Neiman Marcus Cake Cream Cheese (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
→ Cake Base
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1 box yellow cake mix
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1 cup unsalted butter, melted
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2 large eggs
→ Cream Cheese Layer
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1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
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2 large eggs
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3 ¾ cups powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Optional Garnish
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Powdered sugar, for dusting
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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In a bowl, mix the yellow cake mix with 2 eggs and the melted butter until thick. Press evenly into the baking dish.
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In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add 2 eggs, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar. Beat until fully combined and creamy.
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Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cake base. Spread evenly with a spatula.
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Bake for 35–40 minutes until the top is golden and edges are set, but the center remains slightly jiggly.
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Let the cake cool completely before slicing.
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Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
# Additional Notes:
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Make sure cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the topping.
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Let the cake cool completely before cutting to get clean, distinct layers.
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For a twist, add mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the cream cheese layer.