Authentic Scottish Millionaire’s Shortbread
A modern twist on a classic Scottish treat, Millionaire’s Shortbread features a delightfully rich caramel and chocolate layer atop the traditionally buttery biscuit. Thanks to one of our Tea-loving families, we’ve got grandma’s secret recipe…straight from the Scottish Highlands!
Servings Prep Time
16squares 30minutes
Cook Time
1 ½hours
Servings Prep Time
16squares 30minutes
Cook Time
1 ½hours
Ingredients
Shortbread Base
Caramel
Chocolate Topping
Instructions
Shortbread Base
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Grease 9-inch square pan with butter, or non-stick cooking spray.
  3. In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar and cornstarch. Mix with a whisk or food processor.
  4. Add the butter. Note: If not using a food processor, you will need to knead the butter thoroughly into the mixture.
  5. Then, mix in the water.
  6. Next, it’s time to spoon the mixture into the pan. It will be sticky, so you’ll need a spatula for this.
  7. Use a fork to pierce the dough, then pop it in the oven!
  8. Bake for 25 minutes until golden, and firm to the touch. Then set aside to cool.
Caramel
  1. Using a whisk, mix the condensed milk, brown sugar, butter, golden syrup and vanilla extract in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Stir continuously until the mixture comes to a boil and begins to thicken into a caramel (this should take about 10 minutes).
  3. Pour the caramel over the shortbread, and leave to set about 20 minutes.
Chocolate Topping
  1. Set a pot of water on the stove, and bring to a boil.
  2. Pour the chocolate and heavy cream into a metal bowl and place on top of your pot of boiling water.
  3. Using a whisk, stir the chocolate and cream until the mixture melts into a smooth, glossy texture.
  4. Then pour the chocolate top over the caramel layer and spread evenly.
  5. Let the pan cool and then place it in the fridge to set. Refrigerate for at least an hour—the longer, the better.
  6. Once the traybake is set, remove from the fridge. Then cut into squares and serve!