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Twix Bars

Indulgent Homemade Twix Bars that Will Satisfy Your Cravings

These indulgent Homemade Twix Bars combine rich layers of buttery crust, gooey caramel, and smooth chocolate, offering a nostalgic gluten-free dessert for all to enjoy.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Room temperature
  • 1 cup Confectioners' Sugar Can substitute with granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla preferred
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour can be an alternative
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Balanced sweetness
For the Caramel Layer
  • 14 ounces Caramel Store-bought or homemade
  • ¼ cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can be used as a substitute
For the Chocolate Topping
  • 8 ounces Chopped Chocolate Or dark chocolate for a richer flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Shortening Optional

Equipment

  • 9×13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • saucepan
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a 9"x13" baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the butter, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy.
  3. Mix in the flour and salt until a cohesive dough forms, then press into the prepared pan.
  4. Prick the dough with a fork and bake for 35-45 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Let the crust cool for about 15 minutes, then melt caramel with heavy cream in a saucepan until smooth.
  6. Pour warm caramel over the cooled crust and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  7. Melt the chocolate in 30-second intervals in a microwave-safe bowl, adding shortening if desired.
  8. Spread the melted chocolate over the set caramel, then refrigerate for 1 hour until hardened.
  9. Lift the bars from the pan using parchment overhang and cut into 2"x2" squares for serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use quality chocolate for the topping for enhanced flavor. Ensure butter is at room temperature for best results. Store in an airtight container to keep fresh.

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