Ombre layer cake

Method

1. Start. Weigh the empty mixing bowl, then the finished batter. Divide exactly among 4 pans.Watch for: Use the scale for repeatable portions; tare the vessel between additions and label divided mixtures immediately. Scrape the bottom and sides once, then stop at the texture described; extra mixing can add air or develop unwanted gluten.
2. Then. Tint in increasing measured drops; bake equal layers.Watch for: Use the scale for repeatable portions; tare the vessel between additions and label divided mixtures immediately. Keep components level and leave edges clean; uneven thickness shows up as uneven setting and slices.
3. Finish. Stack from dark to light and finish with a thin neutral coat.Watch for: Keep components level and leave edges clean; uneven thickness shows up as uneven setting and slices. Apply a thin, even coat and keep it off cut edges or seams unless the step says otherwise.