Chewy Gooey Bars
These decadent dessert bars feature a soft, buttery cake base topped with a luscious, creamy layer of sweet cream cheese that’s impossible to resist.
Ooey Gooey Bars
Ingredients (Base)
- 1 box yellow cake mix (dry)
- 8 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 egg
Ingredients (Creamy Topping)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 16 ounces powdered sugar
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
Step 2: Prepare the Base
In a medium bowl, combine the dry cake mix, melted butter, and egg. Stir until smooth, then press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
Step 3: Make the Cream Cheese Layer
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the eggs and continue mixing for a minute. Gradually blend in the powdered sugar until the mixture is fully combined and silky.
Step 4: Assemble and Bake
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cake base. Bake for 25–30 minutes at 350°F (175°C), until the edges are set and the center is just slightly soft. Take care not to overbake.
Step 5: Cool and Slice
Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting. This helps achieve that signature gooey, creamy texture everyone loves.
