Chocolate Box Cake Mix Hacks Millionaires Shortbread Magic

Instructions:

1. Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
2. Combine melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl. Add the cake mix and stir until just combined. Pour into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
3. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs. Let cool completely in the pan.
4. Combine butter, sweetened condensed milk, sugar, and golden syrup in a saucepan over medium heat.
5. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil. Reduce heat to low and continue cooking, stirring constantly, for 5-7 minutes, or until the caramel thickens and turns a deep golden brown color.
6. Pour the hot caramel evenly over the cooled brownie base. Sprinkle with sea salt. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until the caramel is set.
7. Place chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Heat heavy cream in a saucepan until just simmering. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and let sit for 1 minute.
8. Whisk the chocolate and cream together until smooth and glossy.
9. Pour the ganache evenly over the set caramel. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until the ganache is firm.
10. Lift the shortbread from the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into squares and serve.