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Ooey Gooey Cake Mix Bars Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Ooey Gooey Bars feature a buttery yellow cake crust topped with a rich and creamy cream cheese filling, resulting in a luscious and indulgent dessert perfect for any occasion. With a soft, slightly jiggly center and a golden brown top, these bars are easy to make and irresistible to eat.

Ingredients

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For the Crust

  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling

  • 1 lb (about 4 cups) powdered sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 block (8 oz) cream cheese, softened

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
  2. Make the crust: In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, 1 egg, and melted butter. Mix until everything is well blended into a dough-like mixture. Evenly press this mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust layer. Set aside while you prepare the filling.
  3. Prepare the filling: In a separate bowl, beat together the powdered sugar, 3 eggs, and softened cream cheese. Continue beating until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and well combined without any lumps.
  4. Assemble the bars: Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the pan, spreading it out evenly so it covers the entire surface.
  5. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes. The top should turn a light golden brown and the center should be set but retain a slight jiggle when you shake the pan gently.
  6. Cool and serve: Remove the bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan. This helps them set fully and makes cutting easier. Once cooled, cut into 24 squares and serve.

Notes

  • Use softened cream cheese at room temperature for a smoother filling.
  • Do not overbake to maintain the gooey texture in the center.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting to ensure clean slices.
  • For extra flavor, you can add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the filling mixture.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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