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Millionaire Shortbread Bars

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These Millionaire Shortbread Bars offer a delightful combination of buttery shortbread, gooey caramel, and rich chocolate, making them a perfect treat for any occasion. Enjoy their indulgent flavors and satisfying textures that will please any crowd.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 16 bars 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • â…“ cup granulated sugar
  • â…“ cup light brown sugar, packed
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk (1 can)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, cut into tablespoon-sized pieces
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • â…“ cup light corn syrup
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
  • Sea salt for sprinkling

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a baking dish with parchment paper.
  • Cream softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt until airy.
  • Add egg yolk and vanilla, then mix to combine.
  • Gradually mix in all-purpose flour, press into the pan, and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  • Prepare the caramel by heating condensed milk, butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt over medium heat while whisking.
  • Continue whisking until the mixture thickens, then add vanilla.
  • Pour caramel over the cooled shortbread and chill.
  • For the chocolate topping, melt chocolate chips and cream together, pour over caramel, and sprinkle with sea salt.
  • Allow to harden before cutting.

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Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to a week.
Wrap tightly and freeze for up to three months for long-term storage.
Feel free to infuse the caramel with sea salt or espresso for added flavor.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg