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Millionaire's Shortbread

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16 Reviews

Total Time
1h 15m
Prep Time
35m
Bake Time
40m
Serves 24
Serves 24
easy
Easy

About the bake

A timeless classic bake.  This decadent desert originated in Scotland. We have made these into mini squares for little treats. Alternatively- add some Cadbury Creme Eggs at Easter time for an indulgent treat!     

8 ingredients7 steps

    Method

    1. Step 1

      Heat the oven to 160°C (fan 140°C, gas mark 3). Line a 20cm x 23cm tin with baking paper, making sure the paper overhangs slightly so it makes it easier to remove finished cake .

    2. Step 2

      For the shortbread layer, place the sugar, butter and flours into a food processor, whiz until soft dough is made. Spoon into the prepared tin and press lightly to form a smooth base.

    3. Step 3

      Chill for about 20 minutes and then bake for 35 minutes or until golden. Leave to cool.

    4. Step 4

      To make the caramel, place the butter, sugar, syrup and condensed milk into a saucepan and stir over a low heat until the butter has melted.

    5. Step 5

      Bubble and stir the mixture gently for five to eight minutes, until you get a thick and fudge-like mix. Pour over the cold shortbread in an even layer. Leave to cool.

    6. Step 6

      Once the caramel has cooled, chop the chocolate and place in a bowl suspended over a pan of simmering water. Do not let the water touch the bottom of the pan. Stir the chocolate until melted. Spread evenly over the caramel and allow to set.

    7. Step 7

      When ready to serve remove from the tin using the paper to help and cut into little squares.

    Ingredients

    • For the Shortbread

      • 50gBillington's Unrefined Golden Caster Sugar 
      • 150gUnsalted butter (softened) 
      • 250gAllinson's Plain White Flour 
    • For the Caramel

      • 175gUnsalted butter (softened) 
      • 175gBillington's Unrefined Golden Caster Sugar 
      • 4 tbspSilver Spoon Golden Syrup 
      • 397mlCondensed milk 
    • For the Topping

      • 300gDark chocolate 

    Utensils

    • 20 x 23cm tin
    • Baking paper
    • Food processor
    • Saucepan

    Nutritional information per 56g serving

    • Energy 304cal
    • Fat 16g
    • of which Saturates 10g
    • Carbohydrates 36g
    • of which Sugars 28g
    • Protein 3g
    • Salt 0.07g

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