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Three tender lemon layers make this birthday cake tall enough to show off the ribbon-candy effect of the frosting and ensure there is plenty for everyone. This festive, delicious cake was conceived by John Baricelli, the manager of the prep kitchen at the television studio, for Martha’s birthday.
This rich yellow layer cake with sour-lemon filling and chocolate frosting has been one of Martha’s favorites since she was a child. Buttermilk adds depth to the dense cake; the frosting creates an impressive presentation when spread atop it.
And you don’t need to be a professional baker to create the ruffles—our rich, thick buttercream recipe and a proper pastry tip will guide you as you create the frosting of your dreams. When strawberries are in season, stock up on three whole pounds for this showstopping, three-layer tall sponge cake.
It’s guaranteed to please a crowd. To make an 8-inch layer cake, as featured on “Martha Bakes,” use 1 teaspoon salt and finish with Mrs. Milman’s Chocolate Frosting .Adapted from “Martha Stewart’s Baking Handbook.” Rich orange-flavored pastry cream is sandwiched between layers of meringue-topped yellow cake in this decadent dessert.
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