Description
These Homemade Twix Bites are delightful mini caramel chocolate bars with a buttery shortbread base, a rich, chewy caramel layer, and a smooth chocolate coating. Perfect as bite-sized treats for sharing or indulging on your own, they capture all the classic flavors of Twix in a homemade, easy-to-make form.
Ingredients
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Shortbread Base
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Caramel Layer
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chocolate Coating
- 1 1/2 cups milk or dark chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable oil (optional, for smoother coating)
Instructions
- Prepare the Shortbread Base: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, softened unsalted butter, and salt. Mix until the dough comes together. Press the dough evenly into a lined 8×8 inch baking pan. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
- Make the Caramel Layer: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the sweetened condensed milk, brown sugar, unsalted butter, and light corn syrup. Stir constantly as the mixture heats to prevent burning. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens and becomes a golden caramel color. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Assemble the Bites: Pour the warm caramel over the cooled shortbread base, spreading it evenly. Allow the caramel layer to cool and set at room temperature for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate to speed up setting.
- Coat with Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler, melt the chocolate chips along with the optional coconut or vegetable oil until smooth. Pour the melted chocolate over the caramel layer, spreading evenly to cover the entire surface.
- Chill and Cut: Place the pan in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the chocolate to set firmly. Once set, remove from the fridge and cut into 16 bite-sized pieces. Store the Twix bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Notes
- Use light corn syrup in the caramel to achieve the perfect chewy texture; honey or maple syrup can alter the consistency.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with vegan butter and use dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Adding coconut or vegetable oil to the chocolate helps create a smoother, glossier coating.
- You can double the recipe and use a larger pan, just adjust baking time accordingly.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
