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Neiman Marcus Cake Recipe

Neiman Marcus Cake Recipe
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Neiman Marcus Cake is a rich and creamy dessert featuring a cookie dough-like buttery cake base topped with a smooth, sweet cream cheese layer. This easy-to-make cake combines a yellow or white cake mix with cream cheese and powdered sugar, baked to perfection for a golden, indulgent treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Cake Bottom Layer

  • 1 (15.25 oz) box yellow or white cake mix
  • ½ cup butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs

Cream Cheese Top Layer

  • 3½ cups powdered sugar, divided, plus more for serving
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×13-inch cake pan with non-stick spray or line it with foil to ensure easy removal and clean-up.
  2. Mix Cake Bottom Layer: In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow or white cake mix, melted butter, and two eggs. Using a sturdy spoon, mix until well blended. The mixture will be thick, resembling cookie dough in texture.
  3. Press Dough into Pan: Using your fingers or a bench scraper, evenly press the thick dough mixture into the prepared cake pan, creating the base layer of the cake.
  4. Prepare Cream Cheese Topping: In a separate mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and two cups of powdered sugar on low speed until smooth. Then add the two eggs and vanilla extract, continuing to beat on low speed until fully combined. Finally, add the remaining 1½ cups of powdered sugar and beat until the mixture is smooth and blended well.
  5. Assemble the Cake: Pour the cream cheese topping over the cake dough layer in the pan, spreading it evenly to the edges to cover completely.
  6. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the cream cheese topping is set, golden brown, and starts pulling away slightly from the sides of the pan.
  7. Cool and Serve: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, cut into squares. Optionally, sprinkle the top with additional powdered sugar before serving for an elegant finish.

Notes

  • Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature to achieve a smooth topping without lumps.
  • Press the cake dough layer evenly for consistent thickness and even baking.
  • You can use either yellow or white cake mix depending on your preference.
  • Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
  • This cake pairs well with a cup of coffee or tea.

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