Light and Airy Angel Food Cake
Indulge in the heavenly delight of angel food cake, a dessert that’s as light as a cloud! This fluffy, airy treat is perfect for any occasion, whether enjoyed plain or adorned with fresh berries and whipped cream. With its golden edges and melt-in-your-mouth texture, this cake guarantees to impress your guests and evoke cherished memories of family gatherings. Easy to make and utterly delicious, this angel food cake recipe is a must-try for baking enthusiasts and novices alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 12 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (plus 2 tbsp)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Ensure the angel food cake pan is ungreased.
- In a mixing bowl, combine egg whites and salt. Beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar; continue beating until stiff peaks form.
- Sift together flour and additional sugar in another bowl. Gently fold into egg whites using a spatula.
- Carefully stir in vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Immediately invert the pan onto a wire rack to cool completely before removing from the pan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 80g)
- Calories: 97
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg