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Chewy Texas gold bars stacked on a plate with golden tops and nuts

Texas Gold Bars

Texas Gold Bars are rich, gooey dessert bars with a buttery cake base and a creamy, sweet topping. Easy to make and perfect for potlucks, holidays, or indulgent cravings!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Mix cake mix, melted butter, and 1 egg until dough forms; press into pan.
  • Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, 1 egg, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Pour cream cheese mixture over the cake layer.
  • Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and slightly jiggly in center.
  • Cool completely before cutting into bars.

Notes

Calories: 320 kcal
Protein: 4g
Fat: 16g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 30g
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