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Divide cake into three layers (this will depend on how you split the batter between cake tins - see 'Baker's Notes' above).
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Place one round of cake on your plate, cake stand or cake board. Slide thin strips of baking paper around the edges to catch any drips.
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Spoon most of the passionfruit curd into a piping bag (reserving about 1/3 cup for the drips at the end) and pipe a spiral of passionfruit curd onto the first round, using half of what is in your piping bag.
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Place the second cake layer on top and gently repeat the process, using the rest of the passionfruit curd.
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Gently place the third cake layer on top. Place the cake in the fridge for 10 minutes.
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Remove from the fridge. If you feel like the cake is unsteady, measure a skewer to the height of the cake and gently press through the layers to hold them steady.
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Apply a thin coat of buttercream to the top and sides of the cake. Refrigerate for 20 minutes. Apply a bit more buttercream to smooth out the edges. At this point you may choose to apply a thicker coat, or keep it thin so the cake layers show through (the “semi-nude” look.
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To decorate the cake: using a small fork or a small piping bag, gently drip bits of passionfruit curd down the sides of the cake. Decorate with passionfruit flowers and toasted coconut.
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Bring to room temperature before serving