TUTTI-FRUTTI ANGEL FOOD CAKE

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Each heavenly slice of this made-from-scratch cake is feathery-light, confides Jill Kinder of Richlands, Virginia. Its pretty pink color makes it perfect for Valentine"s Day.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

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Ingredients

1-1/2 cups egg whites (about 10)
1-1/4 teaspoons cream of tartar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1 to 2 drops red food coloring, optional
1-1/2 cups sugar
1-1/4 cups cake flour
1 cup finely chopped mixed candied fruit

Steps:

Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes; set aside. , Add cream of tartar, extracts, salt and food coloring if desired to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add 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. Fold in candied fruit., 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 375° 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 226 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 169mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.