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Ooey Gooey Bars

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🍰 Ooey Gooey Butter Bars are rich, soft, and sweet dessert treats that combine a cake-like base with a luscious, gooey topping.
🍫 This recipe is simple to make and versatile, perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth and great for parties or casual gatherings.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 24 squares 1x

Ingredients

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1 package (18.25 ounces) yellow cake mix Provides the base for these bars

1/2 cup melted butter Adds richness and helps create that gooey layer

4 large eggs (divided) Two for the base and two for the topping to bind everything together

8 ounces of softened cream cheese Gives the topping its creamy, smooth texture

4 cups powdered sugar Brings in the sweet, shiny finish that makes these bars irresistible

1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the overall flavor with a warm, aromatic touch

Instructions

1-First: mix the yellow cake mix, 2 eggs, and melted butter with an electric mixer until the batter is thick and even.

2-Spread this batter smoothly across the prepared pan to create a solid foundation for your bars.

3-In the same bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, the remaining 2 eggs, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until it’s all smooth and creamy.

4-Pour this creamy mixture right over the cake batter in the pan for that signature gooey top.

5-Bake for 35 minutes, then let the bars cool completely before cutting them into 24 squares for the best results.

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Notes

πŸŽ‚ Substitute yellow cake mix with lemon, chocolate, or red velvet for variations.
🧊 Bars can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container for easy transport.
πŸͺ Adjust sweetness by reducing powdered sugar or add nuts for extra texture and flavor.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Contains Dairy and Eggs

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 square
  • Calories: 237
  • Sugar: 29g
  • Sodium: 235mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 56mg