Chocolate Chess Cake Ooey Gooey Bars
Indulge in the ultimate dessert decadence with these Chocolate Chess Cake Ooey Gooey Bars—a perfect fusion of rich chocolate and creamy cheesecake layers. Starting with a chocolate cake mix base, this recipe is elevated with a velvety cream cheese topping that's whipped with powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and a hint of vanilla. Baked to perfection with a lightly set crust and an irresistibly gooey center, these bars are a chocolate lover's dream. Ideal for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or anytime you crave a sweet treat, they’re as simple to make as they are delicious. With just 15 minutes of prep and pantry-staple ingredients, these bars will become your go-to dessert for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box (15.25 ounces) chocolate cake mix
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
- 3 pieces large eggs
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, melted butter, and 1 egg. Stir together until the mixture forms a thick dough.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish to form the base layer.
In another large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
Add the remaining 2 eggs, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cocoa powder to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until well combined and smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the chocolate base layer, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center still jiggles slightly. This ensures the bars remain ooey-gooey in texture.
Remove the bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack, about 1-2 hours.
Once cooled, slice into bars and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5025 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 235.0 g | 301% | |
| Saturated Fat | 126.8 g | 634% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1067 mg | 356% | |
| Sodium | 3125 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 727.2 g | 264% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 555.4 g | ||
| Protein | 57.1 g | 114% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 785 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 18.4 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 1275 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
