Ooey Gooey Bars

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg

For the Topping:

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 block (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 large egg

Instructions:

  1. Preheat Oven:
    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the Crust:
    • In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, and egg. Mix until well combined. The mixture will be thick.
    • Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
  3. Prepare the Topping:
    • In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
    • Add the powdered sugar and egg to the cream cheese, mixing until the topping is smooth and well combined.
  4. Assemble the Bars:
    • Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crust in the baking pan.
  5. Bake:
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and slightly set. The center should still be a bit gooey.
  6. Cool and Serve:
    • Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Tips:

  • For an extra twist, you can add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture for added flavor.
  • These bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Enjoy your delicious Ooey Gooey Bars! They’re perfect for any occasion and always a crowd-pleaser.

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