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Neiman Marcus “Gooey” Cake Bars

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Easy two-layer cake bars with a yellow cake base and a rich cream cheese topping, perfect for potlucks and dessert tables.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (18.25 oz) yellow cake mix
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional toppings: powdered sugar, chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, 3 large eggs, 1/2 cup melted butter, and 1/4 cup milk. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  3. Spread half of the cake batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with 1 cup powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cake batter in the pan.
  6. Dollop the remaining cake batter over the cream cheese layer. You can gently spread it with a spatula or use the back of a spoon to distribute it.
  7. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the cake portion (avoiding the cream cheese) comes out clean. The center should still be slightly soft and gooey.
  8. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
  9. Dust with powdered sugar or sprinkle with chopped pecans before serving, if desired.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use a good quality yellow cake mix.
  • Ensure your cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the topping.
  • Do not overbake, as the center is meant to be gooey.
  • These bars are best served at room temperature.
  • These bars freeze well. Wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil.

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