Another vote for Dorie Greenspan's Perfect Party Cake

[monj]

I finally did it! It was a time consuming cake, but well worth the results. I did split the layers and came out great. Made it for my brother's "big" birthday--he loves buttercream.

I used 12 oz of strawberry preserves for the filling. I have no idea how 2/3 cup would cover 4 layers!!

Thanks Sandi!! smileys/smile.gif

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[sandi-in-hawaii]

Ahhh, that cake! Didn't you love the buttercream? Definitely good for a celebration!

Happy belated birthday to bro! He's lucky to have such a great sister!

 

[monj]

Really good buttercream, and I'm not usually a fan. Very light, great for frosting, just a

really good recipe. I've been going through her book for a while now, trying different things, and this one is on the top 3!
When you read the steps its rather daunting for a novice baker, especially cooking the meringue over boiliing water, but well worth the time. I felt really proud of it! smileys/smile.gif
Thanks!