Tasty Twix Cookie Cups

If you’re after a homemade snack with that classic mix of caramel and chocolate, these Twix cookie cups hit the spot. They’re perfect for parties or just kicking back with something sweet at home. With a buttery cookie base, gooey caramel center, and smooth chocolate on top, they’ve got all the right flavors.

I whipped these up when we ran out of Twix bars and everyone loved them. Every bite reminds me of sharing sweets with family.

Ingredients

• Salted butter: adds a rich flavor and keeps the cookies soft Pick good butter for the tastiest result
• Granulated sugar: sweetens and helps the cookie keep shape Use fresh sugar without clumps
• Vanilla extract: gives a warm, sweet aroma Use pure extract for best flavor
• Egg white: holds the dough together without heaviness Always grab fresh large eggs
• All-purpose flour: forms the base so dough won’t fall apart Spoon and level for accurate measuring
• Baking powder: lifts the cookies slightly for a light crunch Double check it’s fresh for best results
• Caramels: make the gooey middle Go for soft caramel candies without wrappers for easy melting
• Milk: blends with the caramel and chocolate Choose whole milk for a creamy finish
• Milk chocolate chips: create a shiny top Pick quality chips so the chocolate melts smooth and glossy

How To Make

Mix cookie dough:

Beat butter and sugar together until smooth and fluffy This makes the cookie base tender

Add egg white and vanilla:

Stir them in just until mixed Don’t overdo it or the dough gets tough

Mix dry stuff:

Whisk flour and baking powder in a bowl then add to wet mix Stir gently until it forms dough Try not to overmix

Shape cookie cups:

Roll dough on a lightly floured surface about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick This thickness holds the filling well Use a cookie cutter and place the rounds on an ungreased pan

Bake:

Cook at 350°F for 6 to 8 minutes Pull them out when they’re puffy and not shiny A little underbaking keeps them soft after cooling

Cool fully:

Move cookies to a rack and let them cool completely This stops caramel from melting too soon

Make caramel:

Heat unwrapped caramels with milk in the microwave Stir halfway till smooth and creamy

Add filling:

Spoon caramel over each cooled cookie Spread near edges without spilling over sides

Chill:

Put cookie cups in the fridge for 10 to 15 minutes until set and cool

Melt chocolate:

Microwave chocolate chips in 30-second bursts stirring each time so it doesn’t burn Spread a thin layer on top of chilled caramel Let it harden before you eat for a nice snap

Store cookie cups in an airtight container inside the fridge for up to five days. The chocolate stays firm while the caramel remains chewy. Keeping them cold stops the caramel from getting too soft at room temp.

Swapping Ingredients

Swap milk chocolate chips for dark ones if you want a stronger chocolate taste Try sea salt caramel for a sweet and salty combo If you like nuts, toss in some toasted pecans under the caramel layer for crunch

Serving Suggestions

These cookie cups taste great chilled. Pair them with coffee or milk for a treat. They’re also awesome with vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of homemade caramel sauce.

Background Info

Cookie cups are a fun twist on regular drop cookies. They’re popular in American kitchens and pack familiar flavors into small, bite-sized sweets. Perfect for get-togethers and holiday parties.

These cookie cups mix different flavors and textures and quickly became a family favorite and a fun thing to bake together.

Frequently Asked Cooking Questions

→ What type of chocolate is best for topping?

Milk chocolate chips give you a sweet and smooth top, but if you want something richer, dark chocolate works great too.

→ How do I keep caramel from soaking into the cookie cups?

Make sure the cookies cool off completely before adding caramel. Putting them in the fridge after helps the caramel set up nice and firm.

→ Can I keep these cookie cups for a few days?

Yep, store them airtight in the fridge to keep the caramel firm and the cups fresh.

→ Why do the cookie cups have such a soft texture?

The mix of butter and sugar, plus baking until the cookies puff up just right without getting shiny, keeps them soft but steady.

→ Can I make these cups taste richer?

Switching out milk for dark chocolate chips adds a deeper cocoa flavor that’s more intense and tasty.