Description
These Gooey Butter Cream Cheese Cake Mix Bars combine a buttery cake crust with a rich, creamy cream cheese topping for an irresistibly decadent dessert. Quick to prepare and baked to golden perfection, these bars offer a perfect balance of sweetness and gooey texture that’s ideal for sharing at any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
Cream Cheese Topping
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar (approximately 1 lb)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
- Prepare Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, melted unsalted butter, and one large egg. Stir until a soft dough forms. Press this dough evenly into the bottom of your prepared baking dish to create the crust layer.
- Make Cream Cheese Filling: Beat the softened cream cheese in a separate bowl until smooth and creamy. Add the two large eggs and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating the mixture until it becomes smooth, creamy, and well incorporated.
- Assemble Bars: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the pressed cake dough in the baking dish, ensuring full coverage for a consistent layer.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes. The edges should turn a lovely golden color, and the center will be set but remain wonderfully gooey.
- Cool and Slice: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, slice the bars into 16 equal pieces and serve.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened for a smooth filling without lumps.
- Do not overbake; the center should stay slightly gooey for the best texture.
- For easier slicing, chill bars after cooling completely.
- These bars can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Use parchment paper for easier removal of bars from the baking dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
