Description
Millionaire Shortbread is a rich, layered dessert made with a buttery shortbread base, a smooth caramel center, and a glossy chocolate topping. It’s the perfect treat when you’re craving something sweet, indulgent, and a little fancy—but still super easy to make at home.
Ingredients
For the Shortbread Base:
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Caramel Layer:
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1/2 cup unsalted butter
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1/2 cup packed brown sugar
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2 tablespoons corn syrup (or golden syrup)
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1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
For the Chocolate Topping:
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1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter (optional, for smoother texture)
Instructions
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Make the shortbread base:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add flour and salt, and mix until a crumbly dough forms. Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until lightly golden. Let it cool completely. -
Make the caramel layer:
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in brown sugar, corn syrup, and sweetened condensed milk. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly, and simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened and golden. Pour the caramel over the cooled shortbread and spread it evenly. Chill in the fridge for 1 hour or until set. -
Make the chocolate topping:
Melt the chocolate chips and butter together in the microwave or over a double boiler, stirring until smooth. Pour over the caramel layer and spread evenly. Chill again until the chocolate is firm, about 30 minutes. -
Serve:
Once everything is set, remove from the pan and cut into squares. Serve chilled or at room temp.
Notes
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For clean slices, warm your knife with hot water and wipe it between cuts.
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You can sprinkle a little flaky sea salt on top of the chocolate before it sets for a sweet-salty twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg