Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In a mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, one egg, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture forms a dough.
Press the cake mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create the crust.
In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it’s smooth.
Add two eggs and the vanilla extract to the cream cheese, and beat until well combined.
Gradually add the powdered sugar while continuing to beat the mixture until it’s smooth and creamy.
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cake crust layer in the baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting them into squares. Enjoy these delightful Gooey Butter Cream Cheese Cake Mix Bars!
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 35-40 minutes | Total Time: 45-50 minutes
Kcal: 190 kcal | Servings: 16 bars
FAQs for Gooey Butter Cream Cheese Cake Mix Bars
Can I use a different flavor of cake mix?
Absolutely! While yellow cake mix is traditional, you can experiment with flavors like chocolate, lemon, or spice cake mix for a different twist.
Is there a substitute for cream cheese in this recipe?
Cream cheese is essential for the gooey layer, but if necessary, you can use a mascarpone cheese or a cream cheese alternative.
Can I make these bars gluten-free?
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