Frosted Gooey Lemon Bars Recipe

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2

Combine all of the ingredients for the cake layer in a mixing bowl. Press down in a 9x13-inch baking pan sprayed with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl combine powdered sugar and butter.

Step 4

Add enough lemon juice to form the consistency of a thick frosting.

Step 5

Beat in cream cheese and yellow food coloring until smooth.

Step 6

Set aside 1 cup of frosting to spread on top after baking (be sure to not skip this step!).

Step 7

Add eggs to remaining frosting mixture and beat until fluffy.

Step 8

Spread on top of cake mix in the pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until barely golden brown.

Step 9

Let cool completely and then spread reserved frosting mixture on top and serve.