Millionaire’S Shortbread Cookie Bars Recipe

Name: Millionaire’S Shortbread Cookie Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE SHORTBREAD:; 1 cup Butter; 2 cups Flour; 2/3 cups Sugar; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 1/2 teaspoons Vanilla; _____; FOR THE CARAMEL:; 28 ounces, fluid Sweetened, Condensed Milk; 2 Tablespoons Butter; _____; FOR THE CHOCOLATE LAYER:; 1 cup Milk Chocolate Morsels; 1/2 cups Semi-sweet Morsels

Servings: persons

FOR THE SHORTBREAD:
1 cup Butter
2 cups Flour
2/3 cups Sugar
1/2 teaspoons Salt
1/2 teaspoons Vanilla
_____
FOR THE CARAMEL:
28 ounces, fluid Sweetened, Condensed Milk
2 Tablespoons Butter
_____
FOR THE CHOCOLATE LAYER:
1 cup Milk Chocolate Morsels
1/2 cups Semi-sweet Morsels

1
To prepare shortbread: Preheat oven to 350F. In a food processor, pulse together butter (cut into chunks), flour, sugar, salt and vanilla until thoroughly blended. Press into two 8-inch square pans or one large cookie sheet with sides. Bake for about 20 minutes until edges are golden brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool.
2
To make caramel layer: In saucepan over medium -low heat, combine milk with butter and allow to boil. Continue stirring for about 10-15 minutes until mixture becomes thick and caramel-colored. Pour over cooked shortbread layer and allow to cool to room temperature.
3
Tip: if you want to make the caramel layer easier, replace the butter and sweetened condensed milk with two 14 oz. cans of dulce de leche. No need to heat, just pour right over the shortbread. I prefer the homemade version, but have used the dulce de leche in a pinch!
4
Chocolate layer: Melt morsels and spread over cooled caramel. Refrigerate and serve in small squares. Enjoy!

1248

kcal

Calories

Fat

125

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE SHORTBREAD:, 1 cup Butter, 2 cups Flour, 2/3 cups Sugar, and more.

Yes, Millionaire’S Shortbread Cookie Bars falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Millionaire’S Shortbread Cookie Bars

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