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Classic Angel Food Cake

A close-up of a fluffy Angel Food Cake slice on a white plate, with a golden-brown crust.
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A light and airy angel food cake recipe, perfect for serving with fresh fruit and cream. This recipe focuses on achieving a delicate, fat-free sponge texture.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups sifted cake flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, divided
  • 1 ½ cups egg whites (from about 10–12 large eggs), at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Do not grease your angel food cake pan.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the sifted cake flour and ½ cup of the granulated sugar. Set aside.
  3. In a large, clean bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer on medium speed until foamy. Add the cream of tartar and continue beating until soft peaks form.
  4. Gradually add the remaining 1 cup of granulated sugar, about 2 tablespoons at a time, while beating on high speed. Continue beating until stiff, glossy peaks form. Beat in the vanilla and almond extracts.
  5. Gently fold the flour-sugar mixture into the egg white mixture in three additions, using a spatula. Be careful not to deflate the egg whites.
  6. Pour the batter into an ungreased 10-inch tube pan. Run a knife through the batter to remove any large air pockets.
  7. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and springs back when lightly touched.
  8. Immediately invert the pan onto its feet or over a bottle to cool completely. This prevents the cake from collapsing.
  9. Once completely cool, run a thin knife around the edges of the pan to loosen the cake before inverting it onto a serving plate.

Notes

  • Using room temperature egg whites helps them whip to a greater volume.
  • Ensure your bowl and beaters are completely clean and free of any grease, as this can prevent the egg whites from whipping properly.
  • Do not overmix when folding in the dry ingredients; gentle folding is key to maintaining the airy texture.
  • Serving this cake with fresh berries and whipped cream is a classic combination.

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