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Ooey Gooey Butter Bars

This beloved dessert is buttery, creamy, and downright irresistible. With a soft cake-like crust and a rich, sweet filling, Ooey Gooey Butter Bars are a true classic that brings smiles to any table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 49 minutes
Total Time 59 minutes
Course Dessert, Family Favorites, Holiday Treats
Cuisine American
Servings 24 bars
Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 egg for crust
  • 1 stick butter softened, for crust
  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 2 eggs for filling
  • 1 tsp vanilla essence
  • 16 oz powdered sugar divided
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine yellow cake mix, 1 egg, and 1 stick of softened butter. Mix well to form a thick dough.
  • Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
  • In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add 2 eggs and vanilla essence; mix until combined.
  • Reserve 1/4 of the powdered sugar for topping. Gradually add the remaining powdered sugar to the cream cheese mixture, mixing continuously to avoid clumps or mess. Beat until creamy and smooth, about 3 minutes.
  • Pour the filling over the crust and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 40–50 minutes, until the top is lightly golden and set. The center may still jiggle slightly.
  • Cool completely before sprinkling with reserved powdered sugar. Slice and serve.

Notes

These bars are even better the next day! Store leftovers in an airtight container. For a twist, try adding lemon zest or swapping in chocolate cake mix for a fun variation.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcal
Keyword butter bars, cake mix recipes, Cream Cheese Dessert, easy bake dessert, ooey gooey
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