Best 4 Caramel Shortbread Squares Recipes
Calling all shortbread fans! Get ready to embark on a delectable journey of flavors and textures with our curated collection of the most delectable caramel shortbread squares recipes. These tantalizing treats combine the classic goodness of crumbly shortbread with the irresistibly sweet and rich taste of caramel, creating a perfect harmony that will satisfy your cravings. Whether you prefer a traditional take or a fun twist on this classic, our article will guide you through the process of creating mouthwatering caramel shortbread squares that will surely impress your family and friends.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
CARAMEL SHORTBREAD SQUARES
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
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 SHORTBREAD SQUARES
This recipe is a first place winner in a local competition the recipe is by Michelle Everett. I have not made it but it sounds so good I thought I would let you be the judge
Provided by Bergy
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 45m
Yield 36 squares
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix 2/3 cup butter, 1/4 cup sugar& 1 1/4 cups flour until the mixture is crumbly.
- Pat into a 9" pan.
- Bake at 350F for 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile bring the caramel ingredients to a boil and boil for 5 minutes then pour over the shortbread base.
- Cool.
- Melt chocolate in a double boiler and pour over the cooled caramel shortbread Cool- cut into small squares.
CARAMEL SHORTBREAD SQUARES
These bars consist of a shortbread crust, firm caramel centre and milk chocolate top. The are super-easy to make and everyone loves them.
Provided by laursy
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 50m
Yield 48 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- PREHEAT oven to 350 degrees.
- MIX in a medium bowl 2/3 cup butter, 1/4 cup white sugar and 1 1/4 cup flour until evenly crumbly.
- PRESS into 9 inch square baking pan and bake for 20 minutes.
- COMBINE in a 2 quart saucepan 1/2 cup butter, brown sugar, corn syrup and 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. Cool until it begins to firm.
- MELT chocolate and pour over caramel layer making sure to cover the layer completely.
- CHILL and cut into squares.
MILLIONAIRES SHORTBREAD OR CREAMY CARAMEL AND OAT SQUARES
This is a well used recipe in my house-everybody loves it, and it's so simple to do! I sent some of these to my husband's office as part of a Christmas cookie platter, they fought over these-so I guess they liked them! N.B-If you need help with conversions please see HokiesLady's review!
Provided by Noo8820
Categories Kid Friendly
Time 50m
Yield 12-16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Beat the butter and sugar until fluffy, and then beat in the flour and oats.
- Press the mixture into an 8" square tin, and bake at Gas mark 4 for 25 minutes until golden. Allow to cool.
- For the caramel filling, mix all of the ingredients in a pan until well combined and boil over a low heat until thick-about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour over the biscuit base and leave to set.
- Melt the chocolate and pour over the caramel, leave to set, but just before it gets too hard, mark out your portions. If you do it when completely set, the chocolate shatters.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 268.7, Fat 15.2, SaturatedFat 9.4, Cholesterol 30.3, Sodium 94.1, Carbohydrate 32.1, Fiber 2, Sugar 18.8, Protein 4.6
Tips:
- Use high-quality butter for the best flavor. Unsalted butter is preferred so you can control the amount of salt in the recipe.
- Make sure the butter and cream cheese are softened to room temperature before creaming them together. This will help to ensure a smooth batter.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can pulse the butter and flour in a blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Then, press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- For a richer caramel flavor, use dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar.
- To make the caramel sauce, use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent the sugar from burning. Stir the sugar constantly until it dissolves and turns a deep amber color.
- If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test the caramel sauce by dropping a small amount into a glass of cold water. If the caramel hardens immediately, it is ready. If it doesn't harden, continue to cook the sauce for a few more minutes.
- Allow the caramel sauce to cool slightly before pouring it over the shortbread crust.
- Refrigerate the caramel shortbread squares for at least 2 hours before cutting and serving. This will help the caramel to set and firm up.
Conclusion:
Caramel shortbread squares are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With a buttery shortbread crust and a rich caramel filling, these squares are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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