Twix Cookies

You will go crazy for this Twix cookies recipe if you are a lover of Twix candy bars. They have a crunchy cookie bottom, followed by a gooey creamy caramel layer, and are topped off with a homemade chocolate ganache that might even be better than the candy itself! 

Twix Cookies Ingredients

This Twix cookies recipe creates a delightful treat with soft and slightly tangy cookies made from a blend of butter, cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla.

The standout feature is the indulgent caramel that offers chewy sweetness. The cookies are then topped with rich milk chocolate.

You’ll need: 

For The Cookies:

• 1 cup of unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup of cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup of white sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 2½ cups of all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon of salt
• ½ teaspoon of baking soda

For The Caramel:

• 40 Kraft caramel cubes, unwrapped
• 2 tablespoons of heavy cream

For The Chocolate Ganache:

• 1 cup of milk chocolate chips
• ¼ cup of heavy cream

Substitutions And Additions

CREAM CHEESE: Full-fat or low-fat cream cheese option would work for this recipe.

ADD-INS: Add chocolate chips or caramel bits to the cookie dough to make this perfect treat even better.

CARAMEL: If you’re short on time or caramel cubes, consider using caramel sauce as a quicker alternative.

Just drizzle it onto the cookie dough before baking, ensuring you get that delightful caramel flavor without the need for individual cubes.

VANILLA EXTRACT: Experiment with different extracts like almond, coconut, or even orange extract to infuse unique flavors into your cookies.

How To Make This Twix Cookies Recipe

These cookies come together in three parts, the buttery cookie, caramel, and chocolate layers. Let’s get baking:

STEP ONE: Preheat the oven to 350°F. 

STEP TWO: Line three baking sheets with parchment paper.

STEP THREE: In a large bowl with a hand mixer, beat the butter and cream cheese together until smooth, usually about two to three minutes.

STEP FOUR: Add sugar, egg, and vanilla to the cream cheese mixture. Then beat until fluffy. Again, usually about two to three minutes.

STEP FIVE: In a separate bowl, stir together the flour, salt, and baking soda. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and beat for about 30 seconds or until well combined.

STEP SIX: Using a cookie scoop or measuring spoon, scoop out the cookie dough in 1½ tablespoon size.

As each cookie is scooped, use your hands to roll it into a ball and then flatten it into a patty about the size of the palm of your hand.

Be careful not to flatten them too thin, they should be about two inches in size.

STEP SEVEN: Place the unbaked cookies two inches apart on parchment paper-lined baking sheets.

STEP EIGHT: Put the cookies into the oven and bake for 9 to 12 minutes until the cookies no longer look wet on top. You don’t want to overbake these.

The cookies will be just slightly brown around the edges when they are done.

STEP NINE: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack while you make the caramel.

STEP TEN: To make the caramel, place all 40 unwrapped caramels and two tablespoons of heavy cream in a medium microwave-safe bowl.

Place in the microwave for 30 seconds, then remove from the microwave and stir.

Then put back into the microwave for an additional 30 seconds and stir until the caramels are completely melted.

STEP ELEVEN: Spoon about ½ teaspoon size of caramel on the top of each cookie.

Drop the caramel on the top middle of each cookie, then use a spoon to slightly push the caramel towards the edges to create a larger circle of caramel.

Make sure it’s not too close to the edge of the cookie, as you don’t want the caramel to drip off the sides.

STEP TWELVE: Place the tray of caramel-topped cookies in the fridge to chill while you make the chocolate ganache topping.

STEP THIRTEEN: In a medium glass bowl, heat heavy cream in the microwave for 30 to 45 seconds, just until boiling.

Remove from the microwave and immediately pour the milk chocolate chips into the heavy cream. Let sit for five minutes before stirring.

STEP FOURTEEN: Stir the chocolate chips with heavy cream to completely melt the chocolate.

Use a spoon to carefully drop about ½ tablespoon of melted chocolate onto the top middle of each cookie.

Use the spoon to push the chocolate more towards the edges but not too close, or it will drip over the edge.

STEP FIFTEEN: Chill the cookies in the fridge until the chocolate is completely set. 

How To Serve

These cookies are amazing and should be savored for an afternoon snack or evening treat.

Serve with a glass of milk, a cup of tea, or a latte.

For a cold drink, serve them with our iced tea, raspberry iced tea, sweet peach iced tea, or our southern strawberry sweet tea on the side

Need a couple more cures for your sweet tooth?

These peanut butter cookie cups have Reese’s peanut butter cups in the center, and these M&M’s cookies are coated in a layer of crunchy M&M’s.

Storage

Now that you’ve baked up a batch of these scrumptious Twix cookies, you might be wondering how best to store them to keep that irresistible freshness intact.

MAKE AHEAD: Simply shape the dough into cookie-sized portions and freeze them on a baking sheet.

Once they’re solid, transfer the dough portions into an airtight container or a zip-top bag.

When you’re ready to bake, there’s no need to thaw the dough; simply place it on a baking sheet and bake as directed, adding a minute or two to the baking time if needed.

IN THE FRIDGE: Homemade Twix cookies can be stored as a flat layer in an airtight container or a bag at room temperature or in the fridge.

They will stay fresh for up to five days.

IN THE FREEZER: This delicious cookie can also be stored in the freezer to extend the shelf life up to three months. 

Why We Love This Recipe

There are plenty of reasons to love these cookies, including:

IRRESISTIBLE COMBINATION: These cookies bring together the beloved flavors of Twix bars in a homemade treat. The combination of buttery cookies, gooey caramel, and creamy chocolate ganache is simply irresistible.

EASY TO MAKE: This recipe is beginner-friendly, with step-by-step instructions that make it accessible to cooks of all levels. You can whip up a batch of these delightful cookies without a hassle.

These cookies taste just like the favorite candy bar that inspired them. The combination of crunchy cookies, a gooey layer of caramel, and a milk chocolate layer is unparalleled.

No need to make a gas station or grocery store run for your favorite candy. Now you can have your very own Twix bars made right in the comfort of your home.

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