Salted Caramel Chocolate Shortbread Bars

Updated at: Wed, 16 Aug 2023 20:32:02 GMT

Step 1

To make the shortbread layer, preheat oven to 325 degrees. Line a 9 x 13" baking pan with parchment paper. In a small bowl combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Stir with a fork to blend and set aside. In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar on medium speed until well blended, about 1-2 minutes. With the mixer on low speed blend in the dry ingredients just until incorporated. Transfer the dough to the prepared pan and press in an even layer over the bottom of the pan. Bake 15-18 minutes or until golden. If the crust puffs up a bit while baking, just gently press it down while it is cooling. Transfer the pan to a wire rack and let cool.

Step 2

To make the caramel layer, combine the butter, sugar, corn syrup and condensed milk in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Heat stirring occasionally, until the butter is melted. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to maintain a simmer, stirring constantly. Continue simmering and stirring until the mixture turns to an amber color and thickens slightly. Pour the mixture over the shortbread layer, smooth the top and allow to cool completed and set. Chill to all the caramel layer to set.

Step 3

To make the chocolate glaze, combine the chocolate, corn syrup and butter in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water. Heat stirring occasionally, until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth. Pour evenly over the caramel layer and use an offset spatula to smooth the top. All to cool for a minute or two then sprinkle with fleur de sel. Chill, covered until ready to slice and serve.

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