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Angel Food Cake

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A light and airy angel food cake that’s perfect for summer gatherings and celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cake flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 12 large egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, sift together the cake flour and 3/4 cup of sugar; set aside.
  3. Beat the egg whites until foamy.
  4. Add the cream of tartar and salt to the egg whites; continue beating until soft peaks form.
  5. Gradually add the remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff peaks form.
  6. Gently fold in the vanilla and almond extracts into the egg white mixture.
  7. Sift the flour mixture over the egg whites and gently fold until just combined, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
  8. Pour the batter into an ungreased tube pan, spreading it evenly.
  9. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the cake is lightly browned and springs back when touched.
  10. Invert the pan to cool completely before removing the cake, allowing it to breathe and retain its lovely texture.

Notes

Serve with fresh berries and whipped cream for an extra treat.

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