Gooey Butter Bars

Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare the crust first. In a large mixing bowl, combine the crust ingredients. Transfer to a 13″×9″ un-greased baking pan and spread evenly over the bottom of the pan. Set aside.

Next, prepare the filling. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese with a mixer until fluffy. Add the eggs, vanilla, and melted butter, and continue to mix. Next, add the confectioner’s sugar one cup at a time until all sugar is mixed in, scrape sides during the mixing process. Pour filling over the crust and spread evenly with a spatula.

Bake gooey butter bars for 40-45 minutes until browned. The center will jiggle when the pan is shaken. Cool for 30 minutes or longer. Sprinkle with additional confectioner’s sugar (optional) and serve.