Ooey Gooey Butter Bars
Indulge in the decadence of Ooey Gooey Butter Bars, a dessert lover’s dream with its rich, buttery layers and impossibly creamy texture. This simple yet irresistible recipe starts with a soft, golden crust made from yellow cake mix and melted butter, topped with a luscious cream cheese filling that's perfectly sweetened with powdered sugar and kissed with vanilla extract. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a short bake, these bars come together effortlessly, making them ideal for parties, potlucks, or satisfying a sudden sweet tooth. Serve these crowd-pleasing squares chilled for the ultimate melt-in-your-mouth experience, and watch them disappear in no time! Perfect for fans of easy-to-make, decadent desserts, these Ooey Gooey Butter Bars are sure to become your new baking go-to.
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Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 whole large eggs
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, and 1 beaten egg. Mix until well combined to form a dough.
Step 3
Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust.
Step 4
In another mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
Step 5
Add the remaining 2 eggs, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese. Beat until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Step 6
Pour the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crust in the baking pan, spreading it to the edges.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and the center is just set. Be careful not to overbake; the center should remain a bit wobbly.
Step 8
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Step 9
Once cooled, refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours to firm up for easy slicing.
Step 10
Cut into squares or rectangles and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1428.2 grams (1428.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5522 |
| Total Fat 231.90g | 297% |
| Saturated Fat 119.70g | 599% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 1057mg | 352% |
| Sodium 3233mg | 141% |
| Total Carbohydrate 858.50g | 312% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.50g | 16% |
| Total Sugars 682.30g | |
| Protein 56.20g | 112% |
| Vitamin D 120IU | 600% |
| Calcium 794mg | 61% |
| Iron 11mg | 61% |
| Potassium 930mg | 20% |
Source of Calories