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Freshly baked Ooey Gooey Bars with a golden top and soft center.

Classic Ooey Gooey Bars

Meriam
Sweet, chewy, and irresistibly rich, these Ooey Gooey Butter Bars are the perfect dessert for any occasion!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 bars
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Dish (9x13-inch)
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

For the Crust

  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 large egg

For the Gooey Filling

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine cake mix, melted butter, and 1 egg. Mix until a thick dough forms. Press evenly into the bottom of the baking dish.
  • In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter, mixing until combined.
  • Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until smooth and creamy.
  • Pour the gooey filling over the crust and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes until the edges are golden but the center is slightly jiggly.
  • Let cool completely before slicing into bars. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

For extra flavor, try adding a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of caramel before serving. These bars taste even better the next day!
Keyword Butter Bars, Ooey Gooey Bars, Sweet Treats