Easy Decorations for an Orange Angel Food Cake That Wow Guests

By Tarishi Shrivastava

Candied Orange Slices

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Whipped Cream Swirls

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Edible Flowers

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Zest Confetti

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Powdered Sugar Dusting

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Chocolate Drizzle

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Fresh Mint Leaves

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