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Combine and Whip: Carefully drizzle the hot sugar syrup into the meringue while it is mixing. Continue whipping until the mixture cools to room temperature. Slowly add four cups of softened butter, mixing until creamy.
Flavor it Up: Finally, add your choice of flavoring, such as vanilla or orange blossom water, and adjust the texture as needed by chilling or mixing.
Assembling the Cake
With all components ready, it's time to assemble:
- Start with the First Layer: Place the first cooled cake layer on a cake stand. Use about a cup of frosting for the crumb coat and add half of your orange curd.