Description
Deliciously rich and creamy Cream Cheese Bars are made with a moist yellow cake base topped with a smooth, sweet cream cheese layer. Baked to perfection with a golden brown finish, these bars are a perfect dessert for any occasion, offering a luscious blend of cake and creamy sweetness in every bite.
Ingredients
Cake Base
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 eggs
Cream Cheese Topping
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Mix Cake Batter: In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, softened butter, and eggs. Stir well until the mixture is thick yet smooth, ensuring all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Spread Cake Base: Press the thick cake batter evenly across the bottom of the greased baking dish, making sure it is distributed uniformly.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a separate bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, scraping the sides of the bowl to incorporate all bits.
- Top Cake Base: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the pressed cake base in the baking dish to form a uniform layer.
- Bake the Bars: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes, or until the cream cheese topping is shiny and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the baking dish from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely. Optionally, dust extra powdered sugar on top before slicing into bars and serving.
Notes
- Use softened butter and cream cheese for easier mixing and smoother texture.
- Ensure the bars are completely cooled before slicing to retain their shape.
- You can add a dusting of powdered sugar on top for extra sweetness and decoration.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
