Best Angel Food Cake Roll Recipes

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ANGEL FOOD CAKE AND STRAWBERRY CREAM ROLL



Angel Food Cake and Strawberry Cream Roll image

A wonderful, light summer evening dessert! This never lasts long at home or at a potluck, and it leaves people begging for more.

Provided by Dee

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Strawberry Dessert Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 (16 ounce) package angel food cake mix (such as Betty Crocker®)
1 ¼ cups cold water
1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 pint heavy whipping cream
1 ½ tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 dash red food coloring, or as needed
2 whole strawberries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 17x11 3/8x3/4-inch jelly roll pan; line the bottom with waxed paper. Sift 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar onto a clean kitchen towel at least the same size as jelly roll pan.
  • Beat cake mix and cold water with an electric mixer on Low in a large glass or metal bowl for 30 seconds; increase to Medium speed and beat for 1 minute. Pour 3/4 the batter into the prepared jelly roll pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cake is firm to the touch, 15 to 17 minutes. Loosen cake from pan and turn onto the floured towel; peel off waxed paper. Carefully trim any browned edges. Roll cake in the towel, starting from the narrow end; cool on a wire rack with seam side down for 20 minutes.
  • Toss sliced strawberries with 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar in a bowl until coated.
  • Beat cream in a glass or metal bowl until foamy. Gradually add 1 1/2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar, continuing to beat until soft peaks form. Lift your beater or whisk straight up: whipped cream will form soft mounds. Measure 1 1/2 cups whipped cream and set aside. Fold sliced strawberries into the remaining whipped cream.
  • Unroll the cooled cake and spread strawberry-whipped cream mixture onto cake, leaving 1/2-inch border of cake exposed. Roll cake (without towel) around whipped cream layer. Transfer rolled cake, seam side down, to a serving platter.
  • Stir food coloring into the reserved 1 1/2 cups whipped cream until pink. Frost the outside of rolled cake with pink whipped cream. Garnish with whole strawberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45.2 g, Cholesterol 65.2 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 408.5 mg, Sugar 33.3 g

ANGEL FOOD CAKE ROLL



Angel Food Cake Roll image

There's always room for dessert-especially when it's this eye-catching angel food cake roll. We like strawberry yogurt in the filling, but different flavors work well, too. -Joan Colbert, Sigourney, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (16 ounces) angel food cake mix
Confectioners' sugar
1 cup (8 ounces) strawberry yogurt
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
3 drops red food coloring, optional
2 cups whipped topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line an ungreased 15x10x1-in. pan with parchment., Prepare cake batter according to package directions. Transfer to prepared pan. Bake until top springs back when lightly touched, 15-20 minutes. Cool 5 minutes. Invert onto a tea towel dusted with confectioners' sugar. Gently peel off paper. Roll up cake in the towel jelly-roll style, starting with a short side. Cool completely on a wire rack., Whisk together yogurt, pudding mix and, if desired, food coloring. Fold in whipped topping. , Unroll cake; spread yogurt mixture over cake to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up again, without towel. Cover tightly and freeze. Remove from freezer 30 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Fat 3g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 427mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CHERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE ROLL



Cherry Angel Food Cake Roll image

This is a light, delicious and beautiful dessert. As you can tell I love Angel food cakes because they have less calories, excluding all the goodies I add to them and they are fresh and light. This will make you say, pretty please with a cherry on top! The picture is from beliefnet, the site i just love!

Provided by Tammy T

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 6

18 ounces angel food cake mix
1 c maraschino cherry, drained, chopped + a few whole cherries for garnish
1/2 c sweetened flaked coconut
1 tsp maraschino cherry juice
2 tubs - 8 oz each whipped topping, thawed (1/2 of one tub is for garnish)
mint jelly (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line two 15 1/2"x10 1/2" x 1" jelly roll pans with parshment paper or foil. Make paper or foil ends longer for easier pull out. Prepare cake following package directions. Divide into pans. Spread evenly. Cut through batter with knife or spatula to remove large air bubbles.
  • 2. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes or until set. Invert cakes at once onto towels dusted with powdered sugar. Remove parshment paper or foil carefully. Be careful, cake is hot. If using a towel, Start at one end and roll up each cake with towel, jelly roll fashion. **Or if using parshment paper pull out of pan on to a flat surface and roll up in the parshment paper and cool. Cool completely.
  • 3. Fold chopped cherries, coconut and cherry juice into one of the 8 oz whipped topping. Unroll cakes. Spread half of filling over each cake to edges. Reroll and place seam side down on serving plate.
  • 4. Spread the half of the other tub of whipped topping over each cake or as much as you like and garnish with whole cherries. (sprinkle with mint jelly - optional) Or sprinkle cakes with powder sugar and set whole cherries along sides. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

TRIPLE BERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE ROLL (A RED, WHITE AND BLUE DESSERT



TRIPLE BERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE ROLL (A RED, WHITE AND BLUE DESSERT image

This Triple Berry Angel Food Cake Roll is an easy red, white and blue dessert (or just red and white!) for the 4th of July or Canada Day, or any day! Perfect with fresh summer strawberries, raspberries and blueberries (click on link to view video of step by step) https://www.thereciperebel.com/triple-berry-angel-food-cake-roll-a-red-white-and-blue-dessert-video/

Provided by Gagoo

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 angel food cake mix, plus ingredients to prepare
1 cup powdered sugar, divided (1/4 and 3/4)
8 ounces light cream cheese, room temperature
1 1/2 cups heavy cream, 35%
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, diced
1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
1 1/2 cups fresh raspberries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and line the bottom of a 10x15x1" rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper (make sure that it lays flat on the bottom). Do not grease the pan.
  • Prepare cake mix according to package directions. Pour into prepared pan and bake for about 20 minutes, until the top is golden and the edges start to crack. *NOTE: It will rise up in the pan significantly, even over the top. But even though it gets high it should not flow over -- if you're concerned, slip an extra baking sheet or a piece of foil underneath just in case.
  • Loosen cake from the edges of the pan while it's still warm -- it's going to be a little sticky, like angel food cake is, but it will come away easily.
  • Spread out a clean kitchen towel and sprinkle evenly with ¼ cup powdered sugar. Flip warm cake out onto the towel, peel off the parchment paper and immediately roll up starting at the short end, WITH the towel inside. Let cool completely (at room temperature for 1-2 hours or pop it in the fridge or freeze momentarily if you're impatient like me! You don't want it hot inside when you add your filling.).
  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Add ¾ cup powdered sugar, vanilla and cream and beat on low until combined, then on high for 3-4 minutes until fluffy and stiff peaks form.
  • Unroll cooled cake (you can just leave it laying on the towel) and spread with half of the filling and top with half of the berries. Carefully roll back up (this time without the towel!) and place on a serving plate. Spread top and sides with remaining filling and top with remaining berries. Serve immediately (leftovers are best eaten within 24 hours).

TRIPLE BERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE ROLL RECIPE - (3.9/5)



Triple Berry Angel Food Cake Roll Recipe - (3.9/5) image

Provided by smclane

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 Angel Food Cake mix, plus ingredients to prepare
1/4 cup + 3/4 cup powdered sugar, divided
8 oz light cream cheese, room temperature
1 1/2 cups heavy cream (35%)
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, diced
1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
1 1/2 cups fresh raspberries

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and line the bottom of a 10x15x1" rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper (make sure that it lays flat on the bottom). Do not grease the pan. 2. Prepare cake mix according to package directions. Pour into prepared pan and bake for about 20 minutes, until the top is golden and the edges start to crack. *NOTE: It will rise up in the pan significantly, even over the top. But even though it gets high it should not flow over -- if you're concerned, slip an extra baking sheet or a piece of foil underneath just in case. 3. Loosen cake from the edges of the pan while it's still warm -- it's going to be a little sticky, like angel food cake is, but it will come away easily. 4. Spread out a clean kitchen towel and sprinkle evenly with ¼ cup powdered sugar. Flip warm cake out onto the towel, peel off the parchment paper and immediately roll up starting at the short end, WITH the towel inside. Let cool completely (at room temperature for 1-2 hours or pop it in the fridge or freeze momentarily if you're impatient like me! You don't want it hot inside when you add your filling.) 5. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Add ¾ cup powdered sugar, vanilla and cream and beat on low until combined, then on high for 3-4 minutes until fluffy and stiff peaks form. 6. Unroll cooled cake (you can just leave it laying on the towel) and spread with half of the filling and top with half of the berries. Carefully roll back up (this time without the towel!) and place on a serving plate. Spread top and sides with remaining filling and top with remaining berries. Serve immediately (leftovers are best eaten within 24 hours).

TRIPLE BERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE ROLL (A RED, WHITE AND BLUE DESSERT)



Triple Berry Angel Food Cake Roll (a Red, White and Blue dessert) image

Categories     Fruit     Cake     Backyard BBQ     Fourth of July     Picnic     Summer     Dessert     Bake     Chill

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box Angel Food Cake mix, plus ingredients to prepare
1 cup Powdered sugar, divided
8 ounce Light cream cheese, room temperature
1 1/2 cup Heavy cream
1 teaspoon Vanilla
1 1/2 cup Fresh strawberries, diced
1 1/2 cup Fresh blueberries
1 1/2 cup Fresh raspberries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and line the bottom of a 10x15x1" rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper (make sure that it lays flat on the bottom). Do not grease the pan.
  • Prepare cake mix according to package directions. Pour into prepared pan and bake for about 20 minutes, until the top is golden and the edges start to crack. *NOTE: It will rise up in the pan significantly, even over the top. But even though it gets high it should not flow over -- if you're concerned, slip an extra baking sheet or a piece of foil underneath just in case.
  • Loosen cake from the edges of the pan while it's still warm -- it's going to be a little sticky, like angel food cake is, but it will come away easily.
  • Spread out a clean kitchen towel and sprinkle evenly with ¼ cup powdered sugar. Flip warm cake out onto the towel, peel off the parchment paper and immediately roll up starting at the short end, WITH the towel inside. Let cool completely (at room temperature for 1-2 hours or pop it in the fridge or freeze momentarily if you're impatient like me! You don't want it hot inside when you add your filling.)
  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Add ¾ cup powdered sugar, vanilla and cream and beat on low until combined, then on high for 3-4 minutes until fluffy and stiff peaks form.
  • Unroll cooled cake (you can just leave it laying on the towel) and spread with half of the filling and top with half of the berries. Carefully roll back up (this time without the towel!) and place on a serving plate. Spread top and sides with remaining filling and top with remaining berries. Serve immediately (leftovers are best eaten within 24 hours).

CHERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE ROLL



Cherry Angel Food Cake Roll image

Make and share this Cherry Angel Food Cake Roll recipe from Food.com.

Provided by grandma2969

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 16-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

18 ounces angel food cake mix
1 cup maraschino cherry, drained, chopped
1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut
1 teaspoon maraschino cherry juice
8 ounces frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350*. Line two 15 1/2"x10 1/2" x 1" jelly roll pans with aluminum foil.
  • Prepare cake following package directions.
  • Divide into pans. Spread evenly.
  • Cut through batter with knife or spatula to remove large air bubbles.
  • Bake at 350*.for 15 minutes or until set.
  • Invert cakes at once onto towels dusted with powdered sugar -- Remove foil carefully.
  • Starting at short end, roll up each cake with towel jelly roll fashion.
  • Cool completely.
  • Fold chopped cherries, coconut and cherry juice into whipped topping.
  • Unroll cakes.
  • Spread half of filling over each cake to edges.
  • Reroll and place seam side down on serving plate.
  • Dust with powdered sugar.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.9, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 4, Sodium 246.2, Carbohydrate 31.8, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 18.6, Protein 3.1

LOW-FAT STRAWBERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE ROLL



Low-Fat Strawberry Angel Food Cake Roll image

A slice of heaven!! No one will know it's low in fat and calories!! Looks pretty sliced, too! Plan ahead, needs to freeze!

Provided by Wildflour

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package angel food cake mix
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 (8 ounce) carton reduced-fat strawberry yogurt
1 (1 ounce) package sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
3 drops red food coloring
2 cups reduced-fat whipped topping
fresh strawberries, leave whole or slice (to garnish)
additional reduced-fat whipped topping

Steps:

  • Line a 15x10x1" baking pan with waxed paper.
  • Prepare cake according to pkg. directions.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake at 350º for 15-20 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched.
  • Cool for 5 minutes.
  • Turn cake onto a lint-free kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar.
  • Gently peel off waxed paper.
  • Roll up jelly-roll style in the towel, starting with a short end.
  • Cool on a wire rack.
  • In a bowl, whisk yogurt, pudding mix and food coloring, fold in whipped topping.
  • Unroll cake, spread filling evenly over cake to within 1/2" of edges.
  • Roll up.
  • Wrap and freeze.
  • *Remove 30 minutes before slicing.
  • Plate with additional whipped topping and sliced fresh strawberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.6, Fat 2.7, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 0.4, Sodium 290.7, Carbohydrate 54.8, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 31.5, Protein 5.6

CRANBERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE ROLL



Cranberry Angel Food Cake Roll image

An angel food cake roll with cranberry filling. Serve with whipped cream, if desired.

Provided by paigekowolewski

Categories     Cake Roll Recipes

Time 3h50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

nonstick cooking spray
¾ cup cake flour (not self-rising)
1 cup superfine sugar, divided
¼ teaspoon salt
9 large egg whites
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
¾ teaspoon cream of tartar
2 tablespoons superfine sugar
¼ cup confectioners' sugar, or as needed
1 cup white sugar
2 ⅓ cups fresh cranberries
6 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Lightly coat a 10x15-inch baking pan with nonstick spray. Line the bottom of the pan with waxed paper, then spray the paper.
  • Sift cake flour, 1/2 cup superfine sugar, and salt into a bowl. Sift the mixture two more times.
  • Beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until foamy. Gradually add vanilla and cream of tartar, continuing to beat until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in remaining 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons superfine sugar. Gradually sift flour mixture over egg white mixture, folding it in until just combined. Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until top of cake is lightly browned and springs back when lightly pressed, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove cake and set on a wire rack. Loosen sides with a spatula, then generously sift confectioners' sugar over top. Cover cake with a clean kitchen towel and invert onto a second wire rack. Remove the pan and peel off the waxed paper. Starting at the short end, roll up the cake and towel together. Place, seam-side down, on a rack and let cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Simmer cranberries, sugar, and water in a pan over medium-low heat for 5 minutes. Strain well and return to the pan.
  • Whisk in cornstarch; simmer until thick, about 2 minutes. Cover and chill until cake has fully cooled.
  • Very gently unroll the cooled cake. Carefully spread cranberry filling over top, leaving a 1/2 border with no filling. Gently re-roll the cake and place, seam-side down, on a serving platter. Refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.4 calories, Carbohydrate 58.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 4.2 g, Sodium 108.9 mg, Sugar 46.7 g

CREAMY CHOCOLATE-ANGEL FOOD CAKE ROLL



Creamy Chocolate-Angel Food Cake Roll image

With its creamy chocolate filling and chocolatey frosting made with whipped topping, this Creamy Chocolate-Angel Food Cake Roll is an impressive dessert,

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-1/4 cups powdered sugar, divided
1 pkg. (16 oz.) angel food cake mix
1 pkg. (4 oz.) BAKER'S Bittersweet Chocolate, divided
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, softened
1 tub (8 oz.) COOL WHIP LITE Whipped Topping (Do not thaw.), divided

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350ºF.
  • Spray 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking spray. Line pan with wax paper; spray with cooking spray. Sprinkle clean kitchen towel with 1/4 cup powdered sugar. Prepare cake batter as directed on package; pour into prepared pan.
  • Bake 15 min. or until top of cake springs back when touched with finger. Immediately invert cake onto towel; remove pan. Carefully pull off and discard wax paper. Starting at one short side, roll up cake and towel together. Cool completely on wire rack.
  • Unroll cake; remove towel. Melt 2 oz. chocolate as directed on package. Mix Neufchatel and remaining sugar in large bowl with whisk until blended. Gradually stir in melted chocolate. Stir in 1 cup COOL WHIP; spread onto cake. Reroll cake; place, seam side down, on plate.
  • Spoon remaining COOL WHIP into microwaveable bowl. Add remaining chocolate. Microwave on HIGH 2 min.; stir until blended. Cool 15 min.
  • Frost cake with COOL WHIP mixture.
  • Refrigerate 30 min.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 410 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

Angel Food Cake Roll Recipes: A Delightful Dessert Choice

Angel food cake roll recipes are the perfect dessert choice for those who are looking for a light, fluffy and not too sweet dessert. Angel food cake rolls are made up of a soft, spongy cake that has been rolled up with a sweet filling, and they are often served cold.

What is Angel Food Cake?

Angel food cake is a cake that is made using egg whites, sugar, flour and cream of tartar. It is a low-fat and low-calorie dessert as it contains very little fat and no egg yolks. The cake is light, fluffy and has a delicate texture that is achieved by beating the egg whites until they are stiff before folding in the other ingredients.

What is a Cake Roll?

A cake roll is a cake that has been rolled up with a filling made of cream, fruit, chocolate or any other ingredient of your choice. Cake rolls can be made using any type of cake such as sponge cake, chiffon cake or angel food cake. The cake is baked in a thin layer and then rolled up with the filling while still warm, which allows the cake to take on the shape of the filling.

How to Make Angel Food Cake Roll?

To make an angel food cake roll, you will need:

  • 6 egg whites
  • 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup of cake flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon of cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • Filling of your choice

Here are the steps to make an angel food cake roll:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and line a 10×15 inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg whites on high speed until stiff peaks form.
  3. Add in the sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat the mixture on high speed. Beat for about 5 minutes or until the sugar has been completely dissolved and the mixture is glossy.
  4. Add the flour, salt, cream of tartar and vanilla extract to the egg white mixture and gently fold in with a spatula.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared jelly roll pan and smooth out the surface with the spatula.
  6. Bake the cake for about 12-15 minutes or until the cake springs back when touched with your finger.
  7. Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes.
  8. When the cake is still warm, carefully roll it up with the parchment paper and leave it to cool in this shape.
  9. Once the cake is cooled, carefully unroll it and spread the filling of your choice over the surface of the cake using a spatula.
  10. Roll up the cake again with the filling, this time without the parchment paper. Wrap the cake roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  11. To serve, cut the angel food cake roll into slices and enjoy!
Some Popular Filling Choices for Angel Food Cake Roll

Angel food cake rolls can be filled with almost anything, and here are some popular filling choices:

  • Whipped cream and fruit (such as strawberries or raspberries)
  • Chocolate ganache and whipped cream
  • Cream cheese filling (made with cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract)
  • Lemon curd and whipped cream
  • Peanut butter filling (made with peanut butter, powdered sugar, and heavy cream)

Angel food cake roll recipes are a great choice for those who want a lighter dessert but still want to indulge in something sweet. The possibilities for fillings are endless, which means you can customize the dessert to suit your taste preferences. Whether you choose to fill it with fruit, chocolate or something else, you are sure to enjoy the delicate texture and lightness of this delightful dessert.

Angel food cake is a classic and versatile dessert that can be made in numerous ways. However, one of the most delicious and visually impressive varieties is the angel food cake roll. It is a light and fluffy sponge cake rolled up with a creamy filling, and it is perfect for any special occasion, from birthdays to holiday dinners. If you want to impress your guests with a show-stopping dessert, here are some valuable tips to keep in mind when making angel food cake roll recipes.

Choosing the Right Ingredients

The first and most crucial tip for making an excellent angel food cake roll is to use the right ingredients. Angel food cake is notoriously finicky and requires specific ingredients to achieve the right texture and flavor. Here are some things to keep in mind:
Flour
Unlike most other cake recipes that use wheat flour, angel food cake requires cake flour. This is because cake flour is lighter and contains less gluten, which results in a delicate and airy texture. It is not advisable to substitute cake flour with all-purpose flour. If you don’t have cake flour, you can make your own by adding two tablespoons of cornstarch to one cup of all-purpose flour and sifting them together.
Sugar
Angel food cake needs a lot of sugar, both granulated sugar and powdered sugar. The granulated sugar helps create the meringue, which is the base of the cake, while the powdered sugar adds sweetness and contributes to the delicate texture. It is not recommended to reduce the amount of sugar or use sugar substitutes because it can affect the texture and flavor of the cake.
Eggs
Eggs are crucial to angel food cake because they provide structure and lift. This cake requires a lot of eggs, typically around 12 egg whites. It is essential to use fresh eggs at room temperature and separate them carefully without any trace of egg yolks. Even a tiny bit of yolk can prevent the egg whites from whipping properly.
Cream of Tartar
Cream of tartar is a white powder that is often used in baking to stabilize egg whites and prevent them from collapsing. It is a crucial ingredient in angel food cake, and without it, the cake may not rise as it should.

Tips for Beating the Egg Whites

The most crucial step in making angel food cake is to whip the egg whites into stiff peaks. This is what creates the light and airy texture for the cake. Here are some tips for beating egg whites:
Room Temperature
As mentioned earlier, it is essential to use room temperature eggs for making angel food cake. This is because egg whites whip better when they are at room temperature. You can leave the eggs out on the counter for about 30 minutes before using them.
Clean Bowl and Utensils
When beating egg whites, make sure your mixing bowl and utensils are clean and free from any traces of grease. Any fat or oil can prevent the egg whites from whipping correctly. You can wipe the mixing bowl and utensils with vinegar or lemon juice to remove any grease.
Gradually Add Sugar
As you beat the egg whites, gradually add the sugar one tablespoon at a time. This will help the sugar dissolve completely and result in a stable meringue. Make sure you beat the egg whites until they form stiff peaks, and the sugar has dissolved.
Use Cream of Tartar
As mentioned earlier, cream of tartar is a vital ingredient in angel food cake. Adding a small amount to the egg whites before beating them can help stabilize them and prevent them from collapsing.

Rolling the Cake

Once you have made the angel food cake, it is time to fill and roll it. This can be a tricky step, but with a few tips, you can ensure a perfect roll:
Let the Cake Cool
It is crucial to let the cake cool completely before filling and rolling it. This is because a warm cake can be too soft and may break when rolled. You can cool the cake on a wire rack for at least an hour.
Use a Clean Tea Towel
Place a clean tea towel on a flat surface and sprinkle it with powdered sugar. This will prevent the cake from sticking to the towel and also add a sweet touch to the cake. Make sure the tea towel is large enough to wrap around the cake.
Spread the Filling Evenly
When spreading the filling on the cake, make sure to spread it evenly, leaving a one-inch border around the edges. This will prevent the filling from oozing out when you roll the cake. You can use a spatula or a piping bag to apply the filling.
Roll Gently
When rolling the cake, do it gently and slowly, using the tea towel to guide it. Roll the cake as tightly as possible without crushing it. Once you have rolled the cake, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing to help it hold its shape.

Conclusion

Angel food cake roll is a delicious and impressive dessert that can leave your guests wowed. However, it can be challenging to make, and there are many factors to consider. By keeping these valuable tips in mind, you can ensure that your angel food cake roll turns out perfect every time. From choosing the right ingredients to beating the egg whites correctly and rolling it gently, these tips will take you a step closer to making an unforgettable dessert.

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