Description
Ooey Gooey Bars are a rich and creamy dessert featuring a buttery cake crust topped with a luscious cream cheese and powdered sugar layer. This easy-to-make bar is perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or any occasion where a sweet, melt-in-your-mouth treat is desired.
Ingredients
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Crust
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Filling
- 1 lb (about 4 cups) powdered sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 block (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan to prevent sticking.
- Make the crust: In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, 1 egg, and melted butter until the ingredients are well blended. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust layer. Set aside.
- Prepare the filling: In a separate bowl, beat together the powdered sugar, 3 eggs, and softened cream cheese until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Assemble the bars: Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the baking pan, spreading it evenly to cover the entire surface.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and the center is set but still slightly jiggly to the touch.
- Cool and serve: Remove the bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the cream cheese is completely softened before mixing to avoid lumps.
- The bars should have a slightly jiggly center when you take them out of the oven; they will firm up as they cool.
- You can store these bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- To make cutting easier, chill the bars before slicing.
- These bars can be served plain or topped with fresh berries or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for added flavor.
