Delicious Twix Cupcakes Recipe

24 servings
32 min
Experience your favorite candy in cupcake form! The perfect combination of caramel, chocolate and pieces of Twix candy bar come together with this Twix Cupcake Recipe. Learn how to make these heavenly treats at home and wow your friends and family.
Twix Cupcakes

If Twix is your favorite candy bar and you love yummy cupcakes, then Twix cupcakes are an absolute must-try!

These delectable treats combine the rich flavors of caramel, chocolate, and tender cake to create a mouthwatering experience.

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, a Twix cupcake is guaranteed to be a hit at any gathering.

If you want to add some more candy bar cupcakes to your dessert table be sure to try Snickers Cupcakes too.

We’ll guide you through our easy cupcake recipe and share some tips to ensure your cupcakes turn out perfect every time.

Twix Cupcakes
How to Make Twix Cupcakes


Ingredients:


twix cupcakes

Directions:


Pre heat oven to 350 degrees, and line a cupcake tins with paper liners.

Add the cake mix, water, oil, and eggs to a large mixing bowl and beat on high speed for 3 minutes.

twix cupcakes
twix cupcakes
twix cupcakes

Pour cupcake batter between 24 cupcake liners, when baking, make sure not to overfill the cupcake liners, as this can cause them to spill over and lose their shape.

twix cupcakes

Bake cupcakes for 9-12 minutes until golden brown. A toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.

Allow cupcakes to cool for 1 hour on a wire rack to room temperature.

Cut the miniature twix bars in half.

twix cupcakes

Use the frosting tip to hollow out the center of the cupcakes, about ¼ inch deep.

twix cupcakes

Stir 1 tablespoon of the caramel into the frosting.

twix cupcakes

Use a spoon to add caramel to the hollowed center of each cupcake. Caramel will soak into the cupcake, and that’s what gives it the perfect flavor.

Add the caramel buttercream frosting to a piping bag equipped with the tip, and pipe frosting to top of the cupcakes.

twix cupcakes

Add a half of a mini Twix into the middle of the cupcakes.

twix cupcakes

Sprinkle some crushed Twix bars on top of each cupcake for an extra touch of elegance.

twix cupcakes

Store your cupcakes in an air tight container.


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Twix Cupcake Recipe FAQs


Is Twix a cookie or a candy?


Twix is considered both a cookie and a candy. It is a chocolate bar that consists of a biscuit (cookie) base topped with caramel and coated in milk chocolate.

What is the flavor of Twix?


Twix is a chocolate bar that consists of three distinct layers:


The bottom layer of a Twix bar is a shortbread cookie crust.


The middle layer of Twix is a luscious and creamy caramel.


The entire Twix bar is coated in milk chocolate

What is the secret to moist cupcakes?


The secret to moist cupcakes lies in the following key factors during the baking process:


Accurate measurements of ingredients are crucial for achieving moist cupcakes. Avoid over mixing the cupcake batter. Room temperature ingredients blend better and result in a smoother batter. Be mindful of the baking time. Overbaking can dry out cupcakes. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting or storing them.

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Supplies Needed to Make Twix Cupcakes


Caramel Sauce


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Cookie Scoop


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Cooling Racks


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Cupcake Liners


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Piping Bags & Tips Set for Cake Decorating


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Delicious Twix Cupcakes Recipe
Recipe details
  • 24  servings
  • Prep time: 20 Minutes Cook time: 12 Minutes Total time: 32 min
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Ingredients

  • 15.25 oz chocolate cake mix
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup oil
  • 3 eggs
  • ½ cup caramel sauce, divided
  • 16 oz buttercream frosting
  • 12 fun size Twix bars, cut in half
Instructions

Pre heat oven to 350 degrees, and line a cupcake tins with paper liners.
Add the cake mix, water, oil, and eggs to a large mixing bowl and beat on high speed for 3 minutes.
Pour cupcake batter between 24 cupcake liners, when baking, make sure not to overfill the cupcake liners, as this can cause them to spill over and lose their shape.
Bake cupcakes for 9-12 minutes until golden brown. A toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
Allow cupcakes to cool for 1 hour on a wire rack to room temperature.
Cut the miniature twix bars in half.
Use the frosting tip to hollow out the center of the cupcakes, about ¼ inch deep.
Stir 1 tablespoon of the caramel into the frosting.
Use a spoon to add caramel to the hollowed center of each cupcake. Caramel will soak into the cupcake, and that’s what gives it the perfect flavor.
Add the caramel buttercream frosting to a piping bag equipped with the tip, and pipe frosting to top of the cupcakes.
Add a half of a mini Twix into the middle of the cupcakes.
Sprinkle some crushed Twix bars on top of each cupcake for an extra touch of elegance.
Store your cupcakes in an air tight container.
Reesa @ Mommalew.com
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