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Decadent Gooey Butter Cake Bars

Irresistibly Decadent Gooey Butter Cake Bars You Can’t Resist

These Decadent Gooey Butter Cake Bars offer a melt-in-your-mouth texture that's rich and sweet, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 bars
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base

  • 1 box yellow cake mix 15.25 ounces, opt for gluten-free if needed
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted, can substitute with margarine
  • 1 large egg can replace with ¼ cup applesauce for vegan version

For the Creamy Filling

  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened, substitute with dairy-free cream cheese if desired
  • 2 large eggs can replace with applesauce or flax egg for vegan diets
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure or imitation
  • 4 cups powdered sugar sugar substitutes can also be used

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  • Combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, and 1 egg in a mixing bowl. Stir together until a thick, smooth dough forms.
  • Spread the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan, pressing it down firmly to cover the whole surface.
  • Beat the softened cream cheese in another bowl until smooth to create the creamy filling.
  • Mix in the 2 eggs and vanilla extract to the cream cheese, whisking until fully combined.
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar to the cream cheese mixture, stirring until smooth and creamy.
  • Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cake base, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
  • Bake the bars for 40-45 minutes until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly and golden.
  • Cool the bars in the pan for at least 30 minutes before cutting.
  • Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Notes

Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream for added decadence. Experiment with flavors by adding chocolate chips or citrus zest.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 28gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg
Keyword baking, bars, butter cake, Decadent Gooey Butter Cake Bars, Dessert, easy dessert
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