Description
Indulge in these decadent Gooey Butter Cake Bars, a delightful treat that combines the richness of cream cheese with the sweetness of powdered sugar on a buttery cake base.
Ingredients
Cake Base:
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
Cream Cheese Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 3 3/4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Mix cake mix, melted butter, and 1 egg in a bowl to form dough. Press into pan.
- Prepare Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add 2 eggs, powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt. Mix until creamy.
- Layer and Bake: Pour cream cheese mixture over cake base. Bake for 40–45 minutes until edges are golden and center is gooey.
- Cool and Serve: Cool completely before slicing into bars. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
Notes
- Sprinkle powdered sugar on top for extra flavor.
- Try using chocolate or spice cake mix for a variation.
- Bars can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.
