How to Make Millionaire's Shortbread with Elle Simone Scott | ATK Cooking School

Millionaire's shortbread is an incredible cookie with three layers of shortbread, chewy caramel, and snappy chocolate.
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[@SandyMilne-j1n]

These are so delicious!

[@MegInWhispers]

excellent explanation!

[@PinkeeLee]

I volunteer to be taste tester, quality control for Elle. it's going to be a tough job but I think I could do it.

[@toddsalkowski448]

Really looks delicious, but that really seems like a lot of effort.

[@staciewagner7653]

I have wanted to try these for years. I have been scared though - but seeing it explained makes me less scared! I love how ATK explains everything. Looks so good.

[@gatewaysolo104]

I made them over Christmas. They were not difficult to make. If i had any self control I would make them more often

[@brendafain9962]

@Stacie Wagner. You can do it Stacie. It is a delicious candy and you will make a lot of people happy. It does take time to make, so give yourself at least five hours. I usually let the shortbread get a little darker. I like golden brown. I use ghirardelli chocolate. I wrap them individually and voila! Great little gifts. Go for it. God bless.

[@houchi69]

Made it the other day, incredibly easy actually. I didn't press down the cookies, didn't really have any problem cutting them, plus I didn't want the shortbread to feel dense. For the caramel, I will make sure everything is incorporated first, and stir constantly. Periodically is not enough. The mixture is thick, and it will burn very quickly. Also, I didn't bother tempering the chocolate, just melt the chocolate completely and pour it over, then leave it in the fridge. It still hardened very well. Maybe not a snappy texture, but won't affect the taste at all. Lastly, I sprinkled some flaky sea salt on top, and really made the difference.

[@seeker296]

gl with the tempered chocolate!

[@debipowell9509]

Can Elle teach us how to make the perfect Caramel Cake??? That frosting is a bear! Would love a caramel cake, and caramel frosting!

[@sycosis331]

2.5 cups flour 0.5 cups sugar 3/4 tsp salt 16 tbsp melted unsalted Butter Dock, 350 for 25 to 30 mins. Press, cool 20 mins 14 oz sweet condensed milk 1 cup brown sugar 0.5 cup corn syrup 8 tbsp unsalted butter 0.5 tsp salt 0.5 cup heavy cream Cook at medium stirring frequently 236-239 degrees (20ish mins) Pour caramel over crust. Cool 1.5 hrs at room temp 6 oz bittersweet choc chopped 2 oz bittersweet choco grated Microwave the chopped choc slowly Once all melted add grated choc and stir. Add to surface of cookies and chill until set Cut into fingers

[@kdmdlo]

Hold on ... didn't Bridget make these with Julia back in 2019? It's the same recipe and process. What's up ATK?

[@steveraglin7607]

Great hack for chocolate tempering -- using finely grated chocolate to finish the process is brilliant! 👌

[@windermere2330]

You had me at Twix! Mmmmmmmmm homemade Twix!

[@a.phillips6892]

Loved this! Thank you Elle for this great recipe! I’m making this weekend!💯💯💯🤗🤗🤗🥰🥰🥰

[@trevorashton1750]

I finally tried these last month and they are one of the best baked goodies I’ve ever made. I’m so glad I watched this video - I live in a high altitude and did not know that water boils at a lower temperature here. It was taking forever to get the caramel tempered without burning, so I took it off heat about 10 degrees early because I was worried it cool off and be crunchy life toffee. The caramel is perfect! I may try adding pecans to the filling sometime to see how it goes. Perfect recipe!

[@interestedobserver9352]

Good job Elle - well explained and it looks delicious.

[@AmandaLander]

I want to make this so bad, but I know I’ll eat the whole thing! I accept the challenge 😋

[@normapaschich6341]

Thanks for the high altitude tip for temping the caramel. Would really appreciate more high altitude instructions. Not everyone is in Boston!

[@jayburris6252]

Thank you for mentioning the high elevation changes!!! Living at 8500ft above sea level makes a huge difference in cooking caramel and other candies.

[@dazuotv]

Thanks for a very nice video on how to make a Millionaire shortbread 👍

[@katrinaassoumou6400]

I am going to try this even though I am not a millionaire. Amen

[@Claudi771]

Too much sugar isn’t good for anyone. That’s what I say. Okay 👍

[@jimbo0715]

This recipe has made me very popular with my neighbors!! I have added cinnamon to the shortbread - put in a layer of pecans between the shortbread and caramel - so many things can be added. I have made the caramel - several times - and poured it into glass canning jars and gave them as gifts. The caramel is silky smooth and can be spooned out - microwaved for a few seconds and spread on all kinds of stuff - or just eat a spoonful - it is delightful!! My next experiment will be to put it in the snowflake pans to see if I can make big squares!!

[@leapintothewild]

Great idea for jars! I’m thinking perfect for my homemade ice cream… ❤️😋

[@alexanderivory-brown118]

THANK TOY ELLE!!!! That looks great!

[@theburr]

So good! I like to add flaked sea salt on top to offset the sweetness.

[@mechellemaree]

This recipe always seemed so involved and complicated to me, so it’s never been added to the list of ATK recipes I want to try….Until today! The amount of tips and information you shared was fantastic. Thank you Elle!!

[@debipowell9509]

Excellent video and instruction!!! Would love to see more from her!!!

[@johneta7665]

Ms Elle~ talented, charismatic and simply beautiful 🤩

[@jengus1951]

No worries about lasting a week, lol! These look so yummy!!!

[@Hobo_X]

I would take that thing out of the tray at the end and call it my emperor-sized single candy bar

[@Xelbiuj]

I've been putting off making this for years, since I first seen it on foodwishes, I think I'll try it.

[@trevorashton1750]

Do it! This is an excellent recipe

[@Nancie_McDermott]

This was fabulous! I learned so much from Elle, and I’m ready to make this treat again, with wonderful results because she covered all the places things went wrong on my first try with a different recipe. Thanks, Elle and ATK!

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I love Elle! Thanks for the recipe ATK!

[@kathleenberkheiser264]

I have wanted to make these for a while now. They look absolutely delicious.

[@Onlythetruth247]

So have I

[@pinkbutterfly6878]

Reminds me of a Twix bar

[@catherineking6325]

🤤Look so yummy, Yes This will be my new treat for my family 😊

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You are natural teacher and I love your approach. I’ve watched oodles of this recipe on KZbin, and you reign supreme!

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THEY ARE SO MUCH BETTER THEN TWIX - ITS NOT EVEN CLOSE

[@chassanaly]

What is the best substitute for corn syrup please? I can't find it here in Madagascar. Thank you

[@Nancie_McDermott]

Lyle’s Golden Syrup was called for in another recipe for this treat, a recipe from the UK.

[@patrickmurphy4297]

...I have made this a couple of times...each and every time, I mess up the caramel sauce...I always scorch it. Is there any grocery-ready shelf brand that would work in this recipe? Maybe with some "augmentations" to the sauce? Any...ANY help on this would be extremely appreciated.

[@tqoliver]

Looks great. I'm making this!!! ❤️ Thank you

[@cristinagarza1068]

All my favorite flavors and textures!! They looks great!! If I wanted to add nuts, could I add them into the caramel? Or would that mess up the texture?? I could always just sprinkle nuts on the top! 🤔🤔🤔😋😋😋

[@kathyflinn8070]

Elle Simone is the best chef and baker!

[@sophieg8522]

Don't get me wrong - I love Elle - but I hate repeated recipes! Bridget and Julie already did this! Let's see something NEW!! What about a Polish "szarlotka" or "makowiec"? I don't think ATK has ever done "golabki" (cabbage rolls)... All I mean is - let's some new or not-so-popular things! Anyway:)

[@effielarkin3044]

Looks delicious. Going to try making this soon.

[@nanschafer9999]

I was afraid too, and my 2nd attempt was definitely better than the first-didn’t cook the caramel layer long enough first time- but oh my, the taste is out of this world. SO delicious! ,

[@Colleen-w5o]

I love to watch this woman. She is easy to watch explains everything.

[@annienewton3999]

Thank god it’s a British biscuit and Greggs Bakery make an amazing one and Thorntons ❤

[@jeanineruby]

16 tablespoons = 1 cup = 2 cubes of butter

[@Cynthia00007]

2 sticks 🧈 =1Cup

[@BookUnbinder]

This video was full of soo much knowledge! Caramel and chocolate success tips are truly priceless!

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Yep, I’ll be trying this one for sure. Thanks!!

[@bigboy13a]

I makes these once a year. Everyone goes nuts for them.

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Hmmm hmm hmmmmm😋 ! Thanks Elle ! ( and ATK)!

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perfect teaching style. Thank you so much

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The best presenter ATK has ever had!

[@emilymuliro]

I’ve made these before and they were a hit!

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Elle is awesome.

[@michaellupu2080]

This looks fantastic! Is there any suitable substitute to the corn syrup? I really can't find any in my country.

[@ebick77]

Do you have rice syrup or cane syrup? Those should be interchangeable with corn syrup. You could try honey, but it might get a softer caramel consistency.

[@michaellupu2080]

@@ebick77 thank you for your insight. I'll check to see if these options are available to me. Honey obviously is, so that's good to know! I just hope it wouldn't make the caramel too sweet..

[@theburr]

Golden syrup (such as Lyle's brand) would be a good substitute

[@michaellupu2080]

@@ebick77 I just want to confirm something with you, if I may: when you talked about cane sugar, did you refer to a syrup one puts in cocktails? I found one from a brand named Monin. If this is the case, is it safe to use the same quantity of this syrup as in the recipe? Or do I need to increase/decrease the amount. I ask because I don't knos just how sweet corn syrup is.

[@ebick77]

@@michaellupu2080 - What you describe for cocktails sounds like “simple syrup,” which is typically a 50/50 solution of sugar and water. Corn syrup, cane syrup, rice syrup, or golden syrup are all much thicker than that - like a very thick honey. I found online that 1 cup light corn syrup can be substituted with 1 cup granulated sugar dissolved into 1/4 cup warm water - but it can crystallize and may not give you a smooth caramel texture. Corn syrup, rice syrup, and golden syrup will all prevent crystallization and are most suitable for candy making. But give it a try, and see what works!

[@KennethMacQuilliam]

Explained to perfection 🎉

[@oldmanfigs]

That Carmel doesn’t look hot….

[@nanschafer9999]

When I added my positive comment about this recipe the other day I think I said the bars were delicious. The word I was looking for was decadent. Sinfully decadent! Will make your taste buds thank you!

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OMGoodness! 😋

[@nobrien1]

Will it work using gluten free flour?

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Lovely your recipe my friend. i wanna try this at home very soon. happy hearts day and thanks for the recipe you shared.

[@janparker6724]

Can I use gluten free flour for these?

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Great video! I love Elle! Hopefully, I will be brave enough to make these one day!

[@jesuslovesyou919]

Hello Ellie can this recipe be done with a GlutenFree flour substitute ?

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I've been waiting for this recipe! I wasn't disappointed!

[@TheToeSong]

If you don't slice it, you can eat the whole thing and say you only had one cookie

[@ValerieCudnik]

I'll have to give this a try. Last time I overcooked the caramel.

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I have made these a couple of times and they are always a big hit!

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i watched this

[@jeanneross4315]

I have made these 3 times in the last month. Absolutely decadent!!

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thankU 4 giving detailed instructions

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She is so cute! Thanks for sharing how to make these!

[@shellybain4150]

Why is 2 1/2 cups 12 1/2 oz. and not 20 oz.? 8oz per cup plus 4 oz fot1/2 cup? What am I missing?

[@shellybain4150]

@@sandrah7512 thank you so much for your explanation. I have started baking bread and I ran into trouble by weighing Oz and not grams. The author of the book that I am following told me it is better to weigh in grams. I've been fine ever since. I greatly appreciate the time you took to answer my question. Thank you 😊

[@kevchard5214]

I think I would have to double the chocolate.LOL

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♥️

[@bigbandsrock1]

Great job! Can’t wait to make!

[@xaniiu]

I tried the other recipe from ATK and the caramel broke and did not set correctly. It tasted good btu didn't look that great

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The recipe is exactly the same, Elle just explained more!

[@rhondagillespie6031]

They look amazing!

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Can't wait to try this!!!

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Thank you soooo much..

[@laskatz3626]

Looks scrumptious!

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Scrumptious!

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love it

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👍👍✌✌🍞

[@fluffin4bean]

🤤

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😋🤤

[@garysimpson3755]

show the chewiness of the caramel

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I feel like I’m watching a United airlines safety video.

[@MegInWhispers]

where is the gallery to post photos?

[@MIS315]

The caramel seems way too sweet: dark brown sugar + sweetened condensed milk + corn syrup. Yikes Wouldn't it be better to use unsweetened condensed milk

[@mburland]

Am I the only one bothered about the constant references to "crust?" The clue is in the name, right?

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I turned the light switch to the up position, using my index finger, this turns on the light and I can see, just be careful not to trip on anything before you make it to the light switch........ OMG, this woman !

[@gailbenjamin3274]

Why 16 tbsp? Why not one cup?

[@malcolmxxx86]

So u need a special rectangular pan..I only have a 9x13 Pyrex. Will that work

[@daveklein2826]

Obviously yes

[@malcolmxxx86]

@@daveklein2826 the only reason is that it's nots an even rectangular

[@daveklein2826]

@@malcolmxxx86 a rectangle is a rectangle