Park Plaza Squares

Indulge in the irresistible charm of Park Plaza Squares, a buttery, nutty, and delightfully sweet treat that’s perfect for any occasion. This vintage-inspired dessert combines a golden shortbread crust with a rich, chewy topping made from sweetened condensed milk, shredded coconut, and finely chopped pecans. The layers meld together in a heavenly bite that’s equal parts crisp and gooey. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a straightforward method, this recipe is as easy as it is delicious. Serve these squares as a show-stopping finale to a dinner party or a simple yet satisfying snack. Perfectly portioned into 16 squares, they’re ideal for sharing or savoring all to yourself. Plus, their shelf-stable nature makes them a great make-ahead option for any celebration.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups powdered sugar
• 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cups shredded sweetened coconut
• 0.5 cups pecans, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter or your hands until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan. Bake for 10 minutes, or until the base is lightly golden and set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly.

Step 4

In another bowl, mix the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, baking powder, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans until well combined.

Step 5

Spread the condensed milk mixture evenly over the pre-baked crust.

Step 6

Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 20–25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and set.

Step 7

Remove from the oven and allow the Park Plaza Squares to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 8

Once cooled, cut into 16 squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1034.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4342.6

Total Fat 206.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 117.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 320.9mg	0%
Sodium 1418.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 589.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.9g	0%
Total Sugars 394.4g
Protein 64.1g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 1243.4mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 2423.2mg	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: 41.6%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 52.7%