Gooey Butter Chess Cake
1 (18.25-ounce) package yellow butter cake mix
2 large eggs
1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted
1 cup cooked grits *
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese
1 (16-ounce) package powdered sugar
2 large eggs (in addition to above)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1. Preheat oven to 350øF.
2. Combine first 4 ingredients in large mixing bowl. Beat thoroughly. Spread mixture in a well-greased 9 x 13-inch baking pan.
3. Beat next 4 ingredients until smooth and creamy. Pour over cake batter.
4. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes. Cool and cut into bars. (Topping will be “gooey”.)
Makes 24 to 36 servings.

