Ooey Gooey Neiman Marcus Cake: A Buttery Classic with a Twist
This ultra-rich, melt-in-your-mouth Neiman Marcus Cake is a legendary treat for good reason. With a buttery yellow cake base and a dreamy cream cheese topping that bakes into a golden, crackly crown, it’s the ultimate dessert for any sweet tooth. We’ve taken this classic and turned it up just a notch—with a hint of almond, extra creaminess, and a perfect balance of crunch and goo.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 35–40 mins
- Total Time: 45–50 mins
- Yield: 28 rich squares 1x
Ingredients
Base Layer:
2 boxes (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
4 large eggs
1 cup butter, melted
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp almond extract (optional, for depth)
Topping Layer:
16 oz cream cheese, softened
4 large eggs
7 cups confectioners’ sugar
Pinch of salt
Optional: 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts for texture
Dusting of powdered sugar (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 13×9-inch baking pan and line with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large bowl, mix both cake mixes with melted butter, vanilla, almond extract, and 4 eggs until a thick dough forms. Press evenly into the prepared pan.
In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Add remaining eggs, one at a time, then slowly beat in confectioners’ sugar and a pinch of salt until smooth.
Pour cream cheese mixture over the cake base and spread evenly. If using, sprinkle chopped nuts over the top for added crunch.
Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center has a soft jiggle (don’t overbake—it should be gooey!).
Cool completely before slicing. Dust with powdered sugar just before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 290
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 3g