Easy Twix Cookie Bars with Caramel and Chocolate

Easy Twix Cookie Bars with Caramel and Chocolate. After making these many times, I’ve perfected the recipe for crispy, golden edges and a gooey caramel center. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Meal Prep Steak and Arugula Salad for Dinner and Crispy Keto Zucchini Parmesan Fritters with Sour Cream Dip.

What You'll Need for Easy Twix Cookie Bars with Caramel and Chocolate

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups Twix fun size bars, chopped
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• Optional: Melted chocolate for drizzling (optional)
• Optional: Sea salt for sprinkling (optional)

How to Make Easy Twix Cookie Bars with Caramel and Chocolate

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Step 3: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
5. Step 5: Fold in the chopped Twix bars.
6. Step 6: Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish.
7. Step 7: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
8. Step 8: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving. Drizzle with melted chocolate and sprinkle with sea salt, if desired.

Storing & Reheating Easy Twix Cookie Bars with Caramel and Chocolate

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: The dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days. Bring to room temperature before baking.

Freezing Easy Twix Cookie Bars with Caramel and Chocolate

Not recommended.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Not necessary. Microwave: Not recommended.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a more even distribution of caramel, use a combination of fun size and regular size Twix bars.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the Twix bars with any of your favorite chocolate bars, such as Snickers or Milky Way.
• Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead instructions.
• Scaling: This recipe can be halved or doubled as needed.
• Troubleshooting: If the bars are not cooking in the center, tent the pan with aluminum foil and continue baking.

Easy Twix Cookie Bars with Caramel and Chocolate

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

30 mins

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Total

45 mins

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Serves

24 bars

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Diet

Gluten-free (if using gluten-free flour)

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups Twix fun size bars, chopped

Seasonings

• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Optional Toppings

• Melted chocolate for drizzling (optional)
• Sea salt for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Step 3: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
5. Step 5: Fold in the chopped Twix bars.
6. Step 6: Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish.
7. Step 7: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
8. Step 8: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving. Drizzle with melted chocolate and sprinkle with sea salt, if desired.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a more even distribution of caramel, use a combination of fun size and regular size Twix bars.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the Twix bars with any of your favorite chocolate bars, such as Snickers or Milky Way.
• Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead instructions.
• Scaling: This recipe can be halved or doubled as needed.
• Troubleshooting: If the bars are not cooking in the center, tent the pan with aluminum foil and continue baking.

Storage

• Fridge: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Not recommended.
• Oven reheat: Not necessary.
• Microwave reheat: Not recommended.
• Make ahead: The dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days. Bring to room temperature before baking.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 2g
• Fat: 9g
• Carbs: 24g
• Fiber: 0g
• Sugar: 18g
• Sodium: 120mg
• Cholesterol: 30mg
• Sat. Fat: 5g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

Easy Twix Cookie Bars with Caramel and Chocolate FAQs

A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Twix Cookie Bars with Caramel and Chocolate and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!