Cousins Week Pie Toffee Shortbread Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Cousins' Week Pie Toffee Shortbread, a recipe born from summers filled with the joyful chaos of seven nieces and nephews! This rich and buttery shortbread is topped with a layer of irresistible toffee and a slice of our famous Cousin's Week Pie (serves 16!). It's a dessert so decadent, you might want to check with your doctor before indulging...or maybe just have a half slice! Perfect for family gatherings or when you need a truly unforgettable treat.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 273.8 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Cousins Week Pie Toffee Shortbread

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How to Make Cousins Week Pie Toffee Shortbread

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing until just combined.
  5. Press half of the dough into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  7. Meanwhile, prepare the toffee topping: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup.
  8. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, and cook until the toffee reaches 250°F (121°C) on a candy thermometer (firm-ball stage).
  9. Pour the hot toffee over the baked shortbread crust.
  10. Let cool completely.
  11. Once cooled, top with slices of your favorite pie (our Cousin's Week Pie recipe serves 16, so you'll have plenty!).
  12. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

70g

Fat

57g

Carbs

8g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cousins Week Pie Toffee Shortbread?

Cousins Week Pie Toffee Shortbread takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cousins Week Pie Toffee Shortbread?

Cousins Week Pie Toffee Shortbread has approximately 273.8 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 28 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cousins Week Pie Toffee Shortbread?

The key ingredients for Cousins Week Pie Toffee Shortbread are Flour, Sugar, Butter, Sweetened Condensed Milk, White Corn Syrup, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.

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