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Millionaire’s Shortbread in Air Fryer Recipe

40 Mins

Prep Time

18 Mins

cook Time

16

Servings
Millionaire’s Shortbread in Air Fryer Recipe Curated by: Chef Marge
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Millionaire’s Shortbread in Air Fryer Recipe

The ultimate indulgence for game day, this shortbread looks like a million dollars and tastes like a billion.

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Wheat

Wheat

Dairy/Milk

Dairy/Milk

Cookware Used

TurboBlaze™ 6.0-Quart Air Fryer

TurboBlaze™ 6.0-Quart Air Fryer

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Halftime Heaven

With a buttery shortbread base, rich caramel layer, and topped with velvety smooth chocolate, this party starter is perfect to slip in during a commercial break, so you don’t miss a minute of the big game.

How to Pick Butter When Baking

When choosing butter for baking, consider the butter's grade, flavor, and texture. We prefer using unsalted butter, which gives you more control over the salt level in your recipe. Grade AA butter has a light, fresh flavor and smooth texture. It’s18% water, at least 80% butterfat, and 1% to 2% milk solids, which is perfect for baking.

Nutrition Information

This Millionaire’s Shortbread is a treat you won’t want to skip, especially since avoiding restrictive habits and enjoying dessert now and then is essential to maintaining balance. To help support balanced blood sugar levels, try pairing these with a side of Greek yogurt and/or berries for added protein and fiber to help aid digestion and promote steadier blood sugar responses.

What to Serve With: Louisiana Dry Rubbed Chicken Wings, Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries

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Ingredients

Shortbread Crust

Caramel

Chocolate Ganache

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Yield 16 Serving

Instructions

MAKING SHORTBREAD CRUST

  1. Cream the butter and sugar using an electric hand or stand mixture until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.  
  2. Add the flour, vanilla extract, and salt, then mix on low speed until just combined and it forms a wet, crumbly mixture. 
  3. Grease and line the bottom and sides of an 8-inch pan with parchment paper, then press the dough into an even layer. 
  4. Place the crisper plate into the air fryer basket. 
  5. Select the Preheat function, adjust temperature to 300°F, then tap Start/Pause. 
  6. Place the pan onto the preheated crisper plate. 
  7. Select the Bake function, adjust temperature to 300°F and time to 18 minutes, then tap Start/Pause. 
  8. Remove shortbread when golden brown, then set aside while you make the caramel. 

MAKING CARAMEL AND CHOCOLATE GANACHE

  1. Place all the caramel ingredients except for the vanilla extract in a saucepan.  
  2. Place over medium heat and stir until the butter is melted and the ingredients are well combined. Continue to stir constantly while the caramel bubbles, slowly darkens to a richer color, and thickens (should begin pulling away from the sides of the pot as you stir).  This will take 10 to 15 minutes.  
  3. Remove the mixture immediately when it reaches 240°F–245°F and stir in the vanilla extract. Pour caramel over the shortbread crust and spread evenly.  
  4. Chill for 10 minutes, or until the caramel is set. 
  5. Chop chocolate and melt with heavy cream either in a double boiler or in the microwave in 2 to 3 bursts of 20 seconds, stirring in between. Pour the chocolate over the caramel and smooth into an even layer.  
  6. Sprinkle with flakey sea salt, then chill for 10 minutes or until the chocolate is set before cutting into bars and serving. 

Chef Notes: Make sure you line your baking dish and leave an overhang so it’s easy to remove. Using a sugar thermometer or instant read thermometer helps ensure your caramel is properly cooked. You don’t want to cook it past 245°F, because that will make the caramel too hard. When making the caramel, make sure to stir it constantly so the bottom doesn’t burn. These are also great to make in advance!

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Nutrition

SERVING SIZE: 1 CALORIES: 273 PROTEIN: 2 g CARBOHYDRATES: 34 g FAT: 15 g FIBER: 0.7 g SATURATED FAT: 4 g CHOLESTEROL: 35 mg SODIUM: 120 mg 

Disclaimer: The information contained in this recipe is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or dietary advice. The authors and publishers of this recipe are not responsible for any adverse reactions, health problems, or other consequences that may arise from the use of the recipe or ingredients contained herein. Readers are advised to use their own judgment and knowledge when preparing recipes, including considering any food allergies, dietary restrictions, or other health concerns they or those they are cooking for may have.  

Nutritional information, where provided, is offered as a courtesy and is not guaranteed to be accurate. Readers should independently verify nutritional information if accuracy is critical.  

This recipe is not intended to replace professional advice from a physician, registered dietitian, or other qualified healthcare professional. If you have any health concerns or questions about your diet, please consult with a qualified professional. The authors and publishers disclaim any liability for any adverse effects resulting from the use of the information provided in this recipe. 

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originally published on  Feb 06, 2025 (last updated  Mar 16, 2025)

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