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4th of July Gooey Butter Bars

Irresistible 4th of July Gooey Butter Bars to Savor

Celebrate with 4th of July Gooey Butter Bars, a delightful dessert featuring a cake-like base and rich, gooey layer that melts in your mouth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 box White Cake Mix Alternatively, use yellow cake mix.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted and cooled slightly.
  • 1 large Egg Essential binding agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Imitation vanilla can be used.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Chips Dark or semi-sweet chips can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Red, White, and Blue Sprinkles Swap for different colors if desired.
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Can use evaporated milk with sugar in a pinch.

Equipment

  • 8x8 baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • parchment paper
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8"x8" baking pan with parchment paper and lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.
  3. Gently fold in white chocolate chips and a handful of sprinkles into the batter.
  4. Press two-thirds of the cake batter evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
  5. Pour sweetened condensed milk over the pressed base and spread it evenly.
  6. Flatten the remaining batter on a floured surface and place it over the condensed milk layer.
  7. Bake for approximately 29-31 minutes until edges are golden brown and center is slightly gooey.
  8. Remove from the oven, cool for at least 60 minutes, then lift out and slice into 16 squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to adapt ingredients for different occasions. The bars can be customized with various cake mixes or sprinkles for different themes.

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