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caramel shortbread

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Recipe by
Ellen Gwaltney Bales
@Starwriter
Indianapolis, IN

Does this look decadent enough for you? I'm afraid I would have to double the recipe and then some! This gives shortbread a whole new identity! Recipe & photo: allrecipes.com

yield serving(s)
prep time 25 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For caramel shortbread

  • 1/2 c
    butter, softened
  • 1/4 c
    white sugar
  • 1 c
    all purpose flour
  • 1/4 c
    ground almonds
  • 3/4 c
    butter
  • 3/8 c
    white sugar
  • 3 Tbsp
    golden syrup
  • 1 can
    (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk
  • 8 oz
    high quality milk chocolate squares
  • 1/3 c
    toasted and sliced almonds
  • NOTE: IF YOU CAN'T FIND GOLDEN SYRUP, YOU MAY SUBSTITUTE EQUAL PARTS HONEY.

How To Make caramel shortbread

  • 1
    In a large bowl, combine 1/2 cup butter and 1/4 cup sugar until pale. Add flour and ground almonds to form a soft dough.
  • 2
    Press dough into an 8-inch square pan that has been greased and lined with parchment paper. OR press equal amounts of dough into 2 8-cup muffin tins.
  • 3
    Bake in a preheated 350-degree oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until pale golden brown. Leave in pan until cool.
  • 4
    FOR TOPPING: Cook 3/4 cup butter, 3/8 cup sugar, syrup,and sweetened condensed milk in a saucepan on low heat. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil for 5 to 7 minutes until it has thickened and has a pale caramel color.
  • 5
    Spread caramel on cooled shortbread, and let set about 40 minutes. Melt chocolate over low heat. Spread melted chocolate on top of caramel and sprinkle with toasted almonds.
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