Tres leches cake meets Indian flavors in this twist on the classic.

Soak a pistachio-enriched cake in sweet, spiced milk and spread with whipped cream topping.

I love the refreshing milky taste and the lingering cooling feeling on my tongue.

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So, it’s no surprise that two of my favorite treats are kulfi and tres leches cake.

The base recipe was adapted fromA Cozy Kitchenstres leches cake.

Why Use Three Types of Milk?

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Using all three milks ensures a balanced sweetness and a rich consistency without weighing down the cake.

Turn the mixer off, then scrape the sides of the bowl as needed.

Youll use the stand mixer bowl again to whip the egg whites.

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Increase the speed to high, then slowly add the remaining sugar.

The peak should stand up firmly, but the tip will curl slightly.

The mixture will also look slightly glossy and have tripled in volume.

Serving of Pistachio Cardamom Tres Leches Cake on a Plate with Some on a Spoon

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To avoid overwhipping, I recommend stopping the mixture every twenty seconds to check the stiffness.

Then, gently fold the rest of the egg whites into the batter until just combined.

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.

Tray of Tres Leches with Pistachio and Cardamom with Some Pieces Cut Out

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Gently tap the pan on the counter to remove any surface bubbles.

Let cool completely, about 1 hour.

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the condensed milk and evaporated milk using a whisk.

Bowl of Ground Pistachios for Tres Leches Cake

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Set a small saucepan over medium heat, add the whole milk, salt, cinnamon, and cardamom.

Bring to a simmer, remove from the heat, and pour slowly into the mixing bowl.

Whisk the liquids until combined.

Bowl of Dry Ingredients for Pistachio Cardamom Tres Leches Cake

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Let cool to room temperature.

Generously poke the top of the cake all over with a fork or thin skewer.

Slowly pour half of the liquid over the cake, letting the liquid slightly seep through for 1 minute.

Egg Yolk and Sugar Whipped in Stand Mixer for Pistachio Cardamom Tres Leches Cake

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Pour the remaining half of the liquid and let sit for 15 minutes.

Refrigerate cake for a minimum of four hours up to overnight before adding the whipped cream.

Just before serving, whip the cream.

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Place the heavy cream in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment.

Use a spatula to transfer the whipped cream to the top of the cake.

Using an offset spatula or the back of a spoon, smooth out the cream as needed.

Egg Whites Whipped in a Mixing Bowl for Tres Leches Cake

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Top with chopped pistachios and serve immediately.

It will still be delicious, though!

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Milk Mixture Poured onto Pistachio Cardamom Tres Leches Cake

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Whipped Cream for Pistachio Cardamom Tres Leches Cake in a Mixing Bowl

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Pistachio Cardamom Tres Leches Cake

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