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Perfect Chocolate Caramel Shortbread Bars Recipe

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Rich, buttery shortbread layered with smooth caramel and topped with glossy chocolate, these bars are indulgent, nostalgic, and dangerously easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  3. Transfer the dough into your prepared pan and press it evenly to form the base. Use your hands or a spatula to smooth it out. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until lightly golden. Let it cool completely.
  4. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, sweetened condensed milk, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and reaches a rich caramel color (about 10 minutes).
  5. Carefully pour the hot caramel over the cooled shortbread base. Spread evenly with an offset spatula. Let it cool for at least 15-20 minutes.
  6. Either in a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler, melt the chocolate chips and butter together until smooth and glossy.
  7. Pour the melted chocolate over the set caramel layer. Smooth it out with an offset spatula or butter knife. Chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes or until the chocolate is firm.
  8. Use the parchment paper to lift the bars out of the pan. Slice into squares using a sharp knife—run the knife under hot water and dry it before cutting for clean edges.

Notes

[‘Allow each layer to fully set before adding the next to avoid blending or uneven results.’, ‘Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor and texture.’, ‘Cook caramel on medium heat to avoid burning.’, ‘Run your knife under hot water and dry it before slicing for clean edges.’, ‘Store bars in the refrigerator to keep the chocolate and caramel firm.’]

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