Twix Like Bars
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Twix Like Bars, a homemade treat that tastes just like the popular candy bar but better! This layered dessert features a buttery, golden shortbread crust paired with a luscious caramel filling made from scratch, and a smooth chocolate topping for the ultimate trifecta of flavors. Perfect for satisfying dessert cravings, these bars are surprisingly simple to make with pantry staples like sweetened condensed milk, dark chocolate, and golden syrup. Ready in just under an hour, they’re ideal for sharing at parties, gifting, or simply enjoying as an everyday indulgence. With their rich, gooey caramel and crisp cookie base, these Twix-inspired bars promise to be your new favorite homemade candy recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 226 grams Unsalted butter (softened)
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 260 grams All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 397 grams Sweetened condensed milk
- 150 grams Light brown sugar
- 113 grams Unsalted butter (for caramel)
- 100 grams Golden syrup or light corn syrup
- 200 grams Dark or semisweet chocolate
- 1 teaspoon Vegetable oil or coconut oil (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a 9x9-inch (23x23 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring the edges hang over for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined to form a soft dough. Do not overmix.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan. Prick the surface with a fork to prevent bubbling and bake for 18-20 minutes or until lightly golden. Let it cool completely in the pan.
In a medium saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, brown sugar, butter, and golden syrup. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and reaches a light golden caramel color (approximately 10-15 minutes).
Pour the caramel over the cooled shortbread base and spread evenly. Allow it to cool and set completely, either at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
Melt the chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water or in the microwave in 30-second increments. Stir in the vegetable oil or coconut oil if using, to make the chocolate smoother.
Pour the melted chocolate over the set caramel layer and spread evenly. Tap the pan gently to remove air bubbles.
Allow the chocolate to set completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator. Once set, lift the entire dessert out of the pan using the parchment overhang.
Slice into bars of your preferred size using a sharp knife. For cleaner cuts, warm the knife slightly with hot water and wipe dry between cuts.
Serve and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7061 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 378.6 g | 485% | |
| Saturated Fat | 234.9 g | 1174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 875 mg | 292% | |
| Sodium | 1826 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 866.6 g | 315% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.1 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 644.2 g | ||
| Protein | 70.9 g | 142% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 1441 mg | 111% | |
| Iron | 37.3 mg | 207% | |
| Potassium | 3138 mg | 67% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
