Neiman Maracus Dump Cake
Darling, if you’ve ever dreamed of dessert couture, let me introduce you to the Neiman Marcus Dump Cake.
She’s rich, gooey, layered, and just a little bit over-the-top—basically, she’s the cake equivalent of a sequined gown with matching heels.
This cake is sometimes called “Millionaire Bars” or “Texas Gold Bars,” but honey, when I bring her to the church potluck, people just call her “gone.”
Imagine a buttery crust, a sprinkle of pecans for crunch, a cloud of cream cheese and sugar for the middle, and a golden topping that makes you feel like you’ve stumbled into the Neiman Marcus tearoom without maxing out your credit card.
The best part? It’s absurdly easy. If you can open a box of cake mix and wield a hand mixer without breaking a nail, you can absolutely pull this off. Just be prepared for admirers to hound you for the recipe—I suggest keeping some extra copies in your purse right next to the lipstick and gum.
So grab your 9×13 pan and let’s go shopping in the baking aisle, sweetheart—because this little number belongs on your dessert runway.
Neiman Marcus Dump Cake
Equipment
- 1 9"x13" baking dish or pan
- 2 mixing bowls
- 1 hand mixer optional
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix reserve 1 cup for topping
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 8-ounce package cream cheese softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 ¾ cups powdered sugar about 1 lb box
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup reserved cake mix, melted butter, and 1 egg. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Sprinkle chopped pecans evenly over the crust.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add remaining 2 eggs, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar. Beat until light and fluffy.
- Pour cream cheese mixture over the pecans and crust layer. Spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining dry cake mix evenly on top.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, until golden brown on top but still gooey in the center.
- Cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Nutrition
Diva's Elegant Enhancements
Caramel Dream:
Drizzle salted caramel sauce over the cream cheese layer before baking.
Chocolate Indulgence:
Swap yellow cake mix for chocolate and add mini chocolate chips between layers.
Berry Bliss:
Add a layer of fresh raspberries or blueberries on top of the pecans for a fruity twist.
Presentation Suggestions:
Dust the finished cake with a light snowfall of powdered sugar—like it just came off the Neiman Marcus dessert cart.
Serve squares on vintage china plates with tiny dessert forks (because you’ll feel fancy while devouring gooey goodness).
For parties, cut into bite-sized bars and stack them on a tiered dessert stand with little parchment squares to catch the buttery crumbs.
Ready to add a touch of luxury to your dessert table?
Whip up this Neiman Marcus Dump Cake today and let your taste buds shop in style!
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