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Twix Cookies Recipe

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Delicious homemade Twix Cookies featuring a buttery shortbread base topped with creamy caramel and a smooth milk chocolate layer, replicating the classic candy bar flavor in a delightful cookie form.

Ingredients

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For the Cookie Dough

  • 1/2 cup (111g) salted butter
  • 1/2 cup (115g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 egg white
  • 1 1/2 cups (228g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder

For the Caramel Topping

  • 20 caramels, unwrapped
  • 1 tbsp milk

For the Chocolate Topping

  • 2 cups (400g) milk chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cookies.
  2. Cream butter and sugar. In a mixing bowl, cream together the 1/2 cup salted butter and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, ensuring a smooth base for the dough.
  3. Add egg white and vanilla. Incorporate 1 egg white and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract into the creamed butter and sugar. Mix until well combined for a cohesive dough.
  4. Mix dry ingredients. Add 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon baking powder to the wet ingredients. Mix thoroughly to form a pliable dough without lumps.
  5. Roll and cut the dough. Roll the dough out on a floured surface to a thickness of 1/4 to 1/2 inch. Use a round cookie cutter to cut out circles and transfer them onto an ungreased baking sheet.
  6. Bake the cookies. Bake at 350°F for 6-8 minutes, until the cookies have puffed up and the surface is no longer glossy. Remove from the oven carefully.
  7. Cool the cookies. Transfer the baked cookies to a wire rack and let them cool completely before proceeding with toppings.
  8. Melt the caramel. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 20 unwrapped caramels and 1 tablespoon milk. Microwave for 1 minute, stirring halfway through, until smooth and creamy.
  9. Apply caramel topping. Spoon a few teaspoons of the melted caramel onto each cooled cookie and spread it to almost cover the surface evenly.
  10. Chill the cookies. Place the caramel-topped cookies in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes or until the caramel is completely set and cold.
  11. Melt the chocolate. Melt 2 cups of milk chocolate chips in 30-second intervals in the microwave, stirring between intervals until fully melted and smooth.
  12. Apply chocolate topping. Spread a thin layer of the melted chocolate over the set caramel on each cookie. Allow the chocolate to cool and harden before serving to maintain structure and texture.

Notes

  • For best results, ensure the cookies are completely cooled before adding caramel, to prevent melting.
  • If caramels are difficult to melt, add an extra splash of milk for smoother consistency.
  • Use high-quality milk chocolate for a richer flavor in the topping.
  • Store the finished cookies in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge to maintain freshness.
  • You can substitute salted butter with unsalted butter and add a pinch of salt if preferred.

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