Description
Savor the luxury of No-Bake Millionaire’s Shortbread Bars with layers of buttery shortbread, luscious caramel, and silky chocolate. This easy, no-bake dessert is perfect for any occasion and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! #MillionairesShortbreadBars
Ingredients
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For the Shortbread Layer:
- 2 cups crushed shortbread cookies
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Caramel Layer:
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Layer:
- 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Shortbread Base:
- Combine crushed shortbread cookies and melted butter in a mixing bowl.
- Press into an 8×8-inch pan lined with parchment paper.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
- Make the Caramel Layer:
- Heat sweetened condensed milk, brown sugar, butter, and corn syrup in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir constantly until the mixture thickens and turns golden, about 10-12 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Assemble the Caramel Layer:
- Spread the caramel mixture evenly over the chilled shortbread base.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour until set.
- Prepare the Chocolate Layer:
- Melt chocolate chips and heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Top the Bars:
- Pour melted chocolate over the caramel layer and spread evenly.
- Chill for another hour until the chocolate is firm.
- Slice and Serve:
- Use parchment paper to lift the bars from the pan.
- Slice into squares or rectangles and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use dark chocolate chips for a less sweet variation.
- Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top for a salted caramel twist.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 400 kcal
