Neiman Marcus Cake

Rich, gooey, and irresistible—this decadent dessert starts with a cake mix and transforms into a buttery, cream cheese delight that’s perfect for any occasion.

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✅ Ingredients:

• 1 box cake mix (any flavor – butter, yellow, or chocolate work great)
• 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)

For the topping:

• 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
• 1 (16 oz) box powdered sugar
• 1 large egg

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👩‍🍳 Directions:

1. Preheat Oven & Prepare Pan
   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
2. Make the Bottom Layer
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, melted butter, and 2 eggs until a thick batter forms.
   Fold in the chopped nuts. Spread this mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
3. Make the Cream Cheese Topping
   In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 1 egg until smooth and creamy.
   Pour the mixture over the cake batter in the pan and spread it evenly.
4. Bake
   Bake for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden and set. The center should still be slightly gooey — that’s what gives the cake its signature chewy texture.
5. Cool & Serve
   Let the cake cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
   Optional: Dust with extra powdered sugar before serving for added sweetness.

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⏱ Prep Time: 10 min | Bake Time: 45 min | Total Time: ~1 hour

🍬 Yield: 12–16 bars