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Easy Angel Food Cake

This Easy Angel Food Cake is delightfully light and fluffy, perfect for any occasion!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cupcake flour
  • 1 cup granulated white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 12 large egg whites (at room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 cup blueberry pie filling (optional)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Angel food cake pan
  • Spatula
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together the cupcake flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the egg whites and cream of tartar. Beat the egg whites until frothy, then increase speed to high and beat until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gently fold in the vanilla and almond extracts into the egg whites.
  5. Gradually add the sifted flour and sugar mixture to the whipped egg whites, folding gently.
  6. Pour the batter into an ungreased angel food cake pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and springs back when lightly touched.
  8. Invert the pan onto a cooling rack to cool completely.
  9. Run a knife around the edges to loosen the cake, then remove and serve.

Notes

  • For gluten-free, substitute cupcake flour with a gluten-free blend.
  • Reduce sugar by using a cup-for-cup sugar substitute.
  • Experiment with different extracts like lemon or orange zest.
  • Try other toppings like strawberries or raspberries for a fruity twist.