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Gooey Butter Cake Bars

Gooey Butter Cake Bars
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Gooey Butter Cake Bars are a rich and irresistible dessert featuring a soft, buttery cake base topped with a creamy, gooey layer made from cream cheese, eggs, and powdered sugar. This easy-to-make treat balances sweetness and texture perfectly, making it ideal for any occasion and customizable to suit various flavors and dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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For the Crust

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version)

For the Gooey Topping

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Melt the butter and mix it thoroughly with the granulated sugar and flour until a dough forms. Press this mixture evenly into a greased square baking pan to create the buttery base for the bars.
  2. Mix the Gooey Topping: In a separate bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, eggs, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat the ingredients until the mixture is smooth and creamy to achieve the signature gooey consistency.
  3. Assemble the Bars: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the pressed crust, ensuring full coverage so every bite includes the creamy layer.
  4. Bake the Bars: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the bars for 35-40 minutes until the edges are set and golden while the center remains soft and slightly gooey.
  5. Cool and Slice: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. This resting period lets the layers set properly, enabling cleaner slices and improved texture.

Notes

  • Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth, lump-free topping.
  • Do not overbake to maintain the gooey center.
  • Grease or line your baking pan well to prevent sticking and ease removal.
  • Chill the bars before cutting to get clean slices.
  • Adjust sugar levels in the topping to your taste preferences.

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Keywords: Gooey Butter Cake Bars, Cream Cheese Dessert, Butter Cake Bars, Gooey Bars, Easy Dessert, Gluten-Free Dessert, Sweet Bars

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