Perfectly Gooey Neiman Marcus Butter Bars
Perfectly Gooey Neiman Marcus Butter Bars are a dreamy dessert that combines a rich, buttery crust with a sweet, gooey cream cheese filling. Each bite is indulgently soft and melts in your mouth, making them impossible to resist. These bars are perfect for special occasions, potlucks, or whenever you want to impress with minimal effort. Easy to make and even easier to love!
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 207kcal
Equipment
- 9 x 13 baking dish
Ingredients
- 1 (15.25)-ounce Yellow Cake Mix
- ½ Cup Unsalted Butter (melted)
- 4 Eggs (divided)
- 1 (8) ounce Brick Cream Cheese (softened)
- 3 Cups Powdered Sugar
- 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Prepare the Crust: In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, and 2 eggs. Stir until the mixture forms a soft dough. Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan to form the crust.
- Make the Filling: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer or stand mixer until smooth. Add the remaining 2 eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until the filling is smooth and creamy. Stir in the vanilla extract for a touch of flavor.
- Assemble the Bars: Pour the cream cheese filling over the prepared crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake the Bars: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and slightly set. The center will still jiggle a little—it will firm up as it cools.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the bars from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, cut into squares or rectangles and serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 207kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 23mg | Potassium: 24mg | Fiber: 0.001g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 317IU | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.3mg