Millionaires Shortbread Buttery Caramel Chocolate Bars

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang.
2. Combine butter, sugar, flour, and salt in a bowl.
3. Cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared pan.
5. Prick the shortbread all over with a fork.
6. Bake until lightly golden brown, about 30 minutes. Let cool completely in the pan.
7. In a medium saucepan, melt the sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly until it's melted and amber-colored.
8. Carefully pour in the heavy cream (it will bubble vigorously).
9. Stir in the butter and salt until smooth.
10. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the caramel thickens slightly.
11. Pour the caramel over the cooled shortbread and spread evenly.
12. Let it cool and set completely in the fridge.
13. Place the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
14. Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until simmering.
15. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for a minute.
16. Stir until smooth. Stir in the butter, if using.
17. Pour the ganache over the set caramel and spread evenly.
18. Refrigerate until the ganache is set.
19. Lift the shortbread out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang.
20. Cut into bars using a sharp knife. Serve and enjoy Caramel Chocolate Bars with Buttery Shortbread!