Ooey Gooey Butter Bars
If you’ve never had an ooey gooey butter bar, prepare to fall in love. These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth bars have a soft, chewy crust and a rich, gooey cream cheese topping that’s sweet, indulgent, and downright irresistible. They’re the kind of treat that looks simple—until you take that first bite and realize you’re going back for seconds (or thirds). Perfect for potlucks, holidays, or just an everyday sweet tooth!
Who do I make this for?
I make ooey gooey bars for my mom! My mom was the one to introduce me to an ooey gooey butter bar, so this recipe makes me think of her.
Ooey Gooey Butter Cake
Prep: 15-20 minutes | Bake: 35-40 minutes | Total: 50-60 minutes
Yields about 24 bars
Ingredients
Crust
1 1/4 cups all purpose flour
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
½ cup butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla bean paste or extract
Filling
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
2 eggs
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 tsp vanilla bean paste or extract
Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
2. Make the Crust:
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add melted butter, eggs, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla. Mix until a thick batter forms. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
3. Prepare the Filling:
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add eggs, remaining 1 teaspoon of vanilla, and mix until well combined. Gradually add the confectioners’ sugar and beat until smooth and creamy.
4. Assemble & Bake:
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust and spread evenly. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is slightly set but still a bit jiggly.
5. Cool & Serve:
Allow to cool completely in the pan. For clean slices, chill in the fridge before cutting. Dust with additional powdered sugar if desired. Serve and enjoy!
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