Description
Millionaire shortbread brings layers of buttery bliss to sweet seekers worldwide. Crisp shortbread, silky caramel, and rich chocolate create an indulgent dessert you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Butter:
- 2 cups (4 sticks or 454 grams) unsalted butter, softened
Flour and Sweeteners:
- 2 cups (240 grams) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (220 grams) light brown sugar, packed
Milk and Syrup:
- 1 can (14 ounces or 397 grams) sweetened condensed milk
- 4 tablespoons golden syrup (or light corn syrup)
Chocolate and Flavoring:
- 1 ½ cups (255 grams) semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or unsalted butter (optional, for smoother texture)
Seasoning:
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Create a buttery foundation by gently pressing the shortbread mixture into a lined rectangular pan, ensuring an even, smooth surface. Carefully pierce the dough with a fork to prevent uneven rising during baking.
- Transfer the prepared base into a preheated oven, allowing the delicate shortbread to transform into a golden, crisp layer. Watch carefully as the edges turn a light amber color, indicating perfect doneness.
- Remove the shortbread base and permit it to cool completely, which helps develop a sturdy structure for the upcoming caramel layer. The cooling process is crucial for maintaining structural integrity.
- Craft a rich, silky caramel by slowly melting butter and sugar together, stirring continuously to prevent scorching. The mixture should gradually transform into a deep amber liquid with a glossy, smooth consistency.
- Carefully pour the warm caramel over the cooled shortbread base, using a spatula to spread it evenly across the entire surface. Ensure complete coverage for a uniform flavor experience.
- Melt chocolate using a gentle double-boiler technique, maintaining a smooth, glossy texture without introducing moisture. Stir consistently to prevent any potential burning or separation.
- Gracefully drizzle the melted chocolate over the caramel layer, creating an elegant, marbled pattern. Use a spatula or knife to create decorative swirls if desired.
- Refrigerate the assembled dessert, allowing layers to set and solidify. This chilling process helps create clean, precise cuts when serving the millionaire shortbread.
- Once completely set, lift the dessert from the pan using parchment paper edges. Slice into precise, uniform squares using a sharp knife, wiping the blade between cuts for clean edges.
Notes
- Customize the crust by swapping traditional flour with gluten-free alternatives like almond or coconut flour for those with dietary restrictions.
- Use a food processor to quickly blend the shortbread base, ensuring a consistently smooth and crumbly texture without overmixing.
- Prevent caramel from burning by stirring constantly and using a heavy-bottomed pan which distributes heat more evenly during cooking.
- Chill the dessert for at least 2 hours before cutting to achieve clean, sharp edges and allow layers to set perfectly.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg