Yum Yum Bars
Yum Yum Bars are a vintage American dessert combining a buttery pecan-studded yellow cake mix crust with a rich cream cheese topping, made with just 6 ingredients and minimal effort.
Yum Yum Bars are a vintage American dessert combining a buttery pecan-studded yellow cake mix crust with a rich cream cheese topping, made with just 6 ingredients and minimal effort.
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, chopped pecans, and 1 egg.
Using a hand mixer, mix the ingredients until a thick dough forms.
Grease a 13x9 inch baking dish.
Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared dish.
In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer until smooth.
Beat in the remaining 2 eggs until well combined.
Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue to mix until the filling is creamy and smooth.
Pour the cream cheese filling evenly over the crust.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan.
Once cooled, dust the top generously with additional powdered sugar.
Cut into squares or bars and serve.
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; serve chilled or at room temperature.
Yes, butter pecan or white cake mix work well as substitutes for yellow cake mix, though yellow cake is traditional for this recipe.
The cream cheese layer should be set but still slightly jiggly in the center when you gently shake the pan. Overbaking can cause the topping to crack.
Yes, they can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. They're best served chilled.
Walnuts or chopped almonds are good substitutes. You can also omit nuts entirely and increase the cake mix mixture slightly.
Eggs are divided—some go in the crust and some in the cream cheese layer. Both portions are necessary for the correct texture of each layer.
