Neiman Marcus Cake
A rich, gooey dessert that's sure to impress at any gathering, Neiman Marcus Cake combines a buttery crust with a creamy topping for a deliciously unforgettable treat.
Ingredients
For the cake layer
- 1 box yellow cake mix Classic kind preferred.
- 4 large eggs Standard size, not medium or jumbo.
- 0.5 cup butter, melted Use real butter for best results.
For the cream cheese topping
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened Let it sit out to soften.
- 3.5 cups powdered sugar Essential for sweetness.
- 2 large eggs Remaining eggs for the topping.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Grease a 9x13 baking pan.
- In a bowl, mix the cake mix, two eggs, and melted butter until it looks like thick dough.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of the greased pan.
Mix the cream cheese layer
- In another bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, remaining two eggs, and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Pour this cream cheese mixture over the cake layer in the baking pan.
Baking
- Bake for about 35-40 minutes, until the top is golden and cracked slightly. It should jiggle in the center.
Notes
For storage, wrap tightly in plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate. Tastes richer on the second day. Can freeze pieces but thaw overnight in the fridge before eating. Serve with dusted powdered sugar or alongside fresh berries and coffee.