healthy dose of vanilla bean paste. once the layers are completely cool, place one onto a plate or cake stand bottom side up. this not only helps create a nice even layer, but it also prevents crumbs from getting into your frosting. then cut a paper candy/cake pot making stick (or skewer) into three pieces the same height as your layer. add three into the cake in a triangular shape, about 4 inches apart. again, this is a very delicate cake, so a little support will help the bottom layer stay nice and fluffy. the weight of the frosting and top layer will compress the bottom layer if you’re not 