3. Make the gooey filling:
In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
Add eggs, vanilla, and mix well.
Pour in the melted butter, and slowly mix in the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, until fully combined and silky smooth.
4. Pour the filling over the crust.
Spread it out evenly with a spatula. It’ll be thick and glossy – like a cream cheese lava waiting to bake.
5. Bake:
Bake for 40–45 minutes, depending on your oven and pan size. The edges should be golden and slightly puffed, but the center should still have a little jiggle — that’s the gooey part!
⚠️ Don’t overbake! The center will set as it cools.
6. Cool completely before cutting.
Dust with powdered sugar if you like before serving.
You can serve at room temp or chilled from the fridge — both ways are AMAZING.
🥄 Pro Tips:
- Add a splash of almond extract for a bakery-style twist.
- You can swap the yellow cake mix for spice, lemon, or even chocolate for variations.
- Want to make it totally from scratch? Let me know, I gotchu with a homemade base.
I can see why folks beg for this every time you make it — this one’s a classic that never goes out of style!
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