Best 6 Caramel Chocolate Shortbreads Recipes

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Caramel chocolate shortbread is a delectable treat that combines the richness of chocolate with the buttery goodness of shortbread and the sweetness of caramel, resulting in a heavenly dessert that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. With its crisp and crumbly texture, decadent chocolate flavor, and luscious caramel filling, this classic confection is a favorite among cookie enthusiasts and chocolate lovers alike. Whether you are looking for a sweet treat to enjoy with friends and family or a special dessert to impress your guests, caramel chocolate shortbread is the perfect choice.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CARAMEL SHORTBREAD SQUARES



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These cookies consist of a shortbread crust, firm caramel center, and a milk chocolate top. They are super-easy to make and they take only 20 minutes to bake.

Provided by Julia

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Butter Cookie Recipes     Shortbread Cookie Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 8

⅔ cup butter, softened
¼ cup white sugar
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup butter
½ cup packed light brown sugar
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
½ cup sweetened condensed milk
1 ¼ cups milk chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix together 2/3 cup butter, white sugar, and flour until evenly crumbly. Press into a 9 inch square baking pan. Bake for 20 minutes.
  • In a 2 quart saucepan, combine 1/2 cup butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and sweetened condensed milk. Bring to a boil. Continue to boil for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and beat vigorously with a wooden spoon for about 3 minutes. Pour over baked crust (warm or cool). Cool until it begins to firm.
  • Place chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat for 1 minute, then stir and continue to heat and stir at 20 second intervals until chocolate is melted and smooth. Pour chocolate over the caramel layer and spread evenly to cover completely. Chill. Cut into 1 inch squares. These need to be small because they are so rich.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.7 calories, Carbohydrate 13.2 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 44.5 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

CARAMEL CHOCOLATE SHORTBREADS



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Shortbread alone is a treat, but when topped with layers of caramel, chocolate and toasted coconut, it becomes akin to a candy bar. Using mini chocolate chips makes this recipe super easy - they melt right into the cookie.

Provided by Food Network Canada

Categories     bake,chocolate,dessert,snack

Time 2h

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

¾ cup sweetened shredded coconut
2 stick (1 cup) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
¼ tsp fine salt
¾ cup confectioners' sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting (see Cook's Note)
1 11-oz bag caramels, pieces unwrapped
Nonstick cooking spray, for spraying the spoon
1 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Line a 9-inch square baking pan with aluminum foil, leaving about a 2-inch overhang on 2 sides. Spread the coconut in a single layer on a baking sheet and set aside.
  • Beat the butter, vanilla and salt with an electric mixer on medium speed in a large bowl until smooth and creamy. Add the confectioners' sugar and mix on low until just incorporated. Beat in the flour in 2 batches to make a smooth dough.
  • Lightly flour your hands and press the dough into the prepared baking pan. Bake the shortbread until the edges are firm and the top is dry, 28 to 30 minutes. Top the shortbread with the caramels in an even layer. Return to the oven along with the baking sheet of coconut and cook, tossing the coconut once, until the caramels are melted and the coconut is golden, about 10 minutes.
  • Spray the back of a spoon with cooking spray and use it to spread the caramel all over the shortbread. Sprinkle with the chocolate and let sit until the chips are melted, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with the toasted coconut and let cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Using the foil overhang as handles, lift the shortbread out of the pan and cut into 12 pieces.

CARAMEL CHOCOLATE SHORTBREAD



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A recipe from "Heavenly Brownies", a book given to me by my Cookbook Swap mate, Jubes. The cookbook is from the UK, which is why European measurements are given. You may easily convert them by using the site I frequent, http://www.onlineconversion.com/cooking.htm, and using the weight to volume converter to go from grams or ounces to cups.

Provided by Katzen

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 50m

Yield 12 Bars, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ounces butter, softened (115g)
6 ounces flour (175g)
2 ounces golden caster sugar (55g)
7 ounces butter (200g)
4 ounces golden caster sugar (115g)
2 tablespoons golden syrup
14 fluid ounces condensed milk (400ml)
7 ounces chocolate, broken into pieces (200g)

Steps:

  • Preaheat oven to 180C/350F/Gas Mark 4. Grease and ine the base of a 23cm/9" square pan.
  • Place butter, flour, and sugar in a food processor and process until they begin to bind together. Press the mixture into the prepared pan, and smooth the top. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden.
  • Meanwhile, make the filling. Place the butter, sugar, syrup, and condensed milk in a saucepan and heat gently until the sugar has dissolved. Bring to a boil and simmer for 6-8 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture becomes very thick. Remove the shortbread base from the oven, pour the filling over top, and chill in refrigerator until firm.
  • To make topping, melt chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of gently simmering water (or in microwave, in 30 second intervals.) Remove from heat, leave to cool slightly, then spread or drizzle over caramel. Chill in refrigerator until set. Cut into 12 pieces with a sharp knife and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 526.5, Fat 33.7, SaturatedFat 21.1, Cholesterol 70.8, Sodium 211.8, Carbohydrate 56.6, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 39.1, Protein 7.3

CARAMEL SHORTCAKE OR MILLIONAIRE'S SHORTBREAD



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Shortbread with a caramel layer topped with chocolate; heaven in a bar. A bit fiddly but well worth the effort. Do not be put off by the list of ingredients as you are making 3 items to become 1 deliciously fattening slice. I usually have a queue of family and workmates waiting for it.

Provided by bevs kitchen

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h

Yield 12 squares, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces butter
4 ounces sugar
12 ounces plain flour
8 ounces butter or 8 ounces margarine
4 ounces sugar
4 tablespoons syrup
1 (410 g) can sweetened condensed milk
8 ounces chocolate
1 ounce butter

Steps:

  • BASE (first 3 ingredients):.
  • Cream butter and sugar.
  • Add the flour and stir to make a mixture that is soft and will go together when squashed.
  • Lightly knead and then roll out or place into a deep Swiss roll tin.
  • Press into place with the palm of your hand until even.
  • Prick all over with a fork.
  • Bake in the oven for 25 minutes gas 4.
  • Cool in the tin.
  • FILLING (middle four ingredients):.
  • Place the butter, sugar, syrup, and condensed milk into a pan and bring slowly to a boil.
  • Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Once boiling keep on a slow boil stirring all the time for about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Caramel should be thick and golden.
  • Allow to cool.
  • When cool pour over the biscuit mixture and leave to set.
  • TOPPING (last 2 ingredients):.
  • Melt the chocolate and butter over a pan of simmering water.
  • Spread over top of the caramel layer.
  • Cut into squares or fingers once set.
  • Do not be put off by the stages; very easy and worth the wait. It looks like you have been in the kitchen and slaving over the cooker for hours. You will get compliments with this one.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 684, Fat 45.7, SaturatedFat 28.7, Cholesterol 98, Sodium 340.8, Carbohydrate 68.8, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 39.1, Protein 8.4

MILLIONAIRE'S SHORTBREAD ICE CREAM SLICE



Millionaire's shortbread ice cream slice image

Make this indulgent summer dessert for a twist on the classic bake - layer shortbread, ice cream, caramel and chocolate to create an impressive treat

Provided by Georgina Kiely - Digital food editor, bbcgoodfood.com

Categories     Dessert

Time 28m

Yield Cuts into 12 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 7

350g shortbread biscuits
100g unsalted butter, plus extra for the tin
300g Carte D'Or vanilla ice cream
250g caramel
sea salt flakes, for sprinkling
200g dark chocolate, finely chopped
75g white chocolate, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Butter a 25 x 20cm tin and line with baking parchment. Blitz the shortbread biscuits in a food processor until they resemble breadcrumbs. Or, put them into a freezer bag and bash with a rolling pin. Melt 75g of the butter and stir in the shortbread crumbs. Press the buttery crumbs into the base of the prepared tin using the back of the spoon, making sure the surface is level. Chill for 30 mins until firm and set.
  • Remove the ice cream from the freezer 5 mins before using so it softens slightly and can be easily scooped (do not let it melt). Dollop the softened ice cream evenly over the shortbread base and spread it to the corners using a small spatula or knife. For an even, smooth surface, dip the spatula in a mug of boiling water and pat dry before using. Freeze for at least 4 hrs until set.
  • Spoon the caramel over the set ice cream and spread into the corners, smoothing the surface. Sprinkle over a pinch of sea salt flakes, then return to the freezer while you make the topping.
  • Melt the dark chocolate and remaining butter in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water. Or, do this in 20-second bursts in the microwave. Leave to cool for 5-10 mins, or until it is room temperature. Melt the white chocolate in the same way. Pour the dark chocolate mixture over the set caramel and spread it to the corners, then drizzle over the white chocolate in a zig-zag pattern. Return to the freezer for at least 24 hrs. Cut into 12 rectangles and serve immediately - you can run the knife under hot water to make slicing easier.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448 calories, Fat 27 grams fat, SaturatedFat 17 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 46 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 30 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.31 milligram of sodium

CARAMEL CHOCOLATE SHORTBREAD



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Great for bakes sales

Provided by chizylass

Time 25m

Yield Makes Slices

Number Of Ingredients 7

175g plain flour
55g golden caster sugar
Filling and topping
175g butter
115g golden caster sugar
400g canned condensed milk
200g Plain chocolate (Broken into pieces)

Steps:

  • Grease and line the bottom of a 23-cm/9inch shallow square cake tin. Place the butter, flour and sugar in a food processor ans process until it starts to blind together. Press into the pan and level the top. Bake in a preheated oven, 180'C,350'F/Gas Mark 4, for 20-25 minutes or until golden.
  • Meanwhile, make the caramel. Place the butter, sugar, syrup and condensed milk in a heavy-based saucepan. Heat gently until the sugar has melted. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 6-8 minutes, stirring, or until very thick. Pour over the shortbread and chill in the refridgerator for 2 hours, or until firm.
  • Melt the chocolate and allow to cool a little, then spread over the caramel. Chill in the refridgerator for 2 hours, or until set. Cut the shortbread into 12 pieces using a sharp knife.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor. A good quality dark chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70% will give you the best results.
  • Make sure the butter is cold before you start mixing the dough. This will help prevent the dough from becoming greasy.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixed dough will be tough and crumbly.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the dough hold its shape and prevent it from spreading too much in the oven.
  • Bake the shortbreads until they are just golden brown around the edges.

Conclusion:

Caramel chocolate shortbreads are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with a simple shortbread dough that is filled with a gooey caramel center and topped with a layer of rich chocolate. These shortbreads are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them!

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