DIY Twix Recipe: Make Your Own Twix Bars!

Making your own homemade Twix is so worth it! Biscuit base, caramel topped & drenched in chocolate, this recipe is incredibly addictive & tastes even better the next day, plus you can make them any size you want!
Ingredients:
For the Twix biscuit base:
250g Plain flour
100g Caster sugar
200g Butter, melted
For the Caramel centre:
1 Tin Condensed milk
130g Light brown sugar
50g Caster sugar
110ml Double cream
150g Golden syrup
Pinch salt
60g Butter
For Chocolate topping:
300g Milk chocolate chips
FULL RECIPE: barrylewis.net/recipe/homemad...
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00:00 Intro - what is a Twix?
00:28 The biscuit base
03:19 The caramel filling
10:13 The chocolate bit
12:14 Comparison Homemade vs real Twix
#twix #barrylewis #chocolate

[@mrbarrylewis]

Recipe steps with write-up in my own words... barrylewis.net/recipe/homemade-twix-bars/ Phoebe's Custom Art Website: cosycraftz.com/

[@brianm6337]

Rocky Road twix?

[@KJL1995]

I’ll admit I haven’t watched for a while (I have lots to catch up on!) and can’t believe how talented Phoebe is (and how grown up she now is 😅). So glad you’re helping her pursue her talents 🙌

[@JaegerDreadful]

I hope Phoebe can handle all the orders after being exposed to almost a million subscribers hahah.

[@Narut0luva12]

what happened to your new kitchen? You cooked in there like couple of times but thats all. Or did you give up on it.

[@GreeneBean73]

The "bumples" on the top of a Twix bar (or any chocolate coated bar) are from a jet of air that is blow on to the bar as it come out of the enrober. It helps to remove the extra chocolate off the bar.

[@mrbarrylewis]

Awesome, thanks for the heads up!

[@cck6740]

Perhaps run a blow dryer over the surface to cause the "bumples"?

[@waynekerrr9027]

Or a garden leaf blower

[@MeAuntieNora]

I'll blow on them for free, if I can have some homemade Twix.

[@pdughi]

I've always heard the ripples on the top of certain candy bar types referred to as "veins". For crude reasons.

[@annedemarie7480]

Its 00:31 at night i really need to stop watching your videos before bed as i want a twix like right this minute

[@alexdavis5766]

40 seconds in and seeing you say ‘biscuit base’ a couple of times I already have the ‘buttery biscuit base’ song in my head!

[@mrbarrylewis]

haha sorry!

[@Soggy2002]

Nutty. Crunchy.

[@alexdavis5766]

@@mrbarrylewisit’s all good. Also prompted me to buy some vegan twix from a small online seller, so I have them to look forward to

[@GmodPlusWoW]

Same here. I fired up Masterchef Synesthesia after hearing about the buttery biscuit base, and that track is still a banger.

[@justanotherpiccplayer3511]

Me reading 9 words of this comment like BUTTERY BISCUIT BASE I haven't even watched the video yet

[@Pythonaria]

I made Bounty bars the other night. Very easy to make and taste delicious, not to mention they're about twice the size of a shop bought Bounty. I used a mould for the coconut mixture, put them in the freezer for a couple of hours then dipped them into the chocolate. Used a fork to take them out, letting the excess chocolate drip off then put them on a silicon mat on a tray then into the fridge. It's less messy doing it that way. I made 8 big bars. Cost was around £2.50 - £3.00.

[@shamapes]

LOVE BOUNTY BARS❤❤

[@danielsantiagourtado3430]

3:03 WHOA! Phoebe got talent! Specially love the 🫘🫘🫘🫘

[@mrbarrylewis]

thanks

[@danielsantiagourtado3430]

​@@mrbarrylewisjust telling facts❤❤❤❤

[@jwall6006]

Extremely impressed with Phoebe’s artwork. I’m a glass mosaic artist. I do glass mosaic dog portraits. I could not have painted an animal that beautifully at her age. I hope she’ll go on to study this in school

[@DawnShipley1977]

I agree with you...she needs to study this in school. I think she could be a very successful artist that can support themselves with their art.

[@GmodPlusWoW]

I like the buttery biscuit base (anyone else remember Masterchef Synesthesia?). Props to you for making a Gigatwix. Also, Phoebe's been doing some pretty good art. Props to her, especially for that delightful oval sunset. I could see that piece hanging in a surf shop alongside a print of Greendog for the Sega Mega-Drive.

[@OseiBayard]

As an artist myself, seeing you promote your daughter was the sweetest thing

[@samanthahardy9903]

When Mars stopped making the Mars bar with Dark chocolate my dad was really disappointed so I made him some for Fathers day. He passed away a few years ago but I was glad I made his last Father's Day special for him with his favourite chocolate treat. I also like to make my own Bounty Bars as they are getting pricey to buy now.

[@dees3179]

Yes, I make bounty bars. So much nicer than the odd tasting ones from the shop.

[@samanthahardy9903]

@@dees3179 By making your own you can at least get a decent layer of chocolate on them. The same with homemade Kit Kats as the ones in the shops now seem to not have as much chocolate on them like they used to.

[@dees3179]

@@samanthahardy9903 absolutely. And it's real chocolate not chocolate flavoured coating. Ick. 🤢

[@samanthahardy9903]

@@dees3179The cost of Cocoa beans have increased over time and the chocolate manufacturers have used this to justify increasing their prices. However, to maximise their profits they have reduced the amount of cocoa in the chocolate and that's why commercial chocolate doesn't taste the same as it used to. Advertisers often use slogans such as, "New/improved recipe" to fool consumers into thinking the product is better than it was before so people will buy them. When in reality the amount of cocoa has been reduced. Or to cut costs further they change the shape of the chocolate bars to round chunks instead of square ones by literally cutting corners so you get less product as well. At least when you make them yourself you can decide on the size of the product and how much cocoa/chocolate you have in what you make.

[@fnjesusfreak]

I suppose the dark Mars is similar to the US "Milky Way Midnight Dark" which has always been one of my fav (and I still buy now and then). I should see if I can make my own Mounds (same as Bounty but with dark chocolate) - those are way up my alley.

[@louisehorrell8910]

Super impressed with Phoebe's artwork, she's very talented! Will have to look at ordering some of her work. Love the giant twix as well, but I can't really hang that on my wall haha.

[@anotherhopelessuser]

A Twix is basically Millionaires Shortbread

[@lorettapiare3703]

I was today years old when I had this realisation 😅😂

[@fnjesusfreak]

I just realized that partway into the video. They seem to realize it too - she mentions millionaire's shortbread toward the end.

[@dcworld1076]

I like the base base base base I like the battery biscuit base

[@mrbarrylewis]

Deffo!

[@blubcommunitychannel]

Love your videos a good challenge for you make food with one colour in it like orange food or yellow food

[@mrbarrylewis]

oh nice!

[@Rare_Wubbox12372]

cool my mum loves twix so i could make these for her ❤❤

[@mrbarrylewis]

Cool idea, good luck! Careful with the caramel and you'll do great!

[@oliverbooth9167]

My dad would really love to see you do a Topic, such an epic choccy bar supposedly which you can longer get hold of so if you can get one should be a good watch. Love the channel mate 💪

[@TrevUk]

Topic was the best. I didn't know they stopped em. 😢

[@Rhunter350]

Twix is LITERALLY my favorite candy/food lol so why not have more 😂 TRY THE ICECREAM BAR TWIX OH MY so good

[@amarenee2020]

I have bite size Twix in my fridge and don’t want them now! I want to make my own instead! Haha! Thank you for all the videos! Love you channel and have done Bar-a-thon’s about once a month for the past year, rewatching several episodes! Hope that doesn’t seem crazy, I just get a lot of entertainment from them! 😂

[@SingerBabyJay]

That's wonderful for Phoebe!! Such a beautiful picture ❤ Loved this video! You did a great job! I also remember Twix being much better than that too. Unfortunately prices are going up as quality is going down. Just another reason I love your videos, you show us new ways of making our own things which is so much better ❤ Many blessings to you and your family ❤ Congratulations on your beautiful creations Phoebe ❤

[@ge2719]

they make the ridges on the top of the chocolate by blowing the chocolate with a jet of air as it goes along on the conveyor belt, just after it comes out of the chocolate enrober. so the air also cools down the chocolate, helps it set faster and also aids in making sure the bar if fully coated with a thin layer of chocolate.

[@ryanduffy2152]

When you put the "normal" sized Twix side by side with the homemade version, the homemade version is closer to the size of a normal 1 when I imagined a Twix in my head. Crazy how much shrinkflation has hit everything. I knew it existed, just didn't think it'd gotten to that extreme of a stage. 😮

[@brittanywilliams4756]

A couple of videos about homemade bread recipes sounds awesome

[@YaaLFH]

I don't know if you have an Honest Burgers nearby but they have this thing where in addition to common menu there's usually a monthly special, plus each location has a unique burger which is only available in one restaurant and is based on the local area. My local is Camden: Honest beef, taleggio cheese, smoked streaky bacon, white truffle mayo, truffled shoestring fries, rocket and pickles. But my personal favourite is Warren Street: Honest beef, bulgogi BBQ bacon, American cheese, gochujang burger sauce, kimchi, nigella seeds and lettuce - *so* *good.* I'd love to see you try this.

[@quality_rachni]

Omg Phoebe's art is amazing! Will absolutely be checking out her site ❤

[@rilessmiles6590]

Phoebe's artwork is absolutely incredible!! She could definitely retire you and Mrs. B with that talent. :)

[@gabmatth]

your eldest's such a talented painter, wow, well done phoebe!

[@andrewzach1921]

Comment for the algorithm, thanks for the video Barry

[@vizzzyy190]

i love bread making, but i dont do it enough. id love to see a bread series from you!!

[@Mohammed-Wagih]

You're my favourite person to watch ❤ Phoebe is a talented artist, loved her art ❤

[@samhenwood5746]

I love your DIY series & thanks Barry 😋👍

[@G_Fresh_UK]

We used to make these at school in the 80's, when schools still taught cookery. Yes I'm old lol.

[@dominicputland]

Can't wait to watch this after work.

[@Mentski]

This may surprise you, but I'm a fan of big biscuits.

[@Xayida]

Hey Barry try a recipe for Stuckey's Pecan Logs! My Aunt would bring them when traveling down to San Antonio from Dallas. Stuckey's was a rest stop staple and their pecan logs would be a holiday treat that would last months as we'd cut a small piece and eat it since it was so super sweet.

[@LW-bw8or]

Wow that is beautiful art!

[@user-lh4iq7pj3l]

Well done! You should start your new empire in chocolate, making may do a crowd funding for investors. I honestly feel you would be a huge success 👍

[@mathboy1066]

Nice work mate keep it up ❤

[@mrbarrylewis]

:)

[@ezzy525]

I like the base, base, biscuit base, I like the buttery biscuit base!

[@danielsantiagourtado3430]

Your DIY series are the Best barry! Love to binge them! Amd twix are awesome right barry?❤❤❤❤❤

[@JatSingh143]

You sir, are amazing. Subscribed!!! Well done. Your family are lucky. That looks so yumm. I'm gona try it.

[@manchesterfoodieclub]

Great video😊

[@jrw0707]

Thanks Claire!

[@arbof9467]

wow her art is good

[@teacoffee5847]

They look absolutey gorgeous! I am 100% gonna give these ago! You have got my like and sub!

[@user-cj7oo1sp3o]

The preservatives in bread is to extend the shelf life and to help keep the freshness for longer Add in bacum, shortening and gluten As can imagine in bakery's don't make bread and cobs on a small scale but from 32 to 100 killo of dough I've 20+ years bakery expirence

[@acex222]

What's bacum?

[@handsoffmycactus2958]

Bacum ????

[@user-cj7oo1sp3o]

It's a preservative to keep bread and cobs fresh

[@agirlisnoone5953]

We understand the reason for preservatives.... So much of it is garbage for us tho. Better to make your own food without additives or buy without, as needed, not a stockpile of it to last forever.

[@mycookienoshare]

9:01 "That's so much food!", coming from the guy i grew up watching giant food videos from.

[@cookiecookie3542]

Only 24.000 Subs left! You can do it Barry :D I am a huge fan - Greetings from Germany :D

[@shamapes]

I love that word.."BUMPLES" !! ❤❤❤

[@PerMortensen]

0:10 I like the base base base base, I like the buttery biscuit base

[@kiraworthington]

okay I saw that Sun set picture cuz we got the toaster shirt when she made it and I'm like well I just got paid I think I need to go shopping

[@evalynjolliffe7624]

we used to make these every year at christmas. we toped the chocoate when it was a whole slab pouring in waves (for the bumples) then when we cut the strips poored the chocoate on the bottom and sides.

[@schrodingerscat1863]

Haven't had a Twix in years and was quite shocked to see how small they are these days, barely bigger than the miniature ones in the fun size bags.

[@christinebrannigan1288]

That is amazing

[@zeekrfc83]

Wow they look so good I refuse to buy a twix now they go up in price but smaller in size but yours look very tasty 👍

[@alexjohnston8889]

Would love to see you make a box of matchmakers there are many flavours now as well, mint, orange, honey comb the salted caramel are amazing. Maybe you could do a variety box.

[@KrissieMarieEbdane]

This is a great recipe and I haven't even watched the video 😂 Thanks Barry!

[@AndromedaeRD]

I too would like to see more of the "Bumples" Series!!!

[@iandunipace]

sorry your daughters art is amazing. go girl.

[@SwarmDTA]

Id love to see an attempt at M&M's. Seems difficult, and I have no idea how it would be done. Great video!!

[@lordbored2706]

Barry, would love to see you do products on the BDS list ✌🏻🍉

[@Grimhawk-ub8rc]

Here not seen this done much but whats your thoughts on peanut butter and cheese sandwiches

[@PJ_TheAverageGamer]

1:20 NO WAY!!!! Barry has finally worked out how to use baking paper???? I think I'm having a heart attack.

[@TETRINO]

Did you make a left or right twix?

[@milanstevic6196]

Delicious

[@DennisBuys]

Twix used to have Peanut butter bars. they were so good. I quit eating Twix when they discontinued the peanut butter. Supposedly they brought them back, but I havent seen them anywhere.

[@beacht]

Could you do a drifter bar. Those were really good out of the fridge.

[@twocvbloke]

I'm sure someone, somewhere has old Twixes from 30 years ago (that Mr. Ashens hasn't been sent!) to compare how big they used to be versus how small they are now, cos I remember them being quite long, and the king-sized ones (before all that "duo" nonsense) were longer still, back in the days when we made our own decisions on what we ate... :\

[@mctuble]

You really make me want to try to make this... I'm sure I'd mess it up though.

[@Anew1008]

Looks like a king size!

[@ericmcmanus5179]

Is golden syrup different from honey?

[@alexshadowfax1119]

So hard to find a recipe that doesn't use condensed milk for the caramel, I know they exist but they've just disappeared off KZbin, the condensed milk makes a way too soft caramel in my opinion and the flavor is different ,any help out there? Should I just do a regular caramel using sugar and water, then add cream? Thanks

[@iamdb1990]

you really needed Tom here lol

[@Faxanadu_]

It's all about that base base base, the buttery biscuit base.

[@annecathrine8827]

A whole month dedicated to bread making would be great! I would also enjoy a sauce-month, if that’s possible 💖 (I actually need help with sauces because after cancer, I don’t trust the ones you buy in bags at the shops!)

[@brendarigdonsbrensden.8350]

Please please please do a picnic bar ❤️👍🏼

[@emmajones5470]

Am think of making big jam teacake.

[@andybrown4284]

A twix is basically millionaire shortbread that's fully encased in chocolate to hide the small amount of toffee filling. Chunk the butter and it'll melt faster and if you don't have a thermometer you can do a drop test into cold water and feeling the ball of toffee, beating the mix will turn it into fudge. Silicon mat on the cooling rack is good for keeping chocolate away from the wires Instead of making fingers could cut into bite sized cubes

[@SigneofHorses]

Isn’t this a recipe for millionaires shortcake as well? It looked sooooo yummy before the cutting up part.❤

[@SigneofHorses]

Oops.. didn’t watch till the tasting with mrs Barry.. 😅

[@KaWouter_]

Did you temper that chocolate?

[@killinitgaming5781]

You should do milkyway next

[@erikevenson4303]

the factory uses an enrober for its chocolate then a blower fan to cause the ridges.

[@dhawthorne1634]

Caramel is just partially burned sugar. What most people call "caramel" such as caramel sauce, caramel filling, &c, is actually butterscotch (because of the addition of cream and butter). The only true caramel topping I've seen lately are those coffee shop syrups like Monin, Amoretti, Torani and Da Vinci. Their caramel is usually just a simple syrup made from actual caramel.

[@ZombieQueen819]

New Subscriber 🎉🎉🎉

[@SteveSingsThings]

As George Costanza once said… “Twiiiiiiiiiiiiix!!!!!!!!!”

[@Kuffen90]

If you are doing it just to get the cost down, i think of this whenever i do something to save money. What do i value my time as, so normaly i take what i make at work for reference so about 20quid an hour, or if you value your time above what you make at work, just add that into the cost. Its also easy to add in value for hobby or satisfaction for making it to pull the price down. Cus if the cost ends up the same but you enjoy doing it, its probobly worth it. There are loads of factors, but if cost is the main one, calculate the cost of your time too, you could spend that doing something you like or go out and mow yards for extra income :)

[@MrMit50101]

Random question but does someone know who the artist is for the music played when covering the twix in chocolate?

[@raymondless1036]

This is absolutely pucker

[@rhondawest6838]

Twix is the poor man's millionaire's shortbread

[@melaniehoyle5483]

Twix bars used the be the entire length of my hand. Now they barely fit the size of my palm. They're also much sweeter than I remember too, probably made that way so you'll not think twice about their size when you're stomach is already rejecting the pound of sugar you just swallowed.

[@tejay9416]

A huge part of the low key marketing that goes into stuff like chocolate bars is the idea that only we the chocolatiers can make a superior piece of candy and you'll never achieve this at home!!! Quite the opposite tho 😂😂😂

[@crowdaddy6472]

can you try making giant polly woffle bar

[@taloan9699]

for the bottoms, you could spread a layer on a baking sheet, put the bars down on that, cool it, then cut them @mrbarrylewis

[@caz_007]

All the way through I was going 'you're just making millionaire shortbread' then Mrs B said it 😂😊

[@U014B]

You have to make a Zagnut next.

[@jensmadsen4439]

If you are making a series about bread, you must try rye bread... It is much healthier than all the white bread and we Danes eat it almost daily throughout our lives... You should generally try more recipes from Denmark, I know you will love many of our specialties and if you are up for it I have a challenge for you, which of course triggers a suitable prize with everything good from Denmark... 😀👍

[@robertaqueen6113]

You can make caramel sauce from sweet condensed milk,by slowly heating the can in low boiling water for a few hours… It is possible to eliminate some of the ingredients, thus saving some money.. just an observation, on the caramel part.

[@hooklineblinker1285]

Watching this has made me realise that a twix it just a millionaire shortbread in disguise... Best of luck with your daughters art stuff, it looks awesome.

[@hooklineblinker1285]

I made this comment before watching to the end 😂😂😂

[@overheardatthepub1238]

Hell, now I want twix

[@jasonhenley1985]

There was a channel four series where they got chefs to recreate different brands

[@matthewm1149]

You need to look at how it's made the way chocolate waves are made they blow air over the chocolate as it cools