Bite-Sized Twix Cups
Bite-Sized Twix Cups combine smooth chocolate, gooey caramel, and a crispy cookie base into perfect little treat cups. Quick and easy to make, these layered bite-sized desserts offer a delightful crunch and sweet, satisfying flavors ideal for parties, snacks, or any time you crave a rich candy-inspired dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes (plus chilling time)
- Yield: 24 Bite-Sized Cups
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake assembly with chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian (can be made vegan with substitutions)
Ingredients
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For the Cookie Base
- 1 cup shortbread cookies or graham crackers, crushed
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
For the Chocolate Layers
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips (plus a small amount reserved for drizzling)
For the Caramel Center
- 1/2 cup caramel bits or soft caramel pieces
Optional Toppings
- Pinch of sea salt
- Crushed toffee bits
Instructions
- Prepare Your Cookie Base: Crush shortbread cookies or graham crackers finely. Mix with melted butter until the texture resembles wet sand. Press mixture firmly into mini muffin cups or silicone molds to form an even base.
- Melt the Chocolate: Gently melt chocolate chips using a double boiler or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring often to prevent burning. Reserve a small amount for drizzling later.
- Add a Chocolate Layer: Spoon a thin layer of melted chocolate over the cookie base in each cup. Spread evenly and chill briefly until set to create a solid barrier preventing caramel seepage.
- Fill with Caramel: Place small caramel bits on top of the hardened chocolate layer without overfilling to keep each bite clean and manageable.
- Top and Seal with Chocolate: Cover caramel with the remaining melted chocolate, fully encasing it. Smooth the tops and chill until firm and ready to serve.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth chocolate melting and prevent cracking.
- Press cookie bases firmly to keep the cups from crumbling.
- Chill each layer before adding the next to keep layers distinct and prevent mixing.
- Silicone molds make removal easier without breaking the cups.
- Store in a cool place or refrigerator to maintain texture and prevent melting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Bite-Sized Cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 7mg
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