Southern Chess Squares

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9x13-inch pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix together cake mix, melted butter and egg until mixed well. You can do this by hand or with a mixer. Stir in pecans.

Step 3

Press mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.

Step 4

Use an electric mixer to beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.

Step 5

Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Pour filling over crust.

Step 6

Bake for 45 minutes, or until filling is set.

Step 7

Cool before cutting into squares.