Caramel Shortbread Squares Recipe
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Caramel Shortbread Squares

By: Julia 
"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."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.5 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (472)

What to Drink?

Wine Port
Cocktail Death by Chocolate
Hot Non-Alcoholic Coffee
Prep Time:
10 Min
Cook Time:
25 Min
Ready In:
35 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 1 - 9x9 inch pan
 

Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 1/4 cups milk chocolate chips

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 C).
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 119 | Total Fat: 7.3g | Cholesterol: 17mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 18, 2008 by Kirsten, a cook from Vancouver   view full review
I have made this recipe many times and here are my tips: Double recipe, line 9x13 pan with...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 23, 2002 by LKWILLIS   view full review
The final product tasted great and was a big hit at a potluck lunch at my school, but, one...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 25, 2004 by LindaT Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I made a terrible mistake with these. I gave them all AWAY!! Oh they tasted wonderful. I sort...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 11, 2005 by LindseyJ   view full review
I followed everyone's posting prior to making this great recipe. Double recipe and cook in 9...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 9, 2004 by DONNAINNC   view full review
Fantastic! I made these last night and took the advice of several people and they were...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 11, 2002 by MAIORCACY   view full review
This recipe tastes incredibly good, but I found two problems with it. First of all, it is...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 28, 2005 by JENNIFERLOVESTOCOOK   view full review
This are great!! I've made them many times. Cook the shortbread, let it cool, then place it...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 20, 2003 by ZEKEBULLSEYE   view full review
My co-workers and I loved these. Just like homemade twix bars. Helpful suggestions: They...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 20, 2003 by SUSAN_LINDBERG   view full review
Wonderful! This is exactly what I was looking for. Super easy, and delicious! The caramel was...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 29, 2008 by BROSNANFAN   view full review
Yummy! I found these easy to make and delicious. Brought them in for a potluck and they were...

 

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