Beatriz Ball Sand Dollar Footed Starfish Pedestal Recipe
5.5"
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Decoration Ingredients
Method
Baking the Base
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Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
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Cream Butter and Sugar
In another bowl, cream the softened butter until light and fluffy. Gradually add in the granulated sugar and continue to beat until well combined.
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Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
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Bake
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool
Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Decoration
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Prepare Frosting
In a mixing bowl, combine the powdered sugar with a few tablespoons of milk to create a smooth frosting. Adjust milk quantity to achieve desired consistency.
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Frost the Cake
Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the frosting evenly over the top of the cake.
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Add Decorations
Garnish the cake with fresh mint leaves and slices of starfruit to resemble a beachy starfish theme.
