Pecan Cake

Dough: In a mixer, beat the egg whites until they are stiff

Add the yolks one by one and continue beating

Gradually add the sugar while still beating

Remove from the mixer and add vanilla, pecans, and flour

Mix delicately with a spatula and pour into an untended and floured cake pan

Bake in a medium oven until a toothpick inserted comes out clean

Let it cool and set aside

Filling: Combine sugar and water in a saucepan and cook over high heat until a thick syrup forms

Add the passionfruit pulp and stir occasionally

Remove from heat and let cool

Beat the egg whites in a separate bowl until stiff and add to the filling, mixing well

Let it set aside

Cut the cooled cake in half horizontally and fill with the passionfruit filling

Set aside

For the topping, beat the egg whites until stiff and add sugar

Beat until stiff peaks form

Cover the cake and decorate with caramel sauce and toasted pecans.