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Easy Twix Thumbprint Cookies Recipe

Twix thumbprint cookies combine buttery shortbread, silky caramel, and smooth chocolate to create a treat that tastes like a gourmet version of the classic candy bar.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 155
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 35 soft chewy caramel candies
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 4 ounces milk chocolate melting wafers
  • Flaky sea salt optional

Method
 

  1. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream butter and sugar for 1–2 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in egg yolks and vanilla until fully incorporated.
  4. Add flour and salt; mix on low until dough forms.
  5. Roll dough into 1-tablespoon balls and create deep thumbprint wells.
  6. Freeze the shaped dough for 30 minutes.
  7. Bake at 350°F for 8–10 minutes, then re-indent if needed.
  8. Melt caramels with cream in the microwave until smooth.
  9. Spoon caramel into each cookie and freeze 5 minutes.
  10. Melt chocolate, transfer to a bag, and drizzle over cookies.

Notes

Chilling the dough is essential for perfect shape retention. For a gourmet finish, top with flaky sea salt.