Neiman Marcus Brownie Recipe

Indulge in the legendary Neiman Marcus Brownies! This decadent recipe, famously spotted in the Houston Chronicle, delivers intensely fudgy brownies topped with a creamy, dreamy cream cheese swirl. Get ready for a taste of pure chocolate heaven – a perfect dessert for any occasion.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 60 mins

Calories 4803.7 kcal

Protein 107g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Neiman Marcus Brownie

Chocolate Cake Mix
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
3 large eggs
1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
1 cup powdered sugar
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¾ teaspoon salt

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How to Make Neiman Marcus Brownie

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ¾ teaspoon salt.
Add 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted, and 1 large egg to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Stir in 1 cup chopped pecans (optional).
Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
In a separate bowl, beat together 1 (8 ounce) package of cream cheese (softened), 1 cup powdered sugar, and 2 large eggs until smooth and creamy.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the brownie batter.
Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached. (Do not overbake!)
Let cool completely before cutting and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

161 g

Sugar

2217g

Fat

610g

Carbs

221g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Neiman Marcus Brownie?

Neiman Marcus Brownie takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Neiman Marcus Brownie?

Neiman Marcus Brownie has approximately 4803.7 calories per serving, with about 107 g protein, 221 g carbohydrates and 354 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Neiman Marcus Brownie?

The key ingredients for Neiman Marcus Brownie are Chocolate Cake Mix, Butter, Eggs, Nuts, Powdered Sugar, Cream Cheese. See the full list with measurements above.