Millionaire Shortbread Bars

Preheat your oven to 350°F and line an 8x8 baking dish.

In a large bowl, mix together butter, brown sugar, and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing until combined. Add the flour and mix until a soft dough forms. Press the dough evenly into your prepared baking dish and bake for 25 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let cool slightly.

While the crust bakes, make the caramel. Add the sugar to a skillet over medium heat and let it melt, stirring occasionally, until it turns a deep golden amber. Add the butter and stir until melted and combined. Remove from heat and slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring until smooth. Let the caramel cool slightly.

Pour the caramel over the baked shortbread and let it cool to room temperature.

For the ganache, heat the heavy cream until just simmering, then pour it over the chocolate chips. Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir until smooth.

Pour the ganache over the caramel layer and spread evenly. Let set at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or until firm. Slice into bars and enjoy every rich, chocolatey, caramel-filled bite 🤍✨