Homemade Twix Bars, have a crunchy shortbread crust layered with gooey caramel and a decadent chocolate topping.
Why you'll love this recipe
- Homemade Twix bars are way better than any store bought.
- Make ahead and freeze a batch for those chocolate cravings.
- Doesn't everyone love chocolate and caramel?
Ingredients
When it comes to baking, there are very little changes to suggest. Baking is such a science I recommend following the directions.
Milk chocolate chips work so well. Dark or semi-sweet chips can also be used in this recipe.
Coconut oil mixes so well with the chocolate to give a smooth setting. I don't vary to other oils and always stick to using coconut oil.
Instructions
How to make the shortbread crust
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- In the bowl of your stand mixer, fitted with the paddle attachment, add the softened butter and granulated sugar. No stand mixer, use an electric hand mixer and a large mixing bowl).
- Cream the butter and sugar for 2-3 minutes, until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and gradually mix in the flour.
- Line an 8" x 8" square baking pan with parchment paper.
- Press the dough into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, until the edges are golden brown. Set it aside, let cool.
Make the caramel layer
- In a small saucepan, over medium heat, blend the caramels and heavy cream, stir often until blended.
- Pour over the shortbread crust.Place in the refrigerator for 1 hour or until it sets and hardens.
Make the chocolate layer
- In a small, microwave safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave on 30 second intervals, until fully melted and blended. Stirring in between each interval.
- Pour over hardened caramel. If using, sprinkle the sea salt flakes.
- When the chocolate is fully hardened, slice into squares and serve.
Equipment
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- Stand Mixer
- Microwave
- 8" x 8" Square Baking Pan
- Parchment Paper
- Spatula
Storage Tips
Keep the Twix Bars in the fridge in one layer, otherwise they may stick together. If stacked, the chocolate topping may also get a bit funky.
Keep the bar in the refrigerator in an air tight storage container, covered, for up to 4 days.
Expert tips for success
- The shortbread crust sets thin but rises as it bakes.
- The parchment paper on the baking pan makes it easy to lift out the bars.
- Be sure to let each layer cool in the refrigerator before adding the next layer.
- Run the knife under warm water to ensure fast clean slices.
- Be sure to dry the knife before slicing the Twix Bars
- Use a clean knife to cut even slices.
Variations
- If you have a favorite caramel sauce, feel free to use it in lieu of caramel candies.
- Use any of your favorite chocolate morsels.
- Vegetable or Canola oil can be used in lieu of coconut oil.
FAQs
The bars can be frozen. Freeze the bars in a single layer so the chocolate doesn't stick as it defrosts. I use my food saver to store the bars.
Freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost overnight, in the fridge before cutting and serving.
When we gift these to family and friends, I slice them and wrap pieces individually in either wax paper or cellophane and ribbon.
Sure, as you add each layer, place the pan into the freezer to set quickly.
Related Recipes
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- White Chocolate Peppermint Bark is another favorite that is great for the Holidays.
- Pumpkin Pie Bars, are perfect for any fall day.
- Chocolate Bark, another tasty treat for all.
Recipe Inspiration
My family loves caramel. I've been making these homemade Twix Bars for years. It's easy and the kids love it.
We love the gooey caramel center with the tasty buttery shortbread crust.
I make these for family and friends. They are so pretty wrapped in wax paper and bakers twine Great for a gift basket.
My hope is that you also enjoy making them as much as I do.
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Homemade Twix Bars Bars
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Ingredients
Shortbread Base
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- â…“ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
Caramel Layer
- 11 ounces soft caramel candies
- 3 Tablespoons heavy cream
Chocolate Topping
- 12 ounces milk chocolate morsels
- 2 Tablespoons coconut oil
- sea salt flakes, optional garnish
Instructions
How to make the Shortbread Base
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Line an 8" x 8" baking dish with parchment paper.
- To the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, add the softened butter and granulated sugar.
- Beat on low speed, then increase to medium-high speed for 2-3 minutes, or until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour. Gently mix until all of the flour is incorporated in the butter mixture.
- Pat the dough into the dish.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the edges are starting to turn golden brown. Set aside, let cool.
How to make the Caramel Layer
- In a small saucepan, over medium heat add the caramels and heavy cream.
- Cook, stirring often, until melted, about 5 minutes
- Pour over the shortbread base.
- Place the caramel covered shortbread in the fridge to cool until hardened, about 1 hour.
How to make the Chocolate Layer
- In a small microwave safe bowl, combine the chocolate and coconut oil.
- Microwave on 30 second intervals until fully melted
- Pour over the hardened caramel and top with flake sea salt, if using.
- Place the bars back into the fridge to chill under the chocolate has fully hardened-- about 4-6 hours.
- When the chocolate has fully hardened, slice the bars into your desired size and enjoy.
Notes
- Run the knife under warm water and dry the knife to ensure fast clean slices.
- Be sure to check Expert Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help make a delicious recipe.Â
- I’m not a registered dietician, I do my best to provide the most accurate nutritional values. Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation. Actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes
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