Twix Cookie Cups Recipe

Introduction

Twix Cookie Cups combine a soft sugar cookie base with creamy caramel and a smooth milk chocolate topping. Inspired by the classic candy bar, these delightful treats are fun to make and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with homemade goodness.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (111g) salted butter
• 1/2 cup (115g) granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 egg white
• 1 1/2 cups (228g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 20 caramels, unwrapped
• 1 tbsp milk
• 2 cups (400g) milk chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Step 2: In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Step 3: Add the egg white and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
4. Step 4: Stir in the all-purpose flour and baking powder until the dough is smooth and uniform.
5. Step 5: Roll the dough out to about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. Use a round cookie cutter to cut out cookie circles and transfer them to an ungreased baking sheet.
6. Step 6: Bake the cookies for 6-8 minutes, until they are puffy and no longer glossy. Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack completely.
7. Step 7: While the cookies cool, microwave the unwrapped caramels and milk in a microwave-safe bowl for 1 minute, stirring halfway through, until smooth and creamy.
8. Step 8: Spoon a few teaspoons of the caramel onto each cookie, spreading it to nearly cover the surface. Chill the cookies in the fridge for 10-15 minutes until the caramel sets.
9. Step 9: Melt the milk chocolate chips in 30-second intervals in the microwave, stirring between intervals until fully melted.
10. Step 10: Spread a small amount of melted chocolate over each caramel-topped cookie. Allow the chocolate to cool and harden before serving.

Tips & Variations

• For a richer flavor, use browned butter instead of regular salted butter in the dough.
• Substitute dark chocolate chips for a more intense chocolate layer.
• Use mini cookie cutters to make bite-sized versions perfect for parties.
• To ensure smooth caramel, stir continuously while melting and avoid overheating.

Storage

Store the Twix Cookie Cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To serve, bring them to room temperature for 10-15 minutes or warm gently in the microwave for a few seconds to soften the caramel and chocolate.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the cookie dough ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dough a day ahead and keep it refrigerated. Allow it to come to room temperature before rolling it out.

What if I don’t have a microwave to melt the caramel and chocolate?

You can melt both the caramel with milk and the chocolate chips using a double boiler on the stove for gentle, even heating.

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Twix Cookie Cups combine a soft sugar cookie base with creamy homemade caramel and a rich milk chocolate topping, delivering all the delicious flavors of a Twix bar in a fun, bite-sized treat. Perfect for dessert lovers who want to skip the candy wrapper and enjoy a fresh, homemade snack.

• Author: lina
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 24 cookie cups 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

• 1/2 cup (111g) salted butter
• 1/2 cup (115g) granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 egg white
• 1 1/2 cups (228g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder

Creamy Caramel Topping

• 20 caramels, unwrapped
• 1 tbsp milk

Chocolate Topping

• 2 cups (400g) milk chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cookies.
2. Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a stand mixer fitted with a Flex Edge Beater, cream together 1/2 cup salted butter and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy.
3. Add Egg White and Vanilla: Incorporate 1 egg white and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract into the creamed mixture, mixing until fully combined.
4. Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix in 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon baking powder until a dough forms.
5. Shape Cookies: Roll out the dough on a flat surface to a thickness between 1/4 and 1/2 inch. Use a round cookie cutter to cut dough into circles and transfer them onto an ungreased cookie sheet.
6. Bake Cookies: Bake the cookie circles at 350°F for 6-8 minutes, removing them when they look puffy and are no longer glossy on top.
7. Cool Cookies: Transfer baked cookies to a wire rack and allow to cool completely before proceeding.
8. Prepare Caramel: While cookies cool, microwave 20 unwrapped caramels with 1 tablespoon milk for 1 minute, stirring halfway through at 30 seconds. Stir thoroughly until the caramel mixture is smooth and creamy.
9. Add Caramel: Spoon a few teaspoons of the warm caramel onto each cooled cookie, spreading it until nearly covering the surface.
10. Chill Caramel Layer: Place the caramel-topped cookies into the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes until the caramel is completely cold and set.
11. Melt Chocolate: Melt 2 cups of milk chocolate chips in 30-second intervals in the microwave, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth.
12. Add Chocolate Topping: Spread a thin layer of melted chocolate over each caramel-topped cookie.
13. Set Chocolate: Let the chocolate cool and harden completely before serving your delicious Twix Cookie Cups.

Notes

• Ensure cookies are completely cooled before adding caramel to prevent melting.
• Use high-quality caramels and chocolate chips for the best flavor.
• Store finished cookie cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep the chocolate firm.
• You can substitute milk chocolate chips with dark or white chocolate to vary the flavor.
• For easier cleanup and cookie removal, line your cookie sheet with parchment paper.

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