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Cream Cheese Squares


  • Author: olivia
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful dessert combining rich cream cheese with sweet cake, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups confectioner’s sugar
  • 1 (8 oz) box cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the yellow cake mix, beaten eggs, and softened butter until smooth.
  3. Butter a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  4. Press the cake mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  5. In another bowl, blend the confectioner’s sugar, softened cream cheese, and vanilla extract until creamy and smooth.
  6. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cake base.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, until the top is set and slightly golden.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
  9. Once cooled, cut the dessert into squares.
  10. Serve as-is or with a dusting of confectioner’s sugar for an extra touch!

Notes

For best results, ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature. Don’t overmix the batter.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 square
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: cream cheese, dessert, sweet treat, baking, party dessert