Ooey Gooey Bars

A dessert that is simple to make, soft and fluffy, ooey and gooey, and slightly crisp. They are sweet, but not overly sweet. In other words, they are just what a treat should be. These bars look like they are just simple little treats until you taste them. It has an indescribable flavor that is delicious. These bars are the perfect addition to potlucks, picnics, and parties.

The recipe could feed an army.

It is strange when something so simple can taste so extravagant. These bars do not take much work and the ingredients are likely in your pantry now. They are super easy to make and very well-loved.

You will find that people are constantly asking for the bars or the recipe.

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Why should I make these bars?

The Ooey Gooey Bars are simple to make, take very few ingredients, but taste like a million bucks. They are budget-friendly and work perfect for picnics, potlucks, and parties.

Why Is It Called Ooey Gooey Bars?

Anyone who’s made ooey gooey bars knows why this dessert got its name: their filling is creamy and gooey. While it sounds silly, it’s definitely a good thing for anyone who’s eaten them.

Are there any variations for this recipe?

I would imagine that you could easily use a dry white cake mix instead of the yellow cake mix. These bars are quite simple with just a few ingredients. Not much to vary within the recipe. You could add fruit toppings for a variety.

How Do You Serve Ooey Gooey Bars?

Cut ooey gooey bars right out of the oven after cooling, and serve them as a dessert. Add a dollop of whipped cream, if you like, or even some peanuts to give it more crunch.

Ingredients:

For the crust:

• Yellow cake mix
• Butter
• Egg

Gooey layer:

• Cream cheese
• Eggs
• Powdered sugar

How to make ooey gooey butter bars?

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F/175°F.

Step 2. Mix the cake mix with the butter and the egg until smooth and well combined.

Step 3. Take to a 9×13 baking pan, and press evenly over the bottom. Reserve.

Step 4. Beat the cream cheese and add the eggs to another bowl. Beat for one minute, or until you get a smooth consistency. Then, add the powdered sugar and beat until well combined. 

Step 5. Pour over the crust and take to the oven for about 30 minutes. When it’s done, let cool completely before cutting.

Enjoy warm!

Ooey Gooey Bars

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes minutes

Servings: 1 – 9×13 inch cake

These Ooey Gooey Bars are soft and fluffy, with a slightly crisp crust, they're sweet, but not too sweet. Basically, they're delicious!

4.27 from 49 votes

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Ingredients 

FOR CRUST:

• 1 box yellow cake mix, dry- not prepared
• 8 Tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 egg

GOOEY LAYER:

• 8 oz. cream cheese, softened
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 16 oz. powdered sugar

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Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
• In a medium bowl, combine cake mix, melted butter and egg. Mix until smooth and well combined.
• Pat and press dough evenly over the bottom of a greased 9×13 baking pan. Set aside.
• In a separate large bowl, beat and cream the cream cheese. Add the eggs and beat until smooth for a minute or two. Add powdered sugar and continue to beat until well combined.
• Pour over crust and bake at 350 degrees F for about 25-30 minutes or until done. Do not over bake.
• When done, remove from oven and let cool completely before cutting into.

Nutrition

Calories: 462kcal | Carbohydrates: 75g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 86mg | Sodium: 457mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 57g

Author: Marta

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How should these bars be stored?

Place the bars in an airtight container and place in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can also leave the bars on the counter, as long as they are covered tightly, for up to 2 days.

Can I freeze the Ooey Gooey Bars?

Once the bars have cooled completely to room temperature they can be placed in a freezer-safe container. You can store them in the freezer for up to 3 months. Place them in the refrigerator overnight to thaw.

Can I reheat these to eat warm?

I would suggest placing them in the microwave on a plate and covered with a napkin. You could heat on 20-second bursts until desired temperature is reached.

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