Description
Twix Cookie Bars are a delightful homage to your favorite candy bar, perfectly crafted to indulge your sweet tooth in the comfort of your home. These layers of buttery shortbread, gooey caramel, and rich chocolate create an irresistible dessert that is sure to impress at any gathering. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just treating yourself, these bars are simple to make and deliver a satisfying crunch with every bite. Their impressive appearance makes them an eye-catching addition to any dessert table, while their customizable nature allows for endless variations. Get ready to wow your family and friends with this easy-to-follow recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup salted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 6 tablespoons salted butter (for caramel)
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (divided)
- 1¼ cups milk or dark chocolate
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cream together room temperature butter and powdered sugar until fluffy.
- Gradually mix in flour and vanilla until dough forms; press into a greased baking dish and bake for 15 minutes until golden brown.
- For the caramel layer, combine corn syrup, granulated sugar, cream, salt, and vanilla in a saucepan. Stir over medium heat until melted and smooth; boil gently for five minutes without stirring.
- Pour warm caramel over the cooled shortbread base and spread evenly.
- Melt chocolate with remaining cream until smooth; pour over the caramel layer and spread evenly.
- Allow bars to cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg