Neiman Marcus Cake
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Neiman Marcus Cake
Description
This cake starts with a base made by mixing yellow cake mix, softened butter, chopped pecans, coconut flakes, and eggs, poured into a pan for an even layer. A cream cheese frosting layer, made from powdered sugar, cream cheese, egg, and vanilla, is spread over the base and baked to achieve a set, lightly browned top. The finished cake offers a balance between the sweet, creamy topping and the textured, nutty crust below.
The coconut and pecans provide both flavor and a pleasing contrast in texture in every bite. This dessert pairs well with coffee or as a sweet finish to a meal.
For variety, the yellow cake mix can be substituted with chocolate cake mix to introduce a richer chocolate element. The cake stores well in the refrigerator for up to a week and also freezes for longer storage, making it convenient to prepare ahead.
Ingredients
Cake Batter
- 1 (15.25-ounce) box yellow cake mix
- ½ cup butter softened
- 1 cup pecans chopped
- 1 cup coconut flakes
- 3 egg
Cream Cheese Layer
- 3½ cups powdered sugar
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9x13 dish and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, beat cake mix, softened butter, chopped pecans, coconut flakes and eggs. Once combined well, pour into the prepared dish and spread to cover the bottom of the pan.
- In another bowl, beat the powdered sugar, cream cheese, egg, and vanilla. Once combined, pour over the crust and bake for 24-26 minutes or until the top has begun to brown.
Notes
- Use softened butter and cream cheese for smooth mixing.
- Chocolate cake mix can replace yellow mix for a chocolate variant.
- Store the cake covered in the refrigerator for 5-7 days.
- Wrap tightly for freezing; cake can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 485 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 485kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 74g | 25% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 399mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 138mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 54g | 108% |
| Vitamin A | 340IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 125mg | 13% |
| Iron | 1.7mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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