These Twix cookies are buttery shortbread rounds topped with gooey caramel and silky milk chocolate. A rich, crowd-pleasing dessert made easier with the help of pressure cooking and a few smart shortcuts.
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
Add vanilla, then mix in flour and salt until combined into a dough. Do not overmix.
Shape into 1-inch balls and place on baking sheet. Flatten slightly with glass bottom.
Bake for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden. Let cool on a wire rack.
Melt caramels and evaporated milk in microwave until smooth. Spoon 1 teaspoon on each cookie.
Let caramel set for 20 minutes before proceeding.
Melt chocolate chips and shortening in microwave until smooth.
Spoon chocolate over set caramel layer on each cookie.
Let chocolate harden completely before storing or serving.
Notes
Store in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage. Let cookies come to room temperature before serving if chilled.