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Key Lime Gooey Bars

Key Lime Gooey Bars

The ultimate summer dessert, Key Lime Gooey Bars are refreshingly tart and irresistibly sweet. With a gooey texture that melts in your mouth, these bars are perfect for any occasion. You'll want to make them tonight!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 32 minutes
Total Time 52 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 15.25 oz Key Lime Cake Mix 1 box - I used Pillsbury
  • 4 oz Unsalted Butter 1 stick - softened
  • 1 large Egg room temperature
  • 1 large Lime zested and juiced
  • 2/3 cup White Chocolate Chips
  • 2/3 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • to taste Lemon and Lime Zest for top of bars if desired

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Frying Pan
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Line a 9x9 inch baking pan with foil. Spray with cooking spray and set aside.
  3. Beat butter with a mixer until soft and fluffy.
  4. Add in cake mix, egg, lime juice and lime zest and continue beating until combined.
  5. Press about two-thirds of the cake mixture onto the bottom of the foil-lined baking pan.
  6. Sprinkle white chocolate chips over the top.
  7. Drizzle the sweetened condensed milk over the top of the chocolate.
  8. Crumble the remaining cake mixture over the top of the sweetened condensed milk, trying to spread it out as much as possible. Press lightly.
  9. Bake for 29-32 minutes, or until edges start to brown.
  10. Let bars cool completely before cutting.
  11. Top with additional lime and lemon zest if desired.
  12. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

Notes

  • Tip 1: To keep your bars fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
  • Tip 2: Yes, you can freeze these bars! Cut them into squares and place them in a single layer in a freezer-safe container. They’ll last for up to three months.
  • Tip 3: For a delightful twist, serve them with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side.
  • Tip 4: Try using other citrus fruits like orange or lemon for a unique flavor profile.
  • Tip 5: Add chopped nuts, such as pecans or walnuts, to the batter for a crunchy texture contrast.