Easy Millionaire's Shortbread

Name: Easy Millionaire's Shortbread
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 24
Ingredients: 250 g plain flour; 75 g caster sugar; 175 g unsalted butter, softened; 100 g butter or margarine; 100 g light muscovado sugar; 397 g sweetened condensed milk; 200 g plain or milk chocolate broken into pieces

Indulge in these decadent layers of buttery shortbread, rich homemade caramel, and smooth chocolate. This classic British treat is surprisingly simple to make and perfect for sharing at any gathering.

Servings24 Portions

Prep Time25 Mins

Cook Time35 Mins

Difficulty

Intermediate

Ingredients

plain flour
250 g
caster sugar
75 g
unsalted butter, softened
175 g
butter or margarine
100 g
light muscovado sugar
100 g
sweetened condensed milk
397 g
plain or milk chocolate broken into pieces
200 g

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan/Gas 4). Lightly grease a 20-22cm square baking tin and line it with parchment paper, ensuring the sides are at least 3cm high.

To make the shortbread base, combine the plain flour and caster sugar in a large mixing bowl. Rub in the softened butter using your fingertips until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.

Briefly knead the mixture until it forms a smooth dough, then press it firmly and evenly into the base of the prepared baking tin.

Prick the shortbread surface lightly with a fork and bake for 20 minutes, or until it is firm to the touch and a very light golden brown. Set aside to cool completely in the tin.

For the caramel layer, place the butter (or margarine), light muscovado sugar, and condensed milk into a saucepan. Heat gently over low heat, stirring constantly with a spatula until the sugar has completely dissolved.