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4th of July Gooey Butter Bars

Indulge in 4th of July Gooey Butter Bars for a Patriotic Treat

These 4th of July Gooey Butter Bars are easy to make, festive, and irresistibly gooey, perfect for summer celebrations.
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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: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 box White Cake Mix Swap for yellow or flavored mixes for a twist.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted; use margarine for a non-dairy alternative.
  • 1 large Egg Can use a flaxseed or chia egg for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Consider almond extract for a unique taste.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Chips Semi-sweet or dark chocolate can balance the flavors.
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk A coconut milk and sugar mixture can be used for a dairy-free version.
For Decoration
  • 1/2 cup Red, White, and Blue Sprinkles Feel free to use any color or skip for a classic treat.

Equipment

  • 8” x 8” baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Parchment paper
  • Non-stick spray

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line an 8” x 8” baking pan with parchment paper and spray with non-stick spray.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the white cake mix, melted unsalted butter, large egg, and pure vanilla extract. Beat for about 30 seconds until just combined.
  4. Gently fold in the red, white, and blue sprinkles and white chocolate chips.
  5. Press two-thirds of the dough mixture into the bottom of the pan, spread sweetened condensed milk over it, and crumble the remaining dough on top.
  6. Bake for 29 to 31 minutes until edges are slightly browned and center is just set.
  7. Let the bars cool for at least 60 minutes before lifting out of the pan to slice into 16 squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep leftover bars in an airtight container to maintain moisture; they'll last up to 3 days at room temperature or 1 week refrigerated.

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