Ooey Gooey Bars
Ooey Gooey Bars are soft, buttery dessert bars made with yellow cake mix, cream cheese, eggs, and powdered sugar. The crust bakes into a chewy base while the top becomes sweet, creamy, and irresistible.
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 stick unsalted butter
- 3 large eggs
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 3½ cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) so it’s ready by the time your bars are assembled.
- In a large bowl, mix 1 box yellow cake mix, ½ cup melted butter, and 1 egg. Stir until thick and sticky, like cookie dough.
- Grease a 9×13-inch pan with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
- Spread the crust dough evenly into the bottom of the pan. Press it down with your hands or a spatula to form a smooth base.
- In a clean bowl, beat 8 oz of room-temperature cream cheese for 1–2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
- Whisk in 2 beaten eggs until the mixture is well blended and slightly frothy.
- Slowly whisk in 3½ cups powdered sugar until fully combined. The filling should be thick and silky.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust. Spread evenly to the edges with a spatula.
- Place in the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes. The top should be golden, and the center should have a light jiggle. Don’t overbake—gooey is the goal.