Homemade Twix Bars
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Homemade Twix bars are your favorite candy bar made right in your home with an easy shortbread, caramel, and melted chocolate!
This homemade Twix bar recipe is perfect for wrapping as gifts, bake sales or just to enjoy in the cozy comfort of your home. Try making homemade 3 musketeers, crockpot candy, and peanut butter cups for a complete homemade candy tray!
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Homemade Twix Bars
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Why you’ll love this recipe!
📌 The creamy homemade caramel.
📌 Your favorite candy bar made entirely from scratch!
📌 Easy instructions for each layer to keep things simple.
Homemade Twix Ingredients
- Shortbread layer – Granulated white sugar, all-purpose flour, softened butter.
- Caramel layer – Light brown sugar, butter, sweetened condensed milk, corn syrup.
- Chocolate layer – Chocolate almond bark, vegetable oil.
How do you make Twix candy bars at home? (step-by-step directions)
⭐ First, preheat the oven and line a baking pan with parchment paper. In a medium bowl combine the flour and sugar and cut in the butter until the mixture is crumbly and combined. Press the mixture down into the pan and bake. Let cool.
⭐ Next, melt the butter in a medium saucepan and add in the brown sugar, corn syrup and sweetened condensed milk. Stir and bring to a boil, remove from heat and continue stirring until the mixture thickens.
⭐ Then, pour over the cooled shortbread and let set until the caramel is cooled and firm. Once firm, cut the bars into 2 inch strips and line a flat tray with parchment paper. Melt the chocolate almond bark and oil in the microwave, stirring frequently until melted and smooth.
⭐ Finally, remove each Twix bar and use two forks to cover each bar with chocolate. Make sure to drizzle over the top, sides and dip the bottom to completely coat each bar. Place the tray in the fridge to allow chocolate to set. Once set, remove and enjoy!
Scroll down to the printable recipe card toward the bottom of this article for ingredient measurements and detailed cooking instructions.
Preparation
Can homemade Twix bars be made ahead of time?
Yes, these are great make ahead treats! Make them a day or two in advance and store either at room temperature or in the fridge in an airtight container until ready to serve.
What kind of chocolate to use for homemade Twix bars?
It’s best to use a chocolate that will melt smoothly and set well. We used a chocolate almond bark but you could also use candy melts or chocolate chips.
Can I use dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate for homemade Twix bars?
Absolutely! If you prefer a richer and slightly less sweet flavor, you can substitute dark chocolate for milk chocolate in this recipe.
Can I make larger Twix bars?
Yes! Cut these into the size candy bar you prefer. We did the mini Twix size but you could cut these into squares, longer strips to match a full size Twix, or anything in between!
Storage and leftovers
How long do homemade Twix bars last?
Store these in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days (if they last that long!). You can also store these in the fridge, it’s completely up to your preference.
Can I freeze homemade Twix bars?
Absolutely! These are great for freezing. Make sure the chocolate is set completely and store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge and enjoy!
Tips and tricks
✅ Try using white chocolate or almond bark for a white chocolate version!
✅ Top the homemade Twix bars with sprinkles or some coarse sea salt for added flair!
✅ Make a double batch and freeze some so you have Twix bars on hand for every occasion!
What to enjoy with this easy Twix bar recipe (serving suggestions)
These homemade candy bars are a favorite of ours and my kids devour them usually on the first day! Try whipping up some peanut butter bark, no bake monster cookie bars, and Martha Washington candy for a delicious treat tray!
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- See all our easy dessert recipes!
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- Hostess cupcakes
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- White chocolate covered oreos
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- Shamrock shake
- See all our copycat recipes!
Tools we love
- Casserole dish – We used in 8×8.5″ dish. I love one that comes with a cover.
- Baking sheets – We love these from Nordicware. I use mine constantly.
- Silicone baking mat – Nothing sticks to these, I swear by them!
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How to Make Homemade Twix Bars
Homemade Twix Bars Recipe
Ingredients
Shortbread Layer
- ¼ cup white granulated sugar
- 1¼ cup all purpose flour
- ⅔ cup salted butter softened
Caramel Layer
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- ½ cup salted butter
- ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons corn syrup
Chocolate Layer
- 24 ounces chocolate (we used chocolate almond bark)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
Shortbread Layer
- In a large bowl whisk together the flour and sugar. Add softened butter and beat until mixture is crumbly.
- Press shortbread mixture into a parchment or silpat lined 9"x9" pan. Bake on the center rack of a preheated 350℉ oven for 20 minutes. Remove and set aside to cool.
Caramel Layer
- While the shortbread is cooling, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the brown sugar, corn syrup, and sweetened condensed milk. Bring to a gently boil for 3 - 4 minutes. then remove from heat and stir continuously for about two minutes, or until thickened.
- Pour the caramel mixture over your cooled shortbread and let it set for about 10 minutes in the refrigerator. When it has firmed up, carefully slice into bars. (We cut into mini Twix bar sizes)
Chocolate Layer
- While the caramel layer is setting, melt your chocolate and oil together. You can do this on the stove top over low heat (stirring constantly), or in a microwave safe bowl on high power in 20 second increments (stirring between heat cycles.
- Carefully dip each shortbread caramel bar into the chocolate and then place on a parchment lined tray to set. Allow chocolate to set in a cool area of your kitchen, or in the refrigerator, for about 15- 20 minutes.
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So glad I found this recipe! Couldn’t believe how easy it was to make! Definitely will be making a big batch next time!
These are so much better than store bought! Thank you so much!
Always a hit at our house! I’m definitely making this again!
This is the BEST dessert and so easy! Thanks for the fun recipe!!!!
Dang, I never thought to try and make these on my own. They turned out perfect!
These Homemade Twix Bars were great! They had a crunchy base, gooey caramel, and rich chocolate on top – a delicious homemade version of the classic treat.
The Homemade Twix Bars came out amazing! Crunchy, caramel-filled, and chocolate-topped, they were a hit and so fun to make.
Twix has always been my go-to candy bar. When i saw your recipe I knew i had to make it! Delicious!!!