Southern Lane Cake
"I just love this southern-style dessert, and so do dinner guests. With pecans, cherries and raisins in the filling and topping, this version reminds me of a fruitcake—only so much better! —Mabel Parvi, Ridgefield, Washington..."
INGREDIENTS
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6 large egg whites
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3/4 cup butter, softened
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1-1/2 cups sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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3/4 cup 2% milk
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FILLING:
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6 large egg yolks
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1 cup sugar
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1/2 cup butter, cubed
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1/4 cup bourbon
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1 tablespoon grated orange zest
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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3/4 cup raisins
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3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
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3/4 cup chopped pecans
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3/4 cup coarsely chopped red candied cherries
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1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped and sweetened
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