Description
Cream Cheese Squares are a deliciously simple dessert with a buttery cake base and a rich, creamy topping. Made with yellow cake mix and a smooth cream cheese filling, these easy-to-make squares are perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or just a sweet treat at home. Customize with various flavors like chocolate, lemon, or pumpkin for a delightful twist!
Ingredients
1 box yellow cake mix
2 eggs
1/2 cup butter (softened)
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat your oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Make the cake base: In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, and softened butter. Mix until smooth, then spread it evenly into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan.
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Prepare the cream cheese topping: In another bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
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Assemble the squares: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cake base.
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Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 35 minutes. The top should be lightly golden, but the cream cheese layer should remain soft and creamy.
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Cool and cut: Let the squares cool completely before cutting them into squares. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Chocolate Cream Cheese Squares: Use a chocolate cake mix for the base for a rich, cocoa-flavored treat.
Lemon Cream Cheese Squares: Swap the yellow cake mix for a lemon cake mix and add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the cream cheese filling.
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Squares: Stir in ½ cup of pumpkin puree and 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice for a fall-inspired version.
Nutty Topping: Add chopped walnuts or pecans on top before baking for added texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
