Ultimate Twix-Style Cookies Recipe
These Ultimate Twix-Style Cookies combine a buttery, soft cookie base with gooey caramel and a rich chocolate drizzle, reminiscent of the beloved Twix candy bar. Perfectly balanced with a soft center and crispy edges, these homemade treats are an irresistible delight for any chocolate and caramel lover.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Filling and Topping
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the room temperature unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to incorporate fully.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each about 2 inches apart. Gently make an indent in the center of each cookie to hold the caramel filling later.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges turn golden but the centers remain soft. Remove from the oven and allow cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheet.
- Fill with Caramel: Once slightly cooled, fill the indents in each cookie with caramel sauce, spreading gently without overflowing.
- Melt and Drizzle Chocolate: Melt the chocolate chips until smooth using a microwave or double boiler. Drizzle the melted chocolate evenly over the cookies and let them set completely before serving.
Notes
- You can use store-bought caramel sauce or make your own homemade caramel for a richer flavor.
- For best results, use room temperature butter to ensure the cookie dough creaming process is smooth and creates a tender crumb.
- If you prefer milk chocolate, it will give a sweeter taste; semi-sweet chocolate offers a balanced bittersweet contrast to the caramel.
- Allow cookies to cool slightly before adding caramel to prevent it from melting and spreading too much.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
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