Ingredients
- For the base:
- 1 box yellow cake mix (about 430 g)
- 120 g unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- For the cream cheese layer:
- 225 g cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 400 g powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease or line a 23×33 cm (9×13 inch) baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix the cake mix, melted butter, and 1 egg until a thick dough forms.
- Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, then gradually mix in the powdered sugar until smooth.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the base and spread evenly.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes until the edges are set and lightly golden while the center remains slightly gooey.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan.
- Slice into bars and serve.
Notes
- The center should remain slightly gooey for the best texture.
- Use full-fat cream cheese for a richer flavor and smoother consistency.
- Chill before cutting for cleaner slices.
- Try chocolate or red velvet cake mix for variation.
- Add citrus zest for a fresh flavor twist.
- Swirl jam or chocolate spread into the top layer before baking for added flavor.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freeze individually wrapped bars for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 260 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
