Party Dream Squares
Indulge in the irresistible allure of Party Dream Squares, a dessert that's just as dreamy as its name suggests! These layered bars feature a buttery cookie crust, a creamy cheesecake center, and a crumbly topping studded with chocolate chips and optional nuts. With rich flavors of vanilla and cream cheese balanced by a hint of crunch, these squares are baked to golden perfection and chilled for the ultimate treat. Perfect for potlucks, celebrations, or as a sweet make-ahead dessert, Party Dream Squares are easy to prepare yet wonderfully decadent. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, these bite-sized delights are sure to leave your guests swooning.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 pieces large eggs
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup softened butter, 1 cup granulated sugar, and 1 cup light brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and mix well.
Add 2 large eggs to the creamed butter mixture one at a time, beating well after each addition.
In a separate bowl, combine 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 0.5 teaspoon salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Spread two-thirds of the dough evenly at the bottom of the prepared baking dish, pressing it down gently to form the crust.
In another bowl, beat 8 ounces of softened cream cheese until smooth. Add 2 cups powdered sugar, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat until the mixture is creamy and well-combined.
Pour the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crust in the baking dish.
To the remaining dough, stir in 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips and 0.5 cup chopped nuts, if using. Crumble this mixture over the cream cheese layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
Remove from the oven and let the dish cool completely on a wire rack. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing into squares.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy your Party Dream Squares!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7255 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 374.1 g | 480% | |
| Saturated Fat | 206.1 g | 1030% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1326 mg | 442% | |
| Sodium | 2675 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 959.5 g | 349% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.9 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 731.2 g | ||
| Protein | 76.9 g | 154% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 603 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 22.1 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 1262 mg | 27% | |
*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.
