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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 3 1/2 c. cake flour, sifted
- 1 1/2 tsp. double acting baking soda
- 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
- 2 c. sugar
- 6 large eggs
- 1 c. softened butter, salted
- 1/2 c. milk
- 1/4 c. mashed Paw Paw pulp*
- 2 tsp. lime juice
- 1 tsp. fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp. good quality vanilla extract
- 1 c. confectioner's sugar
- 2 tbsp. butter
- 2 tbsp. milk, more or less for desired consistency
- 1/4 tsp. vanilla extract
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