Lighter Sugared Rose Parade Layer Cake | Paula Deen

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons meringue powder
• 2 tablespoons water
• from 2-3 large, organic or pesticide-free roses rose petals
• 1 1/3 cup divided granulated sugar
• 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
• 1 cup all purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup low-fat buttermilk
• 1/3 cup Canola oil
• 1 large egg
• 1 egg white
• 1 teaspoon red food coloring
• 1 (8 oz) package at room temperature reduced-fat cream cheese
• 1 cup confectioner's sugar
• 1/2 cup plain fat-free Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract