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Butter Pecan Three Milks Cake

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A moist and rich cake soaked in three types of milk, with buttery pecans adding delightful crunch.

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 oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  3. Beat egg yolks with 3/4 cup sugar in a large bowl until pale and fluffy; stir in milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Gradually fold in the flour mixture.
  4. Beat egg whites in a separate clean bowl until soft peaks form; gradually add remaining 1/4 cup sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the batter until just combined. Stir in the toasted pecans.
  5. Pour batter into prepared baking dish and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool.
  6. Whisk together evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, and melted butter in a large bowl.
  7. Once cake is cooled, poke holes all over surface with fork or skewer; slowly pour milk mixture evenly over cake, allowing it to soak in. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  8. To prepare topping, beat heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form; spread whipped cream evenly over soaked cake.
  9. Garnish with additional toasted pecans. Serve chilled and enjoy!

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Notes

For a sugar-free option, consider using stevia or monk fruit instead of granulated sugar.

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