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Homemade Angel Food Cake

Homemade Angel Food Cake


  • Author: Charlotte
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x

Description

Indulge in the light and fluffy delight of Homemade Angel Food Cake, a dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. With its airy texture and subtle sweetness, this cake is a favorite among dessert lovers. It’s incredibly versatile—enjoy it plain or dress it up with fresh fruits like strawberries, peaches, or raspberries and a dollop of whipped cream. Ideal for birthdays, holidays, or simply a cozy night at home, this cake can be made in just about 65 minutes. Impress your guests or treat yourself to this classic dessert that embodies simplicity and elegance.


Ingredients

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  • 1 ¼ cups cake flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ cups egg whites (about 12)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
  • ¼ teaspoon clear vanilla
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 ⅓ cups granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Sift together the cake flour and ½ cup of sugar four times to aerate.
  3. In a large metal bowl, whip egg whites with salt, cream of tartar, vanilla, and almond extract until soft peaks form.
  4. Gradually add remaining sugar in four additions, mixing well after each.
  5. Carefully fold in the flour mixture in four parts using a metal spoon.
  6. Pour batter into an ungreased tube pan without scraping the bowl.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown; cool upside down.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 55mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: <5mg

Keywords: Use room temperature egg whites for better volume when whipping. Be gentle when folding the flour mixture to preserve airiness. Experiment with flavor extracts like lemon or orange for a unique twist.