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Rose Pistachio Tres Leches Cake

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A floral and nutty twist on the classic Mexican Tres Leches cake, this Rose Pistachio Tres Leches Cake is a light sponge soaked in a rose-scented three-milk mixture, topped with whipped cream and garnished with pistachios for an elegant dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 5 large eggs, separated
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp rose water
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream (for topping)
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup shelled pistachios, chopped
  • Dried rose petals (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat egg yolks with 3/4 cup sugar until pale and fluffy. Stir in milk and vanilla extract.
  4. Gently fold the flour mixture into the egg yolk mixture.
  5. In another bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining 1/4 cup sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
  6. Fold egg whites into the batter gently until combined. Pour batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Let the cake cool completely. Poke holes all over the cake with a fork.
  8. In a bowl, whisk together evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, heavy cream, and rose water. Pour the mixture evenly over the cooled cake.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the cake to soak.
  10. Whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Spread evenly over the chilled cake.
  11. Garnish with chopped pistachios and rose petals before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust rose water to taste; too much can be overpowering.
  • Best served chilled for a refreshing flavor.
  • Can be made a day ahead for deeper flavor absorption.

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