Description
Millionaire Shortbread is a decadent dessert featuring three rich layers: a tender, buttery shortbread base, a gooey caramel center, and a smooth chocolate topping finished with flaky sea salt. Perfect for special occasions or indulgent everyday treats.
Ingredients
- For the shortbread layer:
- 2 cups unsalted butter
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 2 extra large egg yolks
- 2½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ + ½ teaspoon salt
- For the caramel layer:
- 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- ⅓ cup plus 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
- For the chocolate topping:
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ⅔ cup heavy cream
- 1½ teaspoons flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a square baking pan with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in egg yolks and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add flour and salt; mix until a soft dough forms.
- Press dough into the prepared pan and bake until lightly golden, about 20–25 minutes. Let cool.
- For caramel, combine sweetened condensed milk, brown sugar, and corn syrup in a saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thick and deep golden, about 10–15 minutes.
- Pour caramel over cooled shortbread and spread evenly. Let it set slightly.
- Heat cream until just simmering and pour over chocolate chips. Let sit for 1 minute, then stir until smooth.
- Spread chocolate over caramel layer and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- Refrigerate for 2–3 hours or until fully set. Slice into squares before serving.
Notes
- Use a warm, sharp knife to get clean slices.
- Make a day ahead for even better flavor and texture.
- Milk chocolate can be substituted for a sweeter topping.
- Store in fridge, but allow to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
- Can be frozen for up to 2 months when wrapped individually.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
