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valentines angel food cake

Valentine’s Angel Food Cake: 7 Magical Steps to Love

A light and fluffy angel food cake perfect for Valentine’s Day.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Sift together cake flour and 3/4 cup sugar.
  3. In a large bowl, beat egg whites and salt until soft peaks form.
  4. Add cream of tartar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gradually add remaining sugar while mixing.
  6. Gently fold in the flour mixture and vanilla extract.
  7. Pour batter into an ungreased tube pan.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. Invert the pan to cool completely before removing the cake.

Notes

  • Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for better volume.
  • Do not grease the pan to allow the cake to rise properly.
  • Serve with fresh berries or whipped cream.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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