What does Millionaire shortbread contain?

With buttery layers of crumbly shortbread, sticky caramel made with our creamy Carnation Condensed Milk and rich dark and white chocolate , these little squares really hit the jackpot! If you like to make your own shortbread, try our Classic Millionaires Shortbread recipe.

What is the history of Bhagsu cake?

This popular dessert originated in the town of Bhagsu in Himachal Pradesh . It is a delightful treat that is enjoyed by both locals and visitors. The charming town of Bhagsu, which is situated in the Dharamshala region of Himachal Pradesh has a strong connection to the creation of Bhagsu Cake.

What is another name for Millionaire's shortbread?

Caramel shortbread, also known as caramel squares, caramel slice, millionaire's shortbread, millionaire's slice, chocolate caramel shortbread, or Wellington squares is a biscuit confectionery composed of a shortbread biscuit base topped with caramel and milk chocolate.

Why is shortbread expensive?

As shortbread was made with butter, sugar and flour , it would be both expensive and difficult to get hold of the ingredients, and so became synonymous with wealth, luxury and celebrations.

What is the oldest cake in the world?

The Egyptians gave us the world's oldest known cake –and also the world's oldest Tupperware as it happens. During the reign of Pepi II from BCE 2251 to 2157, bakers mixed up a wheat dough for flatbread and filled it with honey and milk. The dough was poured into two pre-heated copper molds that fit tightly together.

Which country is known as the cake of the world?

Scotland is known as the land of cakes and it is famous for its oatmeal cakes as in old times, oatmeal cakes were baked only in Scotland.

Who made the first cake in the world?

The first cakes were very different from what we eat today. They were more bread-like and sweetened with honey. Nuts and dried fruits were often added. According to the food historians, the ancient Egyptians were the first culture to show evidence of advanced baking skills.

What's the difference between caramel shortbread and millionaire shortbread?

Names: They go by different names depending on where you are. In the UK, it's usually Millionaire Shortbread, and in Australia, it's Caramel Slice or sometimes Caramel Shortbread. Extra Stuff: Sometimes, you'll find Millionaire Shortbread with added goodies like sea salt or nuts.

What's 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 . Can shortbread biscuits be frozen? Yes shortbread cookies and biscuits (even with caramel and chocolate) freeze perfectly.

Why is it called Millionaire shortbread?

The “millionaire's” to millionaire's shortbread means added decadence to the dessert, which is an upgrade from regular shortbread. So there are three main parts to this recipe. The shortbread, the caramel, and the chocolate ganache.

What's the difference between Scottish shortbread and regular shortbread?

As mentioned above, the main differences between the two styles of cookies are butter content and inclusion of leavening agents. These differences result in very different texture and taste experiences. No matter your preference, you can be sure to get a quality product from Walkers Shortbread.

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by: Anitalectric

February15,2012

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Earl Grey and Five Spice Millionaire's Shortbread Recipe on Food52 (1)

Makes 16 bars

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Author Notes

Years ago, my friend Sara traveled to rural India. She contacted me with photos and a plea. I had to learn how to make Bhagsu cake, a dessert from the mountain village where she stayed, so that she would never have to go without it.

After some research, I discovered that Bhagsu cake was a spinoff of an English dessert called millionaire's shortbread. Each candy-bar shaped piece consisted of three layers; shortbread, caramel and chocolate. All well and good, but it begs for an exotic twist.

My version gives it that. The layers are; five spice shortbread, Earl Grey caramel, and bergamot infused chocolate. The top is flecked with bits of candied bergamot peel, to look like gold nuggets. Because that is what millionaire's eat, right?

Test Kitchen Notes

This recipe is the perfect opportunity to add a decadent vegan & gluten free dessert to your repertoire. The shortbread is flavorful and buttery (without butter!), the caramel rich and chewy, and the chocolate silky on top. The 5 spice and Earl Grey are wonderful exotic compliments to one another. While some ingredients require an extra stop at your local Asian food market it is worth the adventure! —Jenny B

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Ingredients

Earl Grey Five Spice Millionaire's Shortbread
1 ¹/₂ cupscoconut milk
1 cupsugar
¹/₂ cupagave nectar
2 tablespoonslooseleaf Earl Grey tea
¹/₄ teaspoonsea salt
1 pan 5 spice shortbread (recipe follows)
5 ouncessemisweet chocolate
¹/₄ cupextra virgin coconut oil
1 teaspoonpure vanilla extract
1 bergamot (optional)
2 cupssugar (optional, to make bergamot syrup)

Five Spice Shortbread
¹/₂ cupplus 2 tbp extra virgin coconut oil, room temp
¹/₂ cupbrown rice flour
¹/₂ cupcoconut flour
¹/₂ cupground almonds
¹/₄ cuptapioca starch
¹/₄ cupsugar
1 tablespoonfive spice powder
¹/₂ teaspoonpure vanilla extract
¹/₄ teaspoonsalt

Directions

Earl Grey Five Spice Millionaire's Shortbread
To make Earl Grey caramel:Bring the coconut milk to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in tea leaves. Cover and allow to steep for 10 minutes. Whisk and then strain out leaves, being sure to press out all possible liquid (the last drops will have the most flavor). Reserve milk.
Over low heat, simmer 3/4 cup of the tea infused coconut milk with the sugar, agave and salt until it reaches 234°F (soft ball stage). Add the remaining milk and heat to 248°F (hard ball stage). Please note, this will take at least an hour. You do not have to monitor it constantly, but you do have to stir once in a while to prevent burning. Use this time to make the shortbread (see recipe below).
Remove caramel from heat and pour over shortbread. Spread into an even layer. Chill to set.
If using bergamot, remove peel and cut into 1cm thick strips. Add, along with juice, to small pan with 1 cup sugar. Simmer for about 20 minutes, until peels are candied and syrup is thickened. Remove peels and place, submerged, in another cup of sugar. Reserve syrup in a heatproof bowl.
Place syrup over double boiler and melt chocolate and coconut oil into it. (If you are not using bergamot, omit syrup from this step). Stir until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and a pinch of salt.
Pour chocolate mixture over caramel in pan and spread into even layer. While it is cooling, remove some bergamot peels from sugar and chop fine. Sprinkle over top of chocolate.
Chill completely and cut into 16 bars. Store them chilled in a tightly sealed container.

Five Spice Shortbread
Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat a 1/4 size sheet pan and parchment paper liner with shortening or oil.
Sift together the dry ingredients except for sugar.
Beat the coconut oil, sugar and vanilla. Fold in dry ingredients until incorporated and mixture is crumbly.
Transfer to pan and press into an even layer. Chill in freezer for at least 5 minutes before baking.
Bake for 15-20 minutes until edges are golden but middle is still slightly soft. Remove to a rack to cool.

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Alice December 3, 2017

I have just bought some Bergamot fruits and have been trying to find a good recipe for them. This is just what I'm looking for Thank you xx

carla December 31, 2016

I made the shortbread to start and must be missing something and would love to get this right. The pan calls for a 1/4 sheet pan but how thick or what size should the cookie be when spread out? I went ahead and spread it out to 1/4 thick in a square. Cooked it and cooled followed everything. After cooling it was like dust when picked up. I tasted it also and it coated my throat to the point I was choking. Really I am not kiddin it is still bothering me! I had others follow with me and they had the same problem! Cooking Cookie party! What did we do wrong. We have all the ingredients and want to complete the bars they look awesome! Thanks for any help!

mela December 13, 2015

There's an organic dark chocolate made with bergamot, which might solve the problem of its being seasonal. Also easier!

creamtea March 2, 2012

beautiful, Anita!

Anitalectric March 1, 2012

Thank you for your comments and thank you Jenny B for your flattering testing notes. You made my day!

Bevi February 22, 2012

These look stunning, Anita.

lapadia February 19, 2012

Earl Grey is one of my favorites…this is tantalizing Chocolate & Spice euphoria; loved reading your head note, too!! Beautiful photo...

Anitalectric February 15, 2012

The extra cup of sugar used to store the bergamot peels is to help remove any bitterness leftover from the pith, and to keep them from sticking to each other. The longer they are left in the sugar, the less bitter they will be. After using all the peels, this sugar will be perfumed and can be added to other recipes, stirred into drinks, etc. You probably won't use all the peels in this recipe, which is nice because they add so much flavor to desserts.