Easy Twix Cookies
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My Easy Twix Cookie are a soft, chewy cookies start with a simple cake mix base, then get topped with a layer of gooey caramel and a smooth chocolate finish that tastes just like the candy bar we all grew up loving but better. They’re quick to make, fun to decorate, and always the first dessert to disappear at parties.
I love to make cookies with different layers of flavor. It just makes every bite better. Two more you will love are my Chocolate Stuffed Cookies and my Cinnamon Roll Cookies.
Why this Twix Cookie Recipe Works
This cookie delivers big candy‑bar flavor with almost no effort. The cake mix keeps the cookies soft and reliable, while the caramel and chocolate layers give you that classic Twix bite without any complicated steps. It’s quick, crowd‑pleasing, and perfect for everything from bake sales to weeknight cravings.
- Quick to make: Baking in under 10 minutes, which makes them perfect for last‑minute cravings or busy days.
- Ingredients: Minimal ingredients you likely already have on hand.
- Kid Favorite: Kid‑friendly and crowd‑pleasing, ideal for parties, bake sales, and holidays.
- Great texture contrast: Soft cookie, chewy caramel, and crisp chocolate shell.
Why is My Caramel Hardening Before I Can Spread It?
Caramel cools quickly. If it starts to firm up, simply microwave it for a few seconds and stir. Spraying your spoon or silicone spreader with cooking spray also helps it glide smoothly over the cookies.
What Reader’s Are Saying…
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“So good! I am going to have to hide them from the kids, they keep trying to sneak more “
~ Allyssa
Ingredient Notes to Make Twix Cookies
Get the full printable recipe with specific measurements and directions in the recipe card below.
- Vanilla Cake Mix: The cake mix is your shortcut base, giving the cookies a soft, tender texture with perfectly balanced sweetness. It already contains flour, sugar, leavening, and flavoring, so you get consistent results every time without measuring a dozen ingredients.
- Caramels: The creamy caramels create the signature Twix layer: sweet, chewy, and buttery. Melting them gives you a smooth, spreadable caramel that mimics the candy bar without needing to make caramel from scratch (though homemade works beautifully too).
- Chocolate (chips or melting wafers): Melted chocolate forms the final “Twix” layer. Whether you use milk chocolate chips or dark chocolate, it adds a crisp, glossy finish that contrasts perfectly with the soft cookie and gooey caramel. A touch of coconut oil helps the chocolate melt smoothly and set with a clean snap.
Variations and Substitutions for Cookie Dough
Caramel and milk chocolate are a favorite but you can change up the flavors if you like.
- Cake Mix Options: Yellow, white, or chocolate cake mix all work beautifully.
- Buttery Shortbread Cookies Style Base: Swap the oil for melted butter for a richer, more classic Twix cookie texture.
- Caramel: Use caramel bits for caramel onto each cookie.
- Extra Twix Flavor: Add chopped Twix bars on top of the caramel layer.
- Flavor Boost: A splash of vanilla extract deepens the cookie flavor.
- Add‑Ins: Mini chocolate chips, crushed nuts (pecans or walnuts), or a sprinkle of flaky salt. Even chopped twix candy bars.
Special Equipment Needed for Twix Bar
- Cookie Scoop: Use a cookie scoop to make even, uniform cookies.
- Baking Mat: Skip the aluminum foil or parchment paper by placing your cookies on a reusable baking mat for the cookie sheet.
How to Make Twix Chocolate Chip Cookies
Making this Easy Twix Cookie recipe is as simple as mixing a few pantry staples, baking the soft cake‑mix cookies, and topping them with a layer of melted caramel and smooth chocolate. It’s quick, beginner‑friendly, and gives you that classic Twix flavor with almost no effort. Especially for chocolate and caramel lovers.
Get the full printable recipe with specific measurements and directions in the recipe card below.
- Prep: First, preheat oven to 350 degrees, then mix the cake mix, eggs and oil in a large bowl until blended. Then scoop out or roll into balls, and place on a parchment lined baking sheet.
- Bake: Next, bake for 7 to 9 minutes; bake more for crunchy cookies and less for chewy cookies. Then, cool on a wire rack. Allow to cool completely. Meanwhile, melt the caramels and chocolate in the microwave in ten second intervals until smooth.
- Decorate: Finally, spread some of the melted caramel on top of each cooled cookie for the caramel layer and top with some of the melted chocolate for the chocolate layer.
Prep Ahead Suggestions for the Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie
You can make the dough and even scoop them out in advance to get ahead of the baking process. This is an easy cookie recipe.
- Make the dough ahead: Mix the dough and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
- Pre‑scoop the dough balls: Roll into balls and refrigerate or freeze on a tray, then bake straight from cold.
- Pre‑melt the chocolate: Melt and store in a heatproof container; rewarm gently before topping.
Alternate Cooking Methods for Caramel and Chocolate Cookies
Make these cookies in cookie bars. These candy bar cookies are very adaptable.
- Air Fryer: Air fry at 320°F for 5–6 minutes.
- Toaster Oven: Bake at 350°F for 7–8 minutes, watching closely to avoid over‑browning.
- Shaped Cookies: Roll out the dough and cut into squares or rounds for a more “Twix bar” look.
How to Store, Reheat and Use Leftovers
- Storing: Room Temperature: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- Freezer: Freeze baked cookies for up to 6 months; thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Reheat: Warm cookies in the microwave for 5–8 seconds to soften the caramel and chocolate.
- How to Use Leftover:
- Crumble over vanilla ice cream for a Twix sundae.
- Layer into a trifle with pudding and whipped cream.
- Chop and mix into brownie batter before baking.
- Add to a cookie charcuterie board for variety.
Common Questions About Homemade Caramel
Absolutely. Just make sure it’s thick enough to sit on top of the cookie without running.
Bake on the longer end of the 7–9 minute range for crisp edges and a firmer cookie.
Tips for Making Twix Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
These twix bar cookies come out great every time but here are some tips to make them even better.
- Don’t Overmix the Dough: Overmixing makes cake‑mix cookies tough. Stir just until everything comes together for the softest texture.
- Spray Your Spreader: A quick mist of cooking spray on your spoon or silicone spatula keeps the caramel from sticking and helps it glide smoothly.
- Cool Cookies Completely: If the cookies are even slightly warm, the caramel will melt and slide off. Let them cool fully before topping.
- Add a Pinch of Salt: A sprinkle of flaky salt on top balances the sweetness and gives the cookies a gourmet finish.
- Smooth, Shiny Chocolate: Melt chocolate with a tiny bit of coconut oil for a silky texture that sets beautifully.
- Work in Small Batches: If the caramel starts to firm up, rewarm it for a few seconds in the microwave and continue topping.
- Make a Platter with: Double Chocolate Cookies, Snicker Cookies and Cheesecake cookies.
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Easy Twix Cookies
Equipment
- OCTAVO 5 Speed Hand Mixer Electric
Ingredients
- 1 Vanilla cake mix, 1 Box
- 2 Eggs
- ⅓ cup Oil
- 5 Caramels
- ¼ cup Chocolate Wafers, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350
- Mix together the cake mix, eggs and oil. Do not overmix.
- Roll into 1.5 inch balls.
- Place onto a parchment lined baking tray.
- Bake for 7-9 minutes or until there are cracks on the top of the cookies.
- Let cool on baking tray for 10 minutes.
- Melt caramels for 20 seconds in the microwave.
- Melt chocolate for 45 seconds (or until melted) in the microwave.
- Spread caramel on the cooled cookies.
- Top with melted chocolate.
Christina’s Notes
- Add Crushed Twix: Chop Twix bars and place on top of the cookie, or some chewy caramel and mini milk chocolate chips can be used.
- Shortbread: To make delicious shortbread cookies, replace the oil with butter for a perfect balance of flavors.
- Variation tip: Feel free to add a splash of vanilla extract to these cookies for even more rich flavor.
- Alternate Method: Roll out the dough and use a square cookie cutter to make the delicious cookies a fun shape. A cookie form or a round cookie cutter can also be used.
- Dietary consideration tip: Sugar free ingredients can be used in this delicious cookie recipe.
- Nuts: Add a few crushed nuts, such as pecans or walnuts.
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The kids devoured these delicious cookies! So simple and I’ll be making them again.
What a great recipe! My kids are fans:) will definitely make again.
So good! I am going to have to hide them from the kids, they keep trying to sneak more 🙂
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