Description
These decadent bars are a treat you’ll love to share—or keep all to yourself! With a buttery crust and creamy, sweet filling, they’re a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
For the Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 3 ¾ cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, mix the yellow cake mix, melted butter, and one egg. Stir until it forms a dough. Press this evenly into the prepared pan to form the crust.
- In a separate large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the eggs, one at a time, and mix well.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until fully incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the filling over the crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Let the bars cool completely in the pan, then cut into squares. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Don’t Overbake: The key to perfect ooey gooey bars is the balance between a firm crust and a soft, gooey filling. Remove the bars from the oven when the edges are golden, and the center is slightly jiggly—it will firm up as it cools.
- Cool Completely Before Cutting: Allow the bars to cool fully before slicing. This helps the filling set, making clean cuts and ensuring that iconic gooey texture in every bite.
- Customize with Add-ins: Get creative by adding ingredients like chocolate chips, peanut butter swirls, or sprinkles to the filling for fun variations that suit any occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 40 min