What is the difference between millionaire shortbread and billionaire shortbread?

What’s the difference between millionaire shortbread and billionaire shortbread? Millionaire shortbread has a caramel centre, billionaire shortbread has a decadent salted caramel centre.

Why is millionaire shortbread called that?

Known as Millionaire’s Shortbread, presumably because they are so rich, they consist of a layer of crumbly shortbread, a layer of soft caramel and a layer of chocolate.

Is Carnation Caramel the same as condensed milk?

For my filling, I simply swap the condensed milk for tinned carnation caramel (a.k.a. dulce de leche) instead. This tinned caramel is actually made from sweetened condensed milk so it’s essentially the same thing but it’s pre-caramelised for you!

How do you cut millionaires shortbread without it cracking?

Remove the slice from the fridge and place onto a chopping board 30 minutes before cutting. This will allow the chocolate to soften slightly which prevents it from cracking. Use a knife to gently ‘score’ through the chocolate layer first.

Can I freeze millionaire shortbread?

How Long Can You Freeze Millionaire Shortbread? Baked goods tend to keep fairly well in the freezer in general with little deterioration and millionaire shortbread is the same and can be frozen for up to three months – just the perfect amount of time to use up any leftovers.

What is a billionaire slice?

Product Description. Triple-layered dessert with a gluten free chocolate chip cookie base, topped with layers of salted toffee and coconut chocolate ganache finished with an indulgent chocolate drizzle and splashes of gold.

How do you cut millionaire shortbread?

The best way I’ve found to slice Millionaire’s Shortbread is to use a very sharp knife that’s been held under hot running water. Dry the knife off carefully as it will be hot, then gently press it onto the set chocolate.

Is it safe to boil a tin of condensed milk?

The stove-top method is this: Pour one can sweetened condensed milk into the top of a double boiler; place over boiling water. Over low heat, simmer 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until thick and caramel colored.

Can I use evaporated milk instead of condensed milk for caramel?

I use evaporated milk because it incorporates more easily into the caramel so you are left with creamy caramel sauce every time. That being said, if you only have heavy cream on hand, then yes, you can definitely use it instead of evaporated milk.

What is the best way to cut millionaire shortbread?

How do you keep chocolate from cracking when cutting millionaire shortbread?

**If you struggle to cut your shortbread and tray bakes without the chocolate cracking on top, set it at room temperature rather than in the fridge and it’ll be softer so therefore won’t crack when you cut it! I recommend using a 9″ square tin like this one!

What’s the best way to make millionaire shortbread?

Press mixture evenly and firmly into bottom of prepared pan. Bake in preheated oven until lightly browned, 18 to 22 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack, about 30 minutes. Prepare the Caramel Layer: Stir together condensed milk, brown sugar, butter, cream, cane syrup, and salt in a large heavy saucepan.

How do you make shortbread in the oven?

Heat the oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Lightly grease and line a 20-22cm square or rectangular baking tin with a lip of at least 3cm. To make the shortbread, mix 250g plain flour and 75g caster sugar in a bowl. Rub in 175g softened butter until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.

How much flour do you need to make shortbread?

Lightly grease and line a 20-22cm square or rectangular baking tin with a lip of at least 3cm. To make the shortbread, mix 250g plain flour and 75g caster sugar in a bowl.

How to make shortbread with chocolate and cream?

Pour the caramel over the warm crust; cool for about 15 minutes, or until caramel is set. Place the chocolate and cream in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20 second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is about 75% melted.