Description
If you love the classic Twix candy bar, you’ll fall head over heels for these Homemade Twix Cookies. A buttery shortbread base topped with gooey caramel and finished with a rich chocolate layer—these cookies taste just like Twix in cookie form! Perfect for holidays, parties, or whenever your sweet tooth strikes, these cookies are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Who is this Recipe For?
This recipe is perfect for:
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Candy bar lovers who want a homemade version of their favorite treat.
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Holiday bakers looking for an impressive dessert to add to cookie trays.
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Families with kids—these cookies are fun to make and fun to eat.
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Anyone craving indulgence with a perfect balance of buttery, sweet, and chocolaty flavors.
Why It’s Great
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Tastes just like Twix bars—but fresher and homemade.
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Three irresistible layers: buttery cookie, creamy caramel, and smooth chocolate.
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Customizable—use dark, milk, or semi-sweet chocolate depending on preference.
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Freezer-friendly for make-ahead treats.
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Perfect for gifting—beautiful, bakery-style cookies that look as good as they taste.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Base:
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1 ½ cups unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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¾ tsp salt
For the Caramel Layer:
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15 oz bag Kraft caramels (or similar)
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2 tbsp evaporated milk
For the Chocolate Layer:
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2 cups Ghirardelli melting chocolate (or chocolate chips)
Kitchen Equipment Needed
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Electric mixer
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Mixing bowls
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Rolling pin
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Small round cookie cutter
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Baking sheet lined with parchment paper
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Saucepan
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Microwave-safe bowl
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Spatula or spoon
Instructions
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Prepare Cookie Dough: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and powdered sugar with an electric mixer until smooth. Add vanilla, flour, and salt, and mix until dough forms.
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Roll & Cut Cookies: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll dough to ½-inch thickness. Cut cookies with a small circle cookie cutter.
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Bake: Arrange cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 14–16 minutes. Remove and cool completely.
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Make Caramel Layer: In a medium saucepan, melt caramels with evaporated milk over medium heat, stirring until smooth. Spoon caramel over cooled cookies, spreading to cover the tops. Allow to set.
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Add Chocolate Topping: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth. Spread chocolate over the caramel layer.
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Set & Serve: Let cookies rest until chocolate hardens. Enjoy!
Storage
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Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
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Refrigerator: Keeps well for up to 7 days (especially in warm climates).
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Freezer: Freeze cookies in layers separated by parchment paper for up to 2 months. Thaw before serving.
FAQ
Can I use homemade caramel instead of store-bought?
Yes! A homemade caramel sauce will work beautifully, just make sure it’s thick enough to hold on the cookies.
What type of chocolate works best?
Milk chocolate gives the most authentic Twix flavor, but dark or semi-sweet chocolate works if you prefer a richer taste.
Why did my caramel slide off?
Make sure cookies are completely cooled before adding caramel, and let caramel set before spreading chocolate.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Absolutely! These cookies can be baked and topped a day or two before serving.
Conclusion
These Homemade Twix Cookies are the ultimate dessert for anyone who loves the classic candy bar. With their buttery shortbread base, sweet caramel center, and luscious chocolate topping, they deliver the perfect bite every time. Great for holidays, special occasions, or simply treating yourself, this recipe is one you’ll come back to again and again!
