Chess Squares

Chess Squares, also known as Gooey Butter Cake, originated in St. Louis, Missouri, and became popular across the United States for its rich and indulgent flavor.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 6.

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Chess Squares

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Bakery, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 25 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3360

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Butter
• 1 box Yellow cake mix
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 package Cream cheese
• 4 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, and 1 egg. Mix until well combined.
3. Press the cake mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
4. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, 1 egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
5. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cake layer in the baking dish.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
7. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the dish for 30 minutes.
8. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 280kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 34g12%

Sugars 24g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.