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Cheesy Arepas Delight

Cheesy Arepas Delight

Make Cheesy Arepas Delight with a Twix cookie twist. Shortbread, caramel, and chocolate layers in an easy homemade treat.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Setting Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 26 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 11 oz soft caramel candies, unwrapped
  • 2 tablespoons evaporated milk or heavy cream
  • 2 cups high-quality melting chocolate wafers or semi-sweet chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Rolling pin
  • Round cookie cutter (1.5-2 inch diameter)
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream the softened butter and powdered sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Beat in the vanilla extract.
  4. Gently add the flour and salt, mixing just until the dough comes together in a soft ball.
  5. Roll the dough out to about 1/4-inch thickness on a floured surface and cut into round cookies.
  6. Place cookies on prepared baking sheets and bake for 14-16 minutes until edges are faintly golden.
  7. Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet.
  8. In a medium saucepan, combine unwrapped caramels and evaporated milk over medium-low heat, stirring until melted and smooth, about 5-7 minutes.
  9. Let the melted caramel cool slightly, then spoon onto the center of each cooled cookie, spreading almost to the edges.
  10. Melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
  11. Spread a layer of melted chocolate over the caramel on each cookie quickly before it sets.
  12. Allow chocolate to harden completely at room temperature or place cookies in the refrigerator for faster setting.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These cookies are great for gifting or parties and can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze them for up to 2 months. Let thaw at room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving. For a fun variation, try using dark chocolate for the coating or add a sprinkle of sea salt on top of the chocolate for a gourmet touch. Enjoy your baking!
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