Millionaire Bars
Who could resist this trio of buttery, shortbread, smooth, creamy caramel and decadent, rich milk chocolate? Life is good, right?
Servings: 16 Servings
Calories:
Ingredients
Millionaire Bars
Shortbread Crust
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Caramel Layer
- 2 14-oz cans sweetened condensed milk fat-free sweetened condensed milk can also be used, we like Eagle Brand
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Chocolate Layer
- 1 ¼ cups good quality milk chocolate chocolate chips or chopped pieces
- ⅓ cup heavy cream add more
- Optional sea salt sprinkles
Instructions
Millionaire Bars
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line an 8-inch square pan with aluminum foil or line with parchment paper and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
Shortbread Crust
- In a large bowl, using a mixer, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the flour and salt and mix until the dough comes together. Press into the pan. With a fork, pierce the dough all over.
- Bake 25-30 minutes or until lightly browned on top. Set aside to cool completely.
Caramel Layer
- Add sweetened condensed milk and butter to a heavy-bottomed saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat while whisking constantly.
- Continue to simmer over low heat until the mixture thickens and turns into a light amber color, about 15-20 minutes Remember to whisk all the time so the caramel doesn't stick to the bottom of the pot and burn.
- Pour the thickened caramel over the cooled shortbread and spread evenly. Allow to fully cool at room temperature for about 2-3 hours.
Chocolate Layer
- Place the chocolate and cream in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring in between, until the mixture is melted and smooth.
- Spread the chocolate over the caramel layer. Refrigerate the bars until the chocolate is set, at least 1 hour.
- Using the foil overhang, lift the bars out of the pan and transfer to a cutting board.
- Cut into small squares and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- Store any leftovers at room temperature in an airtight container for 5 days.
Notes
If you want to use a different chocolate flavor, go for it! Whatever tickles your fancy!