Ultimate Twix-Style Cookies Recipe

Introduction

If you love the classic combination of caramel and chocolate, these Ultimate Twix-Style Cookies are a must-try. They feature a buttery cookie base filled with gooey caramel and topped with rich melted chocolate—perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 2 large eggs
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: Cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
4. Step 4: Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing the cookies apart. Make a small indent in the center of each cookie to hold the caramel.
5. Step 5: Bake for 10–12 minutes until the edges are golden but the centers remain soft. Let the cookies cool slightly before adding caramel.
6. Step 6: Fill the indents with caramel sauce. Melt the chocolate chips until smooth and drizzle over each cookie. Allow the chocolate to set before serving.

Tips & Variations

• Use homemade caramel sauce for a more personalized flavor and better control over sweetness.
• Substitute chocolate chips with dark chocolate for a richer, less sweet topping.
• Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to help cookies keep their shape better.

Storage

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep them in the refrigerator for up to a week. To reheat, let come to room temperature or warm gently in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to soften the caramel and chocolate.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?

Yes, but reduce the added salt in the recipe to prevent the cookies from becoming too salty.

How do I prevent the caramel from leaking during baking?

Make sure to add the caramel only after the cookies have been baked and slightly cooled. Creating an indent before baking helps hold the caramel in place when added later.

Ultimate Twix-Style Cookies Recipe

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These Ultimate Twix-Style Cookies combine a soft, buttery cookie base with a luscious caramel center and a rich chocolate drizzle. Inspired by the classic Twix candy bar, this recipe offers an indulgent treat perfect for dessert or snacks.

• Author: lea
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 32 minutes
• Yield: 24 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

• 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 2 large eggs
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt

Filling and Topping

• 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a mixing bowl, cream together the room-temperature unsalted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender cookie texture.
3. Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition to incorporate fully and create a smooth batter.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning.
5. Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough and keep cookies tender.
6. Prepare Cookie Dough on Sheet: Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them adequately to allow for spreading. Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to make an indent in the center of each cookie for the caramel filling.
7. Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes until they are golden around the edges but still soft in the center, ensuring a chewy interior with a crisp edge.
8. Fill with Caramel: Allow cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheet, then spoon the caramel sauce into the indentations you made earlier carefully to prevent overflow.
9. Melt Chocolate: While cookies cool, melt chocolate chips until smooth, either in a microwave-safe bowl in short bursts or over a double boiler, stirring frequently.
10. Drizzle Chocolate: Drizzle the melted chocolate evenly over the caramel-topped cookies. Let them set completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator before serving to allow the chocolate to harden slightly and create a perfect finish.

Notes

• Use room temperature butter for easier creaming and better texture.
• You can substitute caramel sauce with homemade caramel for a richer flavor.
• Milk chocolate chips add sweetness; semi-sweet provides a balance to the caramel’s richness.
• Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• For a firmer chocolate topping, refrigerate cookies after drizzling chocolate until set.

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