Description
Millionaire Shortbread, also known as Chocolate-Caramel-Nut Bars, is an indulgent dessert that captivates with its layers of buttery shortbread, luscious caramel, and rich chocolate. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, these bars are easy to make and can be customized with your favorite nuts or chocolate varieties. One bite will transport you to dessert paradise!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until smooth. Gradually mix in flour and cornstarch until a crumbly dough forms. Press into the baking dish.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sweetened condensed milk and additional butter, stirring continuously until thickened into caramel (about 5 minutes).
- Pour warm caramel over the cooled crust; sprinkle with nuts if desired.
- Melt chocolate chips in the microwave and spread evenly over the caramel layer.
- Let set before slicing into bars and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg