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The BEST Angel Food Cake

This light and fluffy cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthday parties to dinner gatherings. With its delicate texture and subtle sweetness, it serves as a wonderful base for a variety of toppings.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy, Fluffy
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup Cake Flour Can be made by combining 1 cup of all-purpose flour minus 2 tablespoons, and adding 2 tablespoons of cornstarch.
  • 1.25 cups Granulated Sugar Divided into 1 cup and 1/4 cup.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 12 large Egg Whites About 1 ½ cups.
  • 1 teaspoon Cream of Tartar
  • 1 teaspoon Cold Water
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract

Instructions

  • Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an ungreased angel food cake pan.
  • Step 2: Sift together the cake flour, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and salt in a medium bowl.
  • Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until frothy. Add cream of tartar, cold water, vanilla, and almond extract. Beat until stiff peaks form.
  • Step 4: Gradually add the remaining ¼ cup of sugar to the egg whites while beating. Gently fold in the sifted flour mixture in thirds.
  • Step 5: Pour the batter into the ungreased pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until golden brown.
  • Step 6: Invert the pan onto a wire rack to cool completely before removing the cake.
  • Step 7: Carefully run a knife around the edges and remove the cake. Slice with a serrated knife and serve.

Equipment

  • Angel Food Cake Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer

Notes

Ensure mixing bowl and beaters are clean and free of grease for best results. Room temperature egg whites whip better.