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Ultimate Twix-Style Cookies

Homemade layered cookies with shortbread, caramel, and chocolate topping.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 24 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
Caramel Layer
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Chocolate Topping
  • 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tsp vegetable oil optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking pan
  • Wire rack
  • Saucepan
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla extract.
  3. Gradually mix in flour and salt until a soft dough forms.
  4. Press dough into prepared pan. Bake 20–25 minutes until lightly golden. Cool completely.
  5. In a saucepan, melt butter and stir in sugar. Slowly add cream and bring to gentle boil. Stir in vanilla.
  6. Pour caramel over cooled shortbread. Let set 1–2 hours.
  7. Melt chocolate chips and oil if using. Spread over set caramel. Cool completely.
  8. Slice into bars and serve. Store in airtight container.

Notes

Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor. Warm knife for cleaner cuts.