Step 5 of 8 · Cake Decorating Essentials
Dam and fill
Dam and fill — step 5 of 8 in Cake Decorating Essentials. A ring of buttercream around the edge of the first layer, then fill the inside. The dam stops jam or loose frosting from bulging.
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A ring of buttercream around the edge of the first layer, then fill the inside. The dam stops jam or loose frosting from bulging. Second layer on top, flat side up.
If it leans, chill 15 minutes and nudge. Do not keep stacking on a leaning cake.
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