Easy Twix Cookies

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Easy Twix Cookies: Your Favorite Candy Bar, Now in a Perfect Sweet Bite!

Get ready to experience pure cookie bliss with these incredibly simple Easy Twix Cookies! Imagine soft, tender, and perfectly buttery cookies, generously topped with luscious, gooey caramel, and finished with a smooth, decadent layer of milk chocolate. It’s all the irresistible magic of your favorite candy bar, transformed into a delightful, handheld treat that’s impossible to resist!

These cookies are a dream come true for anyone who loves the classic combination of shortbread, caramel, and chocolate. Using a convenient cake mix base makes them incredibly easy to whip up, saving you time without sacrificing an ounce of flavor or that perfect texture. They look impressive enough for a bake sale or party platter, but are simple enough for a casual baking day.

Prepare for rave reviews – these Twix Cookies are destined to become a new favorite in your cookie jar!

Ingredients:

  • 1 box (15.25 oz) white cake mix (or yellow cake mix for a slightly richer flavor)
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup salted butter, softened (2 sticks)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 (14 oz) bag soft caramel candies (like Kraft caramels), unwrapped
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk (whole milk or 2% works best)
  • 1½ cups milk chocolate chips (or semi-sweet, your preference)
  • 1 tablespoon shortening or coconut oil (optional, for smoother chocolate)

Equipment:

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer (handheld or stand mixer)
  • Cookie sheets
  • Parchment paper or silicone baking mats
  • Small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl (for melting caramel)
  • Small microwave-safe bowl (for melting chocolate)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Cookie Dough:
    • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
    • Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, all-purpose flour, softened salted butter, large egg, and vanilla extract.
    • Using an electric mixer, beat on medium speed until a soft, uniform cookie dough forms. The dough will be thick and somewhat crumbly but should come together when pressed.
  2. Bake the Cookie Base:
    • Roll the cookie dough into 1-inch balls. Place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared cookie sheets.
    • Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are just set. Do not overbake, as these cookies are meant to be soft.
    • Remove from the oven and let cool on the cookie sheets for 5 minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  3. Prepare the Gooey Caramel Topping:
    • While the cookies cool, unwrap all the soft caramel candies.
    • In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the unwrapped caramels and 2-3 tablespoons of milk. Stir constantly until the caramels are completely melted and smooth. Alternatively, you can melt them in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth.
    • Once melted, remove from heat.
  4. Add the Chocolate Layer:
    • In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the milk chocolate chips and the optional shortening or coconut oil.
    • Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
  5. Assemble Your Twix Cookies:
    • Once the cookies are completely cool, spoon a small amount of the melted caramel onto the top of each cookie. Use the back of the spoon to gently spread it out, leaving a small border.
    • Allow the caramel to set slightly (you can pop them in the fridge for 5-10 minutes to speed this up).
    • Once the caramel is slightly firm, spoon or drizzle the melted chocolate over the caramel layer. You can spread it smoothly or create a decorative pattern.
    • Let the chocolate set completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator (about 15-30 minutes) before serving.

Tips & Variations:

  • Chocolate Drizzle: Instead of fully coating the caramel with chocolate, you can simply drizzle melted chocolate over the top for a lighter touch.
  • Toffee Bits: For extra crunch, sprinkle some toffee bits over the chocolate layer before it sets.
  • Nutty Twist: A sprinkle of finely chopped pecans or walnuts over the caramel layer before adding chocolate can add a delightful crunch and flavor.
  • Storage: Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days, or in the refrigerator if your kitchen is warm, to keep the chocolate firm.

These Easy Twix Cookies are truly a perfect sweet bite—soft, buttery, and loaded with that irresistible caramel and chocolate combination. They’re sure to disappear quickly!

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