Twix Cookies 🍫

Gooey, Buttery, and Irresistible

If you love Twix candy bars, you’re going to fall in love with these Twix Cookies. Picture this: a buttery shortbread-style cookie base, topped with creamy caramel, and finished with smooth milk chocolate. Every bite is that perfect mix of crunch, gooey sweetness, and melt-in-your-mouth goodness — just like the candy bar, but even better!

❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Twix in cookie form: buttery, caramel, and chocolate layers all in one bite.
Easy to make ahead: perfect for prepping before an event or freezing for later.
Crowd favorite: no one can resist that glossy chocolate top!

These cookies combine all the nostalgic flavors of your favorite candy bar with the homemade comfort of a soft, buttery cookie base.

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👉 Twix Cookies – Cooking With Karli

🧈 Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Cookie Base:

1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt

For the Caramel Layer:

1 (11 oz) bag of soft caramels (about 35 pieces)
2 tablespoons heavy cream

For the Chocolate Layer:

1 ½ cups (265 g) milk chocolate chips or melting wafers
1 teaspoon vegetable oil (for shine and smoothness)

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Make the cookie dough: In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla; mix well.
Whisk dry ingredients together and gradually add to the wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
Scoop and flatten: Roll the dough into balls (about 2 tbsp each) and gently flatten the tops.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden. Let cool completely.
Make the caramel: Melt caramels with heavy cream in the microwave (20-second bursts), stirring until smooth. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of caramel onto each cookie and let set.
Top with chocolate: Melt the chocolate chips with oil until smooth. Spread a layer on top of the caramel and let cool until set.

✨ A Slice of Nostalgia

These cookies capture that childhood excitement of opening a Twix bar — but this time, you made them yourself. The buttery base pairs beautifully with the chewy caramel and rich chocolate, giving you that iconic Twix flavor in every single bite.

🎨 Decoration Ideas

Drizzle white chocolate or caramel over the top for a bakery-style finish.
Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt before the chocolate sets for a sweet-salty twist.
Shape them into hearts or stars for a festive look.

🧡 Serving Suggestions

Serve these cookies with cold milk, cappuccino, or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream. They’re also perfect for gifting — just stack a few in a clear bag tied with a golden ribbon for a delicious handmade present.

🎉 Fun Fact

The Twix bar was originally called “Raider” in parts of Europe before it was rebranded in the 1990s. The name Twix actually comes from the phrase “twin sticks!”

🫶 My Thoughts

Every time I bake these Twix Cookies, they remind me why I love homemade desserts — simple ingredients, amazing results, and that feeling of comfort when chocolate and caramel meet buttery goodness.

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🙌 Make It Ahead — It Gets Even Better!

These cookies actually taste better the next day once the caramel and chocolate layers have fully set. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze them for up to a month.

🕊️ My Little Story

I first made these cookies on a rainy Sunday — craving something chocolatey but fun. The smell of butter and caramel took over the kitchen, and I knew I had something special. Now, they’ve become a family favorite.

With love,
Mimi 🩵

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