Neiman Marcus Cake
Emily Parker
This classic Neiman Marcus Cake is a rich, gooey dessert with a moist cake base, tangy cream cheese topping, and crunchy nuts. It’s incredibly easy to make with a cake mix and pantry staples—perfect for holidays, potlucks, or any time you’re craving something decadent!
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 50 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins
Servings 12
Calories 350 kcal
- 1 box cake mix any flavor
- 1 stick butter melted (1/2 cup)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup chopped nuts pecans or walnuts
- 1 8 oz package cream cheese, softened
- 1 16 oz box powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
In a bowl, mix cake mix, melted butter, and 2 eggs until well blended. Fold in chopped nuts.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and 1 egg, mixing until creamy.
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cake batter. Swirl gently with a knife to marble.
Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool completely before cutting and serving.
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Use room-temperature cream cheese for smooth blending.
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Try chocolate or butter pecan cake mix for a flavor twist.
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Toast the nuts lightly for extra depth.
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Store in the fridge up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.