Old Lady Cleveland’s Gooey Bars

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 1

Old Lady Cleveland's Gooey Bars Recipe for Dessert Enthusiasts

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

475

Sugar

50g

Fat

24g

Old Lady Cleveland's Gooey Bars are a classic dessert recipe that has been passed down for generations in the United States. These bars are made of a yellow cake mix base, layered with a cream cheese and confectioners' sugar mixture, which is then topped with lemon cake mix and chopped pecans. When baked, the result is a dessert with a crispy top layer and a gooey and soft interior. This recipe is perfect for those who are looking for a sweet and indulgent treat to share with friends and family.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.	In a bowl, combine cake mix, melted margarine, and 1 egg.
3.	Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking pan.
4.	In a large bowl, beat together confectioners' sugar, eggs, and cream cheese until smooth.
5.	Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over the cake mixture in the pan.
6.	Sprinkle the lemon cake mix over the cream cheese mixture.
7.	Sprinkle chopped pecans on top.
8.	Bake in preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes, or until lightly browned.

PROS

Old Lady Cleveland’s Gooey Bars are a sweet and decadent dessert recipe that is easy to make and sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.

This recipe is perfect for those who love lemon-flavored treats and those who enjoy gooey and soft dessert bars.

CONS

The high sugar and fat content in this dessert make it an indulgent treat that should be enjoyed in moderation.

For those with dietary restrictions, this recipe may not be suitable due to its use of cake mix and cream cheese.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The pecans in this recipe add a source of healthy fats and protein to the dessert.

	1 package yellow cake mix
	1/2 cup margarine , melted
	1 egg
	4 cups confectioners ' sugar
	2 eggs
	1 package cream cheese
	1 package lemon cake mix
	1/2 cup chopped pecans