Scottish Caramel Shortbread

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 1

Delicious Scottish Caramel Shortbread

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

330

Sugar

23g

Fat

22g

Scottish Caramel Shortbread, also known as Millionaire's Shortbread, is a decadent and indulgent dessert that is popular throughout the UK and beyond. The dessert consists of a buttery shortbread crust, topped with a layer of rich caramel, and finished off with a layer of chocolate. It is a delicious dessert that is perfect for special occasions or as an afternoon treat. While it may not be the healthiest dessert option, it is definitely worth indulging in every once in a while!

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F
2.	Mix flour and 100 g of sugar in a bowl
3.	Melt 150 g of butter and add to the mixture, mixing until crumbly
4.	Press dough into a baking dish and bake for 20 minutes
5.	In a pan, mix remaining 25 g of butter, cream, and remaining 25 g of sugar, stirring constantly until boiling
6.	Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes
7.	Pour caramel over baked shortbread and let cool
8.	Melt chocolate and spread over caramel
9.	Let cool and then enjoy!

PROS

Delicious, easy to make dessert that is perfect for any occasion.
The combination of buttery shortbread, sweet caramel, and rich chocolate is simply irresistible.

CONS

This dessert can be quite high in calories and sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.
It can also be somewhat time-consuming to make and requires several steps.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not the healthiest dessert option, this recipe does contain some health benefits. The shortbread crust is made with whole wheat flour, which provides some fiber and nutrients. The caramel and chocolate both contain antioxidants, which have been shown to have health benefits.

	200 g flour
	175 g butter
	125 g sugar
	3 1/2 ounces cream
	100 g chocolate