Vacuum Cleaner Bar Cookies Recipe

These incredibly rich and addictive bar cookies disappear in a flash – hence the name! A coworker's wife shared this amazing recipe, and it's incredibly easy to make. Get ready for a flavor explosion with every bite! Perfect for potlucks, parties, or satisfying your own sweet tooth. These are so good, they'll be 'sucked up' in no time!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 399.9 kcal
Protein 9g
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Ingredients for Vacuum Cleaner Bar Cookies

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How to Make Vacuum Cleaner Bar Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) of your favorite yellow cake mix, 1/2 cup of margarine or oleo, softened, and 1 large egg. Mix until just combined.
  3. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a greased 10x15 inch baking pan.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat 2 large eggs until light and frothy.
  5. Add 4 ounces (113g) of softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup of powdered sugar to the beaten eggs. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  6. Stir in 1 cup of shredded sweetened coconut and 1/2 cup of chopped nuts (your choice!).
  7. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cake mix crust.
  8. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 40-45 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
  9. Let cool completely before cutting into small squares.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

151g

Fat

38g

Carbs

17g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Vacuum Cleaner Bar Cookies?

Vacuum Cleaner Bar Cookies takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Vacuum Cleaner Bar Cookies?

Vacuum Cleaner Bar Cookies has approximately 399.9 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates and 31 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Vacuum Cleaner Bar Cookies?

The key ingredients for Vacuum Cleaner Bar Cookies are Yellow Cake Mix, Oleo, Eggs, Cream Cheese, Powdered Sugar, Coconut. See the full list with measurements above.

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