This luxurious dessert is a perfect combination of sweet and salty flavors. The buttery shortbread base is topped with a gooey caramel layer and finished with a rich, velvety chocolate topping. A true indulgence for any occasion!
Ingredients
- For the shortbread: 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup butter, 1/4 cup sugar
- For the caramel layer: 1 can sweetened condensed milk, 1/2 cup butter, 1/2 cup brown sugar
- For the chocolate topping: 1 cup chocolate chips, 2 tbsp butter
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a square baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix together flour, butter, and sugar until a dough forms.
- Press the dough into the bottom of the baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown.
- In a saucepan, heat condensed milk, butter, and brown sugar until thickened, then pour over the shortbread layer and chill in the fridge.
- Melt chocolate chips and butter together, then spread over the caramel layer.
- Chill until set, then cut into squares and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Millionaire's Shortbread is also known as caramel squares or caramel shortbread in some regions.
The dessert originated in Scotland and has become a popular treat all around the world.