Caramel Heaven

Indulge your sweet tooth with *Caramel Heaven*, a decadent layered dessert that combines a buttery shortbread base, a luxuriously smooth caramel filling, and a glossy dark chocolate topping with a hint of sea salt. This indulgent treat offers the perfect balance of sweetness and richness, with a satisfying crunch from the chocolate layer and the melt-in-your-mouth texture of homemade caramel. Easy to prepare in under an hour, this recipe is ideal for parties, bake sales, or simply as a well-earned treat. With comforting ingredients like golden syrup, sweetened condensed milk, and dark chocolate, each bite is a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds singing. Slice it into bars for effortless serving, and watch them disappear at any gathering!

Nutriscore Rating: 33/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 200 grams Unsalted butter
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 400 grams Sweetened condensed milk
• 150 grams Brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons Golden syrup
• 200 grams Dark chocolate
• 1 teaspoon Sea salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a 9x9-inch (23x23-cm) square baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring it overhangs on the sides for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, cream together 150 grams of unsalted butter and 100 grams of granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually mix in 250 grams of all-purpose flour until a soft dough forms.

Step 3

Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan to form the shortbread base. Prick the surface with a fork to prevent it from puffing up. Bake the base for 20 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.

Step 4

To make the caramel layer, combine 50 grams of unsalted butter, 150 grams of brown sugar, 3 tablespoons of golden syrup, and 400 grams of sweetened condensed milk in a medium saucepan. Heat over low to medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and turns a deep golden color (about 10-12 minutes).

Step 5

Pour the caramel evenly over the cooled shortbread base, spreading it with a spatula. Allow it to set at room temperature for about 20 minutes, or until firm.

Step 6

Melt 200 grams of dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method), or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring in between.

Step 7

Pour the melted chocolate over the caramel layer, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of sea salt over the top for a balance of sweet and salty flavors.

Step 8

Refrigerate the entire dessert for at least 1 hour, or until the chocolate is fully set.

Step 9

Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the Caramel Heaven out of the pan. Place it on a cutting board, and use a sharp knife to cut it into 12 even squares or bars.

Step 10

Serve and enjoy the heavenly combination of buttery, caramel, and chocolate bliss!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1365g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5875.6

Total Fat 272.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 157.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 593.0mg	0%
Sodium 2987.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 826.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.9g	0%
Total Sugars 613.4g
Protein 73.0g	0%

Vitamin D 32IU	0%
Calcium 1464.3mg	0%
Iron 36.7mg	0%
Potassium 3435.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.5%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 54.7%