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

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

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.