Fudge-Topped Shortbread

Name: Fudge-Topped Shortbread
Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened; 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk; 2 cups (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips; 1/2 teaspoon almond extract; 1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted

8 ingredients

3 steps

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
2 cups (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Directions

1

In a bowl, cream butter, sugar and salt until fluffy. Gradually beat in flour. Spread into a greased
2

. Bake at 350° until lightly browned, 16-20 minutes.
3

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine condensed milk and chocolate chips. Microwave, uncovered, on high until chips are melted, 30-60 seconds; stir until smooth. Stir in extract. Spread over the shortbread. Sprinkle with almonds and press down. Refrigerate until firm. Cut into squares.