Introduction

These Ultimate Twix-Style Cookies bring together the perfect balance of buttery cookie, gooey caramel, and rich chocolate. They’re a delightful homemade treat that captures the flavors of the classic candy bar in cookie form. Simple to make and sure to impress any sweet tooth!

A close-up of three stacked round treats with three clear layers each: a bottom light brown crunchy base, a middle sticky golden caramel layer, and a top smooth dark chocolate layer sprinkled with large salt crystals. The top treat has a bite taken from the side showing the thick caramel and chocolate textures. The treats sit on white parchment over a white marbled surface with scattered caramel crumbs and salt pieces. The lighting highlights the glossy shine on the chocolate and the rough texture of the caramel photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
3/4 cup granulated sugar

3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
2 large eggs

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt
1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Step 2: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined—avoid overmixing.

Step 4: Scoop the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each cookie apart. Using your thumb or the back of a spoon, gently make an indent in the center of each cookie to hold the caramel.
Step 5: Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes, until they are golden around the edges but still soft in the middle. Allow them to cool slightly on the baking sheet before spooning caramel sauce into each indent.
Step 6: Melt the chocolate chips until smooth—this can be done in a microwave in short bursts or over a double boiler. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the caramel-filled cookies. Let them set completely before serving.

Tips & Variations

For extra richness, use a homemade salted caramel sauce and sprinkle a touch of sea salt on top after drizzling the chocolate.
If you prefer, substitute chocolate chips with chopped chocolate bars for a chunkier texture.
To speed up chocolate melting, warm it gently and stir frequently to avoid burning.

For a chewier cookie, replace half of the all-purpose flour with bread flour.

Storage

Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep them refrigerated for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months. Before serving, allow refrigerated cookies to come to room temperature and soften slightly. The chocolate topping may firm up, so a gentle warm-up can help restore the ideal texture.

How to Serve

A stack of four round cookies sits on a white marbled surface, each cookie with a base layer of crumbly, pale tan cookie dough. Above the cookie base is a thick, smooth layer of golden caramel, topped by a thin layer of toasted, slightly glossy peanut butter with a creamy texture. The top of each cookie is coated with a semi-glossy, dark brown layer of chocolate that drips slightly over the edges. Two cookies on top are broken in half, showing the layers inside with clear contrast between the soft caramel, peanut butter, and crumbly base. The background is softly blurred with warm tones. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these cookies vegan or dairy-free?

Yes, you can substitute the butter with a vegan margarine and use flax eggs or another egg replacer. Use dairy-free caramel sauce and chocolate chips to keep it completely vegan.

Is it possible to use homemade caramel sauce?

Absolutely! Homemade caramel sauce adds a personal touch and can enhance the flavor. Just be sure the caramel is cooled to a manageable temperature before filling the cookies to avoid melting the dough.