Millionaire Shortbread Bites

Indulge in the ultimate sweet treat with these Millionaire Shortbread Bites, a decadent fusion of buttery shortbread, luscious caramel, and rich chocolate. Perfectly portioned into bite-sized squares, this classic dessert is ideal for sharing at parties or enjoying as an afternoon pick-me-up. The tender shortbread base is baked to golden perfection, topped with smooth, homemade caramel, and finished with a silky layer of glossy dark chocolate. This easy-to-follow recipe, complete with a no-fail caramel technique, will have you creating bakery-worthy confections in under an hour. Whether served as a special dessert or a luxurious snack, these Millionaire Shortbread Bites are pure indulgence in every layer.

Nutriscore Rating: 37/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 36

Ingredients

• 150 grams Unsalted butter, softened
• 70 grams Caster sugar
• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 400 grams Condensed milk
• 2 tablespoons Golden syrup
• 100 grams Light brown sugar
• 200 grams Dark chocolate
• 1 teaspoons Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

To make the shortbread base, beat together the softened butter and caster sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Stir in the flour and salt until the mixture forms a crumbly dough.

Step 3

Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan. Prick the surface with a fork and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until pale golden. Allow the shortbread to cool completely in the pan.

Step 4

For the caramel layer, combine condensed milk, golden syrup, and light brown sugar in a medium saucepan. Stirring continuously, cook over low heat until the sugar dissolves. Increase the heat to medium and continue to stir until the mixture thickens and turns a deep golden color, about 10-15 minutes.

Step 5

Pour the hot caramel over the cooled shortbread, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Set aside to cool for 10 minutes, then chill in the refrigerator until the caramel is firm.

Step 6

Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water or in the microwave in 30-second intervals. Stir in the vegetable oil for a glossy finish.

Step 7

Pour the melted chocolate over the chilled caramel layer, spreading it out evenly. Let the chocolate set at room temperature until firm, or chill for faster setting.

Step 8

Once fully set, remove the shortbread from the pan using the parchment paper overhang. With a sharp knife, cut into bite-sized squares to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1216.2 grams (1216.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5168

Total Fat 226.80g	291%
Saturated Fat 135.20g	676%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.20g
Cholesterol 478mg	159%
Sodium 1213mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 732.40g	266%
Dietary Fiber 20.90g	75%
Total Sugars 521.00g
Protein 72.80g	146%

Vitamin D 32IU	160%
Calcium 1392mg	107%
Iron 36mg	201%
Potassium 3341mg	71%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.8%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 55.7%