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Decadent Twix Cookies

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  • Author: samahkitchen
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Makes about 20 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

⭐ Buttery shortbread cookies topped with rich caramel and silky chocolate—just like a Twix bar but in cookie form!


Ingredients

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For the Shortbread Cookies:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt

For the Caramel Layer:

  • 1 cup soft caramels (about 20 pieces)
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream

For the Chocolate Topping:

  • 1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips (or semi-sweet)
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil or butter (for a smooth finish)

Instructions

Make the Shortbread Cookies:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Mix in vanilla extract, then gradually add flour and salt, mixing until dough forms.
  • Roll out the dough to ¼-inch thickness and cut into circles (or squares for a Twix bar look).
  • Place on baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Let cool completely.

2️⃣ Prepare the Caramel Layer:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt caramels with heavy cream in 20-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
  • Spoon about 1 teaspoon of caramel onto each cooled cookie and spread gently.
  • Let the caramel set for 10-15 minutes.

3️⃣ Melt the Chocolate:

  • Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil or butter in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
  • Spoon or drizzle the chocolate over the caramel layer.

4️⃣ Set & Serve:

  • Let the cookies sit at room temperature or refrigerate for 15 minutes until the chocolate hardens.
  • Enjoy with a cold glass of milk!

Notes

  • Use homemade caramel sauce if you prefer.
  • Swap milk chocolate for dark chocolate for a richer taste.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.