BEST ANGEL FOOD CAKE
For our daughter's wedding, a friend made this lovely, angel food cake from a recipe she's used for decades. It really is one of the best angel food cake recipes I've found. Serve slices plain or dress them up with fresh fruit. -Marilyn Niemeyer, Doon, Iowa
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Sift 1/2 cup sugar and flour together twice; set aside. , Place oven rack in the lowest position. Preheat oven to 350°. Add cream of tartar, extracts and salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining sugar, about 2 tablespoons at a time, beating on high until stiff peaks form. Gradually fold in flour mixture, about 1/2 cup at a time., Gently spoon into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Cut through batter with a knife to remove air pockets. Bake until lightly browned and entire top appears dry, 35-40 minutes. Immediately invert pan; cool completely, about 1 hour. , Run a knife around side and center tube of pan. Remove cake to a serving plate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 68mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ANGEL FOOD CAKE
This angel food cake has a completely different texture than the ones made from a mix. My family enjoys it all year long, either plain or topped with berries and whipped cream. -Lucile H. Proctor, Panguitch, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Sift confectioners' sugar and flour together twice; set aside. , Add the cream of tartar, extracts and salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add granulated sugar, about 2 tablespoons at a time, beating on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Gradually fold in flour mixture, about 1/2 cup at a time., Gently spoon into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Cut through the batter with a knife to remove air pockets. Bake on the lowest oven rack at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until lightly browned and entire top appears dry. Immediately invert pan; cool completely, about 1 hour. , Run a knife around side and center tube of pan. Remove cake to a serving plate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 75mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
ANGEL FOOD CAKE III
Classic angel food cake, light and tastes great by itself!
Provided by Krissyp
Categories Desserts Cakes White Cake Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 14
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Be sure that your 10 inch tube pan is clean and dry. Any amount of oil or residue could deflate the egg whites. Sift together the flour, and 3/4 cup of the sugar, set aside.
- In a large bowl, whip the egg whites along with the vanilla, cream of tartar and salt, to medium stiff peaks. Gradually add the remaining sugar while continuing to whip to stiff peaks. When the egg white mixture has reached its maximum volume, fold in the sifted ingredients gradually, one third at a time. Do not overmix. Put the batter into the tube pan.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes in the preheated oven, until the cake springs back when touched. Balance the tube pan upside down on the top of a bottle, to prevent decompression while cooling. When cool, run a knife around the edge of the pan and invert onto a plate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 135.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 4 g, Sodium 131 mg, Sugar 21.7 g
ANGEL FOOD CAKE
Enjoy this fluffy angel food cake - a traditional dessert.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 3h20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- About 30 minutes before making the cake, place an egg separator over a small bowl. Crack each egg over the egg separator to separate the whites from the yolk. (save the yolks for another recipe.) Transfer egg whites to a 2-cup measuring cup until there are 1 1/2 cups of egg whites.
- Place the egg whites in a clean large bowl, and let stand at room temperature up to 30 minutes.*
- Move the oven rack to the lowest position; remove other oven rack. Heat the oven to 375°F. In a medium bowl, mix the powdered sugar and flour; set aside.
- Add the cream of tartar to the egg whites; beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until mixture looks foamy. On high speed, beat in the granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons at a time; add the vanilla, almond extract and salt with the last addition of sugar. Continue beating until meringue is stiff and glossy. Do not underbeat.
- Sprinkle the powdered sugar-flour mixture, 1/4 cup at a time, over the meringue; to fold in, use a rubber spatula to cut down vertically through the batter, then slide the spatula across the bottom of the bowl and up the side just until sugar-flour mixture disappears. When all sugar-flour mixture has been folded in, spoon the batter into an ungreased 10x4-inch angel food (tube) cake pan. Using a metal spatula or knife, gently cut through the batter, spreading batter gently against side of pan and tube, to break large air pockets.
- Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until cracks in cake feel dry and top springs back when touched lightly. Immediately turn pan upside down onto a heatproof funnel or bottle. Let cake hang about 2 hours or until completely cool.
- Remove pan from funnel. Loosen the cake by running a knife or long metal spatula between the cake and side of pan. Place a serving plate upside down on pan; turn plate and pan over together and remove pan. (If pan has a removable bottom, remove side of pan, then carefully run a knife or long metal spatula between cake and pan bottom. Carefully remove bottom.) To cut cake, use a long serrated knife in a sawing motion, or use an electric knife.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 105 mg, Sugar 32 g, TransFat 0 g
EASY ANGEL FOOD CAKE
After just one taste, you'll agree this cake is heavenly! I like to make it for special occasions throughout the year.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Sift flour and 1/2 cup sugar together four times; set aside. In a bowl, combine egg whites, cream of tartar, extracts and salt; beat on high until soft peaks form but mixture is still moist and glossy. Add remaining sugar, 1/4 cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Sift flour mixture, a fourth at a time, over the egg white mixture; fold in gently, using about 15 strokes for each addition. Spoon batter into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan (pan will be very full). Bake at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until top crust is golden brown and cracks feel dry. Immediately invert cake in pan to cool completely. Loosen sides of cake from pan and remove.
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Angel Food Cake III Recipes: A Heavenly Delight
Angel food cake is a classic dessert loved by many. It is light, fluffy, and perfect for any occasion. The delicate texture and subtle sweetness make it a popular choice for those who prefer a lighter, less rich dessert. Angel food cake is also a great base for unique and creative desserts, as it pairs well with a variety of toppings and flavors.
The Origin of Angel Food Cake
The history of angel food cake is rooted in the United States, with its first appearance in the late 1800s. It is believed that the cake's light and airy texture was inspired by the French dessert, pate a choux, which is made from a similar egg-white-based batter. Angel food cake gained popularity quickly, as it was a perfect dessert for those who are looking for a lighter dessert option.
The Ingredients
The unique texture and flavor of angel food cake come from the ingredients used in the recipe. The batter is made from egg whites, sugar, cake flour, cream of tartar, salt, and vanilla extract. The egg whites are whipped to stiff peaks, then the sugar is slowly added while whipping to create a meringue. Once the meringue is formed, the dry ingredients are added carefully to prevent deflating the meringue.
The Baking Process
The baking process of angel food cake is as important as its ingredients. The cake is baked in a tube pan that is un-greased to allow the cake to climb the sides of the pan. The cake is not turned upside down after baking as it would cause the delicate cake to collapse. Instead, it is cooled in the pan for an hour, then removed by running a knife along the edges of the pan and the center tube.
Angel Food Cake III Recipes
Angel food cake can be enjoyed on its own, or as a base for other desserts. Here are some creative ways to use this heavenly dessert:
- Strawberry Shortcake: Slice the angel food cake into rounds and top with fresh strawberries and whipped cream.
- Layered Trifle: Cut the angel food cake into cubes and layer with fresh fruit and whipped cream in a glass trifle dish.
- Ice Cream Sundae: Cut the angel food cake into cubes and mix with ice cream, chocolate sauce, and nuts for a delicious sundae.
- Creamy Parfait: Crumble the angel food cake into a parfait glass and layer with vanilla pudding and fresh berries. Top with whipped cream.
- Berry Topped Cake: Top the angel food cake with fresh berries and a dollop of whipped cream for a quick and easy dessert.
Conclusion
Angel food cake is a delightful and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed on its own or as a base for other delicious desserts. Its light texture and subtle sweetness make it a popular choice for those who want a less rich dessert. The unique baking process and the ingredients used in the recipe make this cake a heavenly treat that will please any dessert lover.