Description
Indulge in the light and airy delight of classic Angel Food Cake, perfect for any gathering or a sweet treat to enjoy with loved ones. This fluffy dessert, made primarily from whipped egg whites and sugar, offers a delightful balance of flavors when topped with homemade coconut whipped cream and fresh berries. Its stunning presentation makes it an impressive centerpiece for birthday parties, summer barbecues, or cozy family dinners. With simple ingredients and customizable toppings, this cake is not only a feast for the eyes but also a guilt-free dessert option that everyone will adore.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups sifted powdered sugar
- 1 cup sifted cake flour or all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups egg whites (10 to 12 large) at room temperature
- 1 ½ teaspoons cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 can chilled coconut cream (13.5 oz) and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for whipped cream
- Fresh mixed berries for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Sift together powdered sugar and flour three times; set aside.
- In a stand mixer, beat egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form; gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold in the flour mixture in batches using a rubber spatula.
- Pour batter into an ungreased tube pan; smooth the top.
- Bake on the lowest rack for 40-45 minutes until lightly browned and springs back when touched.
- Invert pan to cool completely before removing the cake.
- Serve layered with coconut whipped cream and fresh berries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Ensure your egg whites are at room temperature for maximum volume. Sifting is crucial to create a light texture, so don’t skip it! Customize by adding your favorite extracts or zests for flavor variations.