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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 5 large eggs
- 3 cups cake flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the icing:
- 3 cups light brown sugar
- 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup evaporated milk
- 1/8 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
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