INGREDIENTS
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2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for the pans
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3 cups all-purpose flour, more for the pans
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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2 cups granulated sugar
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1 cup whole milk, room temperature
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5 egg whites, room temperature
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For the fruit filling:
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5 egg yolks, room temperature
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1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
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1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
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1 cup raisins
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1 cup sweetened grated coconut
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1 cup chopped pecans
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For the boiled white frosting:
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2 cups granulated sugar
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3/4 cup water
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1 teaspoon cream of tartar
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2 egg whites, room temperature
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For the sugared pecans (optional):
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
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1 egg white
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1 tablespoon water
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2 cups pecans
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1/2 cup granulated sugar