Yum-Yum's
A classic two-layer dessert bar featuring a firm, buttery cake mix crust topped with a rich, gooey cream cheese filling. These incredibly sweet and decadent bars are simple to prepare and bake to a lovely golden brown.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 2 hr
- Serves
- 16
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 327 kcal
Allergen information: may contain eggs, gluten, milk, and soy. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
crust
- 432 gyellow cake mix
- 113 gunsalted butter, melted
- 1 pcslarge egg
filling
- 226 gcream cheese (full-fat block), softened to room temperature
- 2 pcslarge egg
- 454 gpowdered sugar, sifted
Equipment
spatula · wire rack · mixing bowl · electric mixer · knife · 9x13 inch baking pan
The method
Step by step
- 1
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and lightly grease a 23x33cm (9x13 inch) baking pan.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Greasing the pan well ensures the bars will come out cleanly after cooling.
- 2
In a medium bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, and one egg for the crust.
About 2 min
- 3
Mix until a thick, stiff dough forms.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: The dough will be dense, similar to a cookie dough.
- 4
Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom of your prepared baking pan.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Use your fingertips or the back of a spoon to create an even layer.
- 5
In a separate large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Ensuring the cream cheese is fully softened and lump-free is key to a smooth filling.
- 6
Add the two eggs for the filling, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
About 1 min
- 7
Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar and beat on low speed until just combined and smooth.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Avoid overmixing, which can incorporate too much air into the filling.
- 8
Pour the cream cheese filling over the crust and spread it into an even layer.
About 1 min
- 9
Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and the center is set but still has a slight jiggle.
About 45 min
Cook’s note: The center will firm up completely as it cools.
- 10
Place the pan on a wire rack and let it cool completely to room temperature, for at least one hour.
About 1 hr
Cook’s note: Do not attempt to cut the bars while warm, as the filling needs time to set.
- 11
Once fully cooled, cut into bars and serve.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 326.5kcal
- Protein
- 3.5g
- Carbs
- 50.5g
- Fat
- 12.9g
- Fibre
- 0.5g
- Sugar
- 38.9g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Best served chilled or at room temperature; no reheating is needed.
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