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Decadent Millionaires Shortbread Bars

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These bars feature a rich, buttery shortbread base layered with silky caramel and topped with glossy bittersweet chocolate, creating a perfect balance of textures and flavors for an indulgent treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 can (14 oz / 396g) sweetened condensed milk
  • 4 tablespoons (60g) unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 oz (225g) semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
  • 1 tablespoon (15g) unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch pan or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup softened butter and ½ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 2 cups flour and ¼ teaspoon salt, mixing slowly until just combined. Press dough evenly into prepared pan.
  4. Bake for about 25 minutes until edges start to turn golden. Let cool completely.
  5. In a saucepan over medium-low heat, combine sweetened condensed milk, 4 tablespoons butter, and 2 tablespoons brown sugar. Stir constantly for about 10 minutes until thickened and caramel colored.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Pour caramel over cooled shortbread and spread evenly.
  7. Chill in fridge for at least 30 minutes to set caramel.
  8. Melt 8 oz chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon butter using a double boiler or microwave in short bursts, stirring frequently.
  9. Pour melted chocolate over chilled caramel layer and spread evenly.
  10. Return to fridge for at least 1 hour to fully set chocolate.
  11. Lift block out using parchment edges and cut into bars or squares with a sharp knife. Warm knife under hot water and dry between cuts for clean edges.

Notes

Do not overmix the shortbread dough once flour is added to avoid toughness. Stir caramel constantly on low heat to prevent scorching. Melt chocolate gently to avoid graininess. Chill bars thoroughly before cutting and warm knife between cuts for clean slices. If caramel is too soft, chill longer. Variations include adding sea salt, nuts, or using dairy-free substitutes.

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