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Twix Cookie Bars

Twix Cookie Bars


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  • Author: Emilia
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x

Description

Twix Cookie Bars are a delightful homemade treat that perfectly captures the essence of the beloved candy bar. With a buttery shortbread base, gooey caramel center, and rich chocolate topping, these bars are sure to impress at any gathering or satisfy your sweet cravings on a cozy night in. Whether served at parties or enjoyed as an afternoon snack, their irresistible flavor combination will have everyone coming back for more. Easy to make with simple ingredients, this recipe is accessible for bakers of all levels.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup salted butter (room temperature)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 6 tablespoons salted butter (for caramel)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light corn syrup
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream (divided)
  • 1¼ cups milk or dark chocolate

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, cream together room temperature butter and powdered sugar until fluffy. Gradually mix in flour and vanilla until combined.
  3. Press the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 20 minutes until golden.
  4. For the caramel layer, combine butter, corn syrup, granulated sugar, and half of the cream in a saucepan over medium heat until dissolved; boil for about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in remaining cream and vanilla; pour over cooled shortbread base.
  6. Melt chocolate and remaining cream together until smooth; pour over caramel layer.
  7. Allow to set before cutting into squares.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 160mg
  • Fat: 19g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg