Description
These Ooey Gooey Bars feature a soft and buttery cake mix crust topped with a luscious cream cheese layer sweetened with powdered sugar and vanilla. Finished with colorful sprinkles, they make a perfect treat for any occasion, offering a delightful combination of rich, gooey texture and vibrant appearance.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust Layer
- 1 white cake mix
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- Food coloring (optional)
Gooey Layer
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Topping
- Sprinkles of your choice
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the bars.
- Prepare Crust Layer: In a mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, 1 egg, melted butter, and food coloring if using, until a dough forms.
- Press Dough: Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan and press the dough evenly into the bottom to form the crust layer.
- Mix Gooey Layer: In a separate bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, 2 eggs, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Spread Gooey Layer: Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over the prepared crust layer in the pan.
- Add Sprinkles: Sprinkle your choice of colorful sprinkles evenly over the top of the gooey layer for decoration and added texture.
- Bake: Bake the assembled bars in the preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 32 to 35 minutes until the top is set and slight golden edges appear.
Notes
- Make sure cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and smoother texture.
- You can customize the sprinkles and food coloring to match seasonal themes or occasions.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting to ensure clean slices and maintain gooey texture.
- Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
