These Ooey Gooey Bars are the perfect sweet treat when you’re craving something soft, sweet, and totally addictive. With a buttery, rich base, a thick layer of gooey filling, and a sprinkle of sweetness on top, these bars are a crowd-pleaser at parties, family gatherings, or just when you need something to satisfy that sweet tooth. Plus, they’re super easy to make!
Ingredients:
For the crust:
- 1 box of yellow cake mix (about 15.25 oz)
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
For the filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 (16 oz) box powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Make the crust: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, and egg. Stir until everything is well combined. The dough will be thick. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Prepare the filling: In a separate large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and powdered sugar. Add this dry mixture to the cream cheese mixture, followed by the melted butter. Beat until everything is smooth and combined.
- Assemble the bars: Pour the cream cheese filling over the crust and spread it out evenly.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and set (a slight jiggle in the center is okay). A toothpick inserted should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
- Cool and serve: Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting them into squares. These bars are best served at room temperature or chilled for an extra rich texture.
Enjoy your ooey gooey goodness! They’re sure to be a hit with anyone who tries them.
