Angel Food Cake

45m
Prep Time
40m
Cook Time
1h 25m
Ready In

Recipe: #231

September 25, 2011



"Follow the instructions and you will have the best angel cake!…for the best results make certain to allow the egg whites to come down to almost room temperature before beating and also sift the flour and confectioners sugar two times"

Original is 10-12 servings

Nutritional

  • Serving Size: 1 (41.5 g)
  • Calories 158.7
  • Total Fat - 0.2 g
  • Saturated Fat - 0 g
  • Cholesterol - 0 mg
  • Sodium - 15.4 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate - 37 g
  • Dietary Fiber - 0.4 g
  • Sugars - 25.3 g
  • Protein - 1.3 g
  • Calcium - 25.3 mg
  • Iron - 0.3 mg
  • Vitamin C - 0 mg
  • Thiamin - 0 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2

Set oven rack to lowest position)

Step 3

Prepare an ungreased 10-inch tube pan (do not grease the pan).

Step 4

Place egg whites in a large copper or stainless steel bowl and allow to stand at room temperature for 45 minutes or until almost room temperature.

Step 5

Sift confectioners sugar and flour together twice; set aside (sifting another time won’t hurt!).

Step 6

Add the cream of tartar, extracts and salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form; gradually add granulated white sugar about 2 tablespoons at a time beating on high speed until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved.

Step 7

Using a spatula gradually fold in flour mixture about 1/2 cup at a time (do not beat with an electric mixer).

Step 8

Gently spoon into tube pan.

Step 9

Gently cut through the batter with a knife to remove air pockets.

Step 10

Bake in preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until lightly browned and entire top appears dry.

Step 11

Immediately invert pan; cool completely (about 1 hour).

Step 12

Run a knife around side and center tube of pan, then remove cake to a serving plate.

Tips


No special items needed.

2 Reviews

Beth

I made this to have with Lindasbusykitchen's strawberry sauce and whipped cream. It is a light and tasty cake and so delicious!

5.0

review by:
(15 Apr 2013)

AnnJMe

I never knew Angel Food cake was so easy to make and I had great results. I used your frosting too and it was a great topping for the cake! My grandson loved it and asked to take a piece home with him. We will enjoy this again. Thank you!

5.0

review by:
(11 May 2012)

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