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Chess Squares Recipe

Published: January 23, 2025 Prep Time: About 15 minutes Cook Time: About 35 minutes Total Time: About 50 minutes Serves: 24 squares Difficulty: Easy Category: Dessert Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 pound powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan
  2. In a bowl, combine cake mix, melted butter, and 1 egg
  3. Press mixture into prepared pan
  4. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese with remaining eggs
  5. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt
  6. Beat until smooth
  7. Pour over cake mixture
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown
  9. Let cool completely before cutting into squares
  10. Store in an airtight container

Special Notes

These chess squares are a classic Southern dessert that's perfect for potlucks and parties. The combination of cake mix, cream cheese, and powdered sugar creates a rich, sweet treat. The key is not to over-bake the squares to prevent them from becoming too dry. You can customize this recipe by using different cake mixes or adding different flavors. These squares are perfect for holidays, parties, or any time you want a quick and easy dessert.

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