Description
Homemade Twix Bars combine a buttery shortbread cookie base with a luscious caramel layer and a rich chocolate coating, creating an irresistible homemade candy bar perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Shortbread Cookie
- 1/2 pound unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Caramel Layer
- 1 1/2 cups caramel baking chips
Chocolate Coating
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Cookie Dough: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Using a mixer, cream together room temperature unsalted butter and powdered sugar for about 2 minutes until the mixture is light and creamy. Gradually add in the all-purpose flour and salt, mixing gently until the flour is just incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract until blended.
- Shape the Cookies: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and roll it into a rectangular shape. Cut the dough into four even vertical columns and then slice horizontally into 1/2 inch strips to form rectangles. Use a fork to prick each cookie three to four times to ensure even baking.
- Chill and Bake: Arrange the cookies on an ungreased cookie sheet, spacing them slightly apart. Refrigerate the cookies on the baking sheet for about 15 minutes to prevent spreading during baking. Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes until set and lightly golden.
- Apply Caramel Layer: Melt the caramel baking chips in the microwave for about 45 seconds or until fully melted and smooth. Spread a thin, even layer of the melted caramel over each baked cookie quickly before it sets.
- Coat with Chocolate: Using a double boiler, gently melt together the chocolate chips and coconut oil, stirring continuously until smooth. Dip each caramel-covered cookie into the melted chocolate, turning with two forks to coat evenly. Place coated cookies on wax paper to set.
- Set and Store: Allow the chocolate coating to fully harden at room temperature or in the refrigerator. Once set, store the Twix bars in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Refrigerating the cookie dough before baking helps prevent excessive spreading, maintaining the shape of the bars.
- Use a double boiler or a microwave with short bursts to melt chocolate smoothly without burning.
- For easier coating, work quickly with the caramel layer before it hardens.
- Store homemade Twix bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- You can substitute coconut oil with vegetable oil if preferred.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
