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Butter Pecan Tres Leches Cake

Butter Pecan Tres Leches Cake
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Butter Pecan Tres Leches Cake is a sumptuous dessert that combines the delightful flavors of buttery toasted pecans with a moist, creamy cake soaked in a rich three-milk mixture. This cake is perfect for celebrations or as a comforting end to a meal. Each bite melts in your mouth, offering an irresistible blend of textures and tastes that will leave your guests wanting more.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 5 large eggs, separated
  • 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
  • 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Additional toasted pecans for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat egg yolks with 3/4 cup sugar until pale. Add whole milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter; mix well. Fold in the flour mixture.
  4. In another bowl, whip egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold egg whites into the yolk mixture along with toasted pecans. Pour batter into the prepared dish.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
  7. Whisk together evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, and melted butter in a bowl.
  8. Poke holes in the cooled cake with a fork and slowly pour the milk mixture over it. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  9. To make the topping, beat heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Spread over the soaked cake and garnish with additional toasted pecans.

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