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.

Nutriscore Rating: 34/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 16

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)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

Add 2 large eggs to the creamed butter mixture one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

Spread two-thirds of the dough evenly at the bottom of the prepared baking dish, pressing it down gently to form the crust.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Pour the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crust in the baking dish.

Step 8

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.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.

Step 10

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.

Step 11

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy your Party Dream Squares!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1735.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7254.9

Total Fat 374.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 206.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1325.8mg	0%
Sodium 2674.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 959.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.9g	0%
Total Sugars 731.2g
Protein 76.9g	0%

Vitamin D 120IU	0%
Calcium 603.0mg	0%
Iron 22.1mg	0%
Potassium 1261.9mg	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: 44.8%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 51.1%