Homemade Twix Bars Bars
Homemade Twix Bars are made with a shortbread crust, topped with a caramel layer, and then a chocolate layer for a delicious homemade treat. A delicious homemade cookie bars are a great treat for everyone to enjoy.
Servings 9 servings
Calories 367kcal
Equipment
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Ingredients
Shortbread Base
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ⅓ cup granulated white sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure 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
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Freezer Instructions: The bars can be frozen in a single layer in a freezer safe bag up to 3 months. Defrost, overnight in the fridge.
Tip for slicing the bars:
- Run the knife under warm water and dry the knife to ensure fast clean slices.
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- 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
Nutrition
Serving: 1bar | Calories: 367kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 89mg | Potassium: 91mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 561IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 1mg