Millionaire Shortbread Granola Biscuit Bars
Looking for a decadent treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth? Look no further than millionaire shortbread bars! This classic British dessert is a delicious combination of buttery shortbread, rich caramel, and decadent chocolate. Unlike the classic millionaire shortbread, we've added some chunky and crunchy granola to the biscuit base. It will be a sablé biscuit base with chocolate granola drizzled with salted caramel and chocolate and topped with even more chocolate granola and sea salt flakes! They are a healthier version of your usual millionaire shortbread, the chunky nuts make a crunchy, nutritious and more flavorful biscuit. These biscuit bars will surely give you long lasting energy to get you through the day!
A little background on millionaire shortbread..
A little background on millionaire shortbread..
Millionaire shortbread is a classic British dessert that consists of three layers: a buttery shortbread base, a thick layer of caramel in the middle, and a layer of chocolate on top. It is a sweet and indulgent treat that is perfect for special occasions or as an afternoon pick-me-up.
You may have heard of billionaire shortbread as well, they are similar bakes, just that billionaire shortbread is made with salted caramel, while millionaire shortbreads are made with regular caramel.
It is believed that millionaire shortbreads originated in Scotland or England in the mid-20th century. The dessert was originally called "caramel shortcake" or "caramel slice" and was a popular treat in tea rooms and bakeries across the UK.
The name "millionaire shortbread" is believed to have originated in the 1980s or 1990s, possibly as a marketing ploy to make the dessert sound more luxurious and indulgent. The name may have also been inspired by the rich and decadent ingredients used in the dessert, such as butter, sugar, condensed milk, and chocolate.
Despite its relatively recent name, millionaire shortbread has become a beloved classic dessert in the UK and beyond. It is often served at special occasions such as weddings, birthdays, and holiday gatherings, and can be found in bakeries, cafes, and supermarkets throughout the country.
Today, there are many variations of millionaire shortbread, with some recipes adding nuts, spices, or other flavorings to the shortbread base or caramel layer. However, the classic combination of buttery shortbread, rich caramel, and decadent chocolate remains a timeless and irresistible treat.
RECIPE BY VANIECE
YIELD: 16-20 BARS
ACTIVE TIME: 25 MIN
RESTING TIME: 30 MIN
BAKING TIME: 12 MIN
TOTAL TIME: ~1 HOUR 10 MINUTES
INGREDIENTS
- 125g butter
- 80g icing sugar
- 250g plain flour
- 80g chocolate granola
- Pinch of salt
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For the caramel:
- 200g caster sugar 60g butter
- 90ml double cream
- 1/2 tsp salt
For the chocolate sauce:
- 100g dark chocolate
- 75ml double cream
Toppings
- Chocolate granola chunks
DIRECTIONS
- Preheat oven to 180C. Whisk butter until soft and light in colour. Add icing sugar and whisk until creamy white in colour.
- Fold in egg, flour, baking powder, vanilla extract and salt. Mix until just incorporated. Add chocolate granola and mix.
- Wrap the dough with clingfilm and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough into a 20cm x 20cm square and cut into 12 equal pieces. Bake for 15-20 minutes.
- To make the caramel, heat the sugar until amber in colour, add butter and stir vigorously. Add double cream and boil until a dark and golden. Add the salt and allow to cool.
- For the ganache, finely chop the chocolate and place in a mixing bowl. Bring the cream to boil and pour into the chocolate. Stir until chocolate has completely melted.
- Drizzle chocolate ganache and salted caramel over biscuit. Sprinkle chocolate granola on top to decorate