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Twix Bar Recipe: Easy and Delicious

Twix Bar Recipe: Easy and Delicious

Buttery shortbread, silky caramel, and a smooth milk chocolate top—these homemade Twix-style bars are simple and irresistible.
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Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 16

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 0.95 cup unsalted butter, softened for the shortbread base
  • 0.45 cup granulated sugar for the shortbread base
  • 2.1 cup all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
  • 0.5 tsp fine salt for the shortbread base
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract for the shortbread base
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter for the caramel
  • 0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed for the caramel
  • 14 oz sweetened condensed milk one can
  • 2 tbsp light corn syrup for smoother caramel
  • 0.25 tsp fine salt for the caramel
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract for the caramel
  • 12 oz milk chocolate chips or chopped milk chocolate
  • 2 tsp vegetable oil for glossy chocolate
  • 0.25 tsp flaky sea salt optional, for topping

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment, leaving overhang.
  • Cream softened butter and sugar for the shortbread until light and smooth.
  • Blend in vanilla and salt, then mix in flour just until a soft, crumbly dough forms.
  • Press dough evenly into the pan. Dock lightly with a fork.
  • Bake 18–22 minutes, until edges are lightly golden. Cool in pan 10 minutes.
  • Cook caramel: melt butter, brown sugar, condensed milk, corn syrup, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  • Simmer 4–6 minutes, stirring, until thick and 238–240°F or deeply golden. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
  • Pour caramel over the warm crust. Spread evenly and chill 15–20 minutes to set.
  • Melt chocolate with oil in a microwave or double boiler, stirring until silky.
  • Spread chocolate over caramel. Sprinkle flaky salt if using. Chill until firm, about 20 minutes.
  • Slice into bars with a warm knife. Wipe the blade between cuts for clean edges.

Notes

Variation: Swap half the milk chocolate with dark chocolate for a richer finish, or add 2 tbsp peanut butter to the melted chocolate for a nutty twist. Storage: Keep bars in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate up to 1 week. For longer storage, freeze up to 2 months.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Twix Bar Recipe: Easy and Delicious flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.