# What You'll Need:
→ Cake
01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
08 - 5 large eggs, separated
09 - 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
10 - 1/2 cup pumpkin purée
11 - 1/3 cup whole milk
12 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Tres Leches Soak
13 - 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
14 - 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
15 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
16 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
→ Whipped Cream Topping
17 - 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
18 - 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
19 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
20 - Ground cinnamon, for garnish
# Method Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish to ensure easy removal.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves until evenly combined.
03 - In a large bowl, beat egg yolks with 3/4 cup of the granulated sugar until pale and thick. Incorporate pumpkin purée, whole milk, and vanilla extract.
04 - Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet blend until just combined, maintaining a light texture.
05 - In a clean bowl, whip egg whites to soft peaks. Slowly add remaining 1/4 cup sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
06 - Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter in three additions, taking care not to deflate.
07 - Transfer batter into the prepared pan and smooth the surface. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
08 - Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Use a skewer or fork to poke holes throughout the surface.
09 - Whisk evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, heavy cream, and ground cinnamon until fully blended.
10 - Slowly pour the milk mixture evenly over the cake, allowing it to fully absorb the liquid.
11 - Cover and refrigerate for at least two hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld.
12 - Beat heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla in a mixing bowl to soft peaks.
13 - Spread whipped cream evenly over chilled cake and dust with ground cinnamon before serving.
