Pecan Cheesecake Bars
Buttery pecan cake-mix crust is topped with a smooth cream cheese filling, then finished with a light crumble and chopped pecans. These easy dessert bars are rich, nutty, and ideal for potlucks, holidays, or family gatherings.
INGREDIENTS:
1 box butter pecan cake mix about 15.25 oz, divided
1/3 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs divided
8 oz cream cheese softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup pecans chopped
DIRECTIONS:
Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
Remove 2/3 cup of the dry cake mix and set it aside for the topping.
Add the remaining cake mix, vegetable oil, and 1 egg to a large bowl.
Mix until a soft dough forms, then press it evenly into the bottom and corners of the prepared pan.
Bake the crust for 15 minutes, until set but still pale.
While the crust bakes, beat the softened cream cheese until completely smooth.
Add the powdered sugar and remaining 2 eggs, then beat until creamy and evenly combined.
Pour the cream cheese filling over the warm crust and spread it gently to the edges.
Sprinkle the reserved dry cake mix evenly over the filling, then scatter the chopped pecans on top.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the center is set and the edges are lightly golden.
Cool completely before slicing into bars.