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Cake: Position a rack in the center of the oven.
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Liberally butter and flour a 10-inch tube or Bundt pan.
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Sift the flour, baking powder and salt into a large bowl.
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In another large bowl, using an electric mixer beat the 1 /12 cups of butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the eggs, beating well after each addition.
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In batches, add the flour mixture, alternating with the buttermilk and ending with the flour mixture.
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Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
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Bake until the cake is golden and a cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean, about 45 to 50 minutes.
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Transfer the cake to a wire rack and cool completely in the pan.
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Invert the cake onto the wire rack, then put it on a cake plate or platter.
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(Cooks Note: The cake can be prepared 1 day ahead.
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Cover tightly with plastic wrap and store at room temperature.)
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Topping: Combine the mango, water, sugar cream cheese and tequila, if using, in a blender or food processor.
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Blend until smooth and thick, adding extra water, if needed.
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Taste and adjust the sweetness with extra sugar, if needed.
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Spoon the mango topping evenly over the top of the cake and decorate with edible flowers, if desired
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Cut into slices and serve.