White Chocolate Millionaire Shortbread – DonnaDundas.co.uk

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Savor the enchanting allure of white chocolate millionaire shortbread. A superb combination of rich shortbread, decadent caramel, and velvety white chocolate.

Millionaire shortbread stands as one of my preferred delights, and I believe this is the ultimate white chocolate millionaire shortbread. I adore layered treats in general, but that thick layer of velvety caramel makes it truly exceptional.

I also cherish that you can top it with nearly anything. I commonly prepare mini egg millionaire shortbread during Easter and chocolate orange millionaire shortbread for Christmas.

This recipe for white chocolate millionaire shortbread is a major favorite. It’s sugary, gooey, and crunchy. Incredibly delightful and straightforward to make too!

Why White Chocolate Millionaire Shortbread is Superior

White chocolate millionaire shortbread is superb because:

• You can slice it into small or large squares or opt for White chocolate millionaire slices instead.
• It requires no embellishment, but would stand out with something vibrant like Smarties or even fruit such as raspberries.
• It’s easier than it appears.
• The rich shortbread pairs excellently with creamy white chocolate.
• It’s quite sticky and somewhat messy, which I genuinely appreciate.

Components for White Chocolate Millionaire Shortbread

You don’t require numerous ingredients to whip up this white chocolate millionaire shortbread recipe. I utilize:

For the Shortbread Biscuit Foundation:

Margarine– I prefer butter over margarine for a rich buttery taste when creating shortbread cookies. You may do the same here, although with the added layers, I never believe it’s essential. If you opt for unsalted butter, ensure it’s at room temperature.

Caster Sugar– Some individuals favor brown sugar, but I consistently use caster.

Plain Flour

For the Caramel Center and Chocolate Topping:

Condensed Milk

Margarine

Caster Sugar

Vanilla Essence

Golden Syrup

White Chocolate

How To Prepare While Chocolate Millionaire Shortbread – Step-by-Step

I always find caramel shortbread appears complicated. The layers and caramel create a daunting impression, but it truly isn’t.

My top recommendations are to keep stirring, particularly around the edges, but if your caramel sticks, it can burn swiftly, utilize baking paper, and refrain from attempting to cut it too early!

You can find complete instructions and measurements in the recipe card at the bottom of this article too.

Step One – For the Biscuit Foundation

Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C (fan-assisted) and line a deep 8-inch square pan with greaseproof paper. I use reusable paper.

Step Two

In a large bowl, whisk the butter and sugar together until airy. I do this with a hand whisk, and it only takes moments.

Phase Three

Incorporate the flour.

Phase Four

Combine until it forms a dough. I prefer doing this with a wooden spoon.

Phase Five

Pour into the baking dish and utilize the back of a spoon to flatten and spread it to the edges until it’s uniform and fills the dish. Typically, I use my fingers. It’s simpler.

Phase Six

Bake in the oven for 20 minutes until the cookie turns golden brown.

Phase Seven

Let it cool in the tin. You can also place it in the fridge while preparing the caramel.

Phase Eight – For the Caramel Layer

Combine the butter, syrup, sugar, vanilla, and condensed milk in a small saucepan and gently heat while stirring continuously.

Phase Nine

Bring it to a boil then lower to a simmer.

Phase Ten

Keep stirring persistently and vigorously for 10 minutes until the caramel thickens, paying special attention to the edges where it’s prone to stick to the bottom of the pan.

Phase Eleven

Take it off the heat and pour the thick caramel over the biscuit, ensuring an even spread.

Phase Twelve

Allow it to set in the fridge for at least one hour. Once it’s mainly cool, you can place it in the freezer briefly to ensure it’s firm. The same applies to the chocolate layer.

Phase Thirteen – For the Chocolate Layer

Carefully melt the chocolate using a Bain Marie/Double boiler.

Phase Fourteen

After it’s smooth, pour it over the caramel and evenly distribute.

Phase Fifteen

Allow it to set completely in the fridge, or freeze it if you’re short on time.

How to Cut White Chocolate Millionaires Shortbread Without Cracking

How to neatly slice millionaires shortbread is a frequent inquiry, and you might notice from my images that a piece of mine has broken.

The likelihood of slicing it all perfectly without any cracking is low, I would say. However, there are a few strategies you can implement to minimize cracking and achieve relatively neat squares.

Firstly, give it ample time to cool and set. Each layer should be chilled before adding the next, and the white chocolate must be solid and cold.

Once it’s fully set, I employ a knife to mark lines into the top so that I know where to cut and can do it swiftly.

Subsequently, I use a large, sharp knife to slice through with minimal movement.

Prior to slicing, I run my knife under very hot water and then wipe away any excess moisture with a clean towel.

Lastly, I press the knife into the lines I marked and push down firmly. It glides through the chocolate and caramel, requiring just a bit more pressure to cut through the biscuit base.

I also suggest cleaning the melted chocolate off the knife between each cut to ensure it’s tidy and cuts smoothly. If the blade cools down, warm it under more water.

Adorning White Chocolate Caramel Shortbread

I generally don’t adorn my white chocolate caramel shortbread. It’s perfectly fine as it is.

However, you could add any type of chocolate or candies on top. I recommend freezing them first so they don’t melt when added to the hot white chocolate.

How to Preserve Millionaire Shortbread with White Chocolate?

As I write this, it’s very hot, so mine are in the fridge. Even then, the chocolate melts while you eat!

If your kitchen is reasonably cool, you can store them in an airtight container on the counter.

You can also freeze white chocolate millionaire shortbread. I advise placing a piece of baking paper between them so they don’t stick prior to freezing in an airtight container.