Neiman Marcus Cake
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Neiman Marcus Cake, a decadent dessert that seamlessly combines rich chocolate, crunchy nuts, and creamy frosting. Each slice is a celebration, perfect for birthdays or simply to treat yourself after a long day. With its moist texture and delightful aroma, this cake is sure to impress your guests and become a favorite in your home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup heavy cream (for frosting)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar until well combined.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs with vanilla extract. Gradually add the melted butter while whisking until smooth.
- Slowly combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients, stirring until just mixed—some lumps are fine.
- Fold in the chopped nuts evenly throughout the batter.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool for 10 minutes in pans before transferring to wire racks. Once cooled completely, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until fluffy and frost as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg