 🎁 Package in cellophane bags for holiday gifts
FAQs
How do I store Twix Cookies?
Keep in an airtight container at room temp for 3–4 days, or refrigerate for up to 7 days.
Can I use homemade caramel?
Yes! Just ensure it’s thick enough to stay on the cookie without running off.
Do I need to refrigerate the dough?
No chill time is needed—just mix, roll, and bake.
Twix Cookies
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Cream butter and sugar. Add vanilla and egg white; mix well.
- Stir in flour and baking powder until a dough forms.
- Roll dough ¼–½ inch thick and cut out rounds.
- Bake 6–8 minutes until puffy and not glossy. Cool completely.
- Melt caramels with milk. Spoon onto each cookie.
- Chill cookies for 10–15 minutes.
- Melt chocolate chips and spread over caramel layer.
- Let chocolate set before serving.
Notes
Conclusion
Twix Cookies are a perfect mashup of nostalgia and homemade goodness. With their tender sugar cookie base, smooth caramel, and glossy chocolate topping, they’re sure to become a favorite in your dessert lineup. Bake a batch for your next get-together or just treat yourself to a little something sweet.