Cyndee’s Neiman Marcus Cake

• Preheat and Prepare the Pan
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan and set aside.
• Make the Cake Batter
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream the butter and sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
  • Lower the speed to medium, then add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Add the sour cream, vanilla, and lemon zest, scraping down the bowl as needed. Continue mixing until well combined.
• Add the Dry Ingredients
  • In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cornstarch, salt, and baking soda.
  • With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
  • Finish mixing by hand with a spatula to ensure the batter is smooth and well-mixed.
• Assemble and Bake
  • Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  • Prepare the topping, mixing all ingredients together until well combined.
  • Evenly spread the topping over the cake batter.
• Bake and Cool
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool in the pan before slicing and serving.

Enjoy your delicious homemade cake!