Chocolate Chip Dream Barz

Indulge in the irresistible decadence of Chocolate Chip Dream Barz, the ultimate dessert bar that pairs rich, gooey layers with an irresistible cookie base. Featuring a buttery dough infused with semi-sweet chocolate chips, these bars are elevated by a luscious layer of sweetened condensed milk, offering a creamy, caramel-like center. Optional shredded coconut and chopped nuts add texture and flavor, making these bars delightfully customizable. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes and baked to golden perfection, they’re the perfect crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Ideal for parties, potlucks, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, these chocolate-studded dream bars will disappear as quickly as you can serve them.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup light brown sugar
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
• 0.5 cup shredded coconut (optional)
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang for easy removal later.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Mix in the pure vanilla extract.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined to form a soft dough.

Step 6

Fold in 1 1/2 cups of the chocolate chips, reserving the remaining 1/2 cup for topping.

Step 7

Press two-thirds of the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan to form the base.

Step 8

Evenly pour the sweetened condensed milk over the dough layer, spreading it gently with a spatula. Sprinkle the shredded coconut and chopped nuts over the top, if using.

Step 9

Crumble the remaining cookie dough over the condensed milk layer, leaving some gaps to allow the filling to peek through.

Step 10

Sprinkle the reserved 1/2 cup of chocolate chips over the top.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are set. The center may still look slightly soft—this is okay.

Step 12

Remove the pan from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang.

Step 13

Once cooled, cut into 16 squares or bars and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1752.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7288.6

Total Fat 355.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 213.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 755.0mg	0%
Sodium 2616.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1015.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 54.8g	0%
Total Sugars 708.8g
Protein 116.6g	0%

Vitamin D 111.8IU	0%
Calcium 1430.8mg	0%
Iron 31.5mg	0%
Potassium 3139.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.4%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 52.6%