Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 1/2 cups (360g) granulated sugar
- 1 1/4 cups (150g) cake flour, sifted
- 12 large egg whites (1 1/2 cups), at room temperature
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp almond extract
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
45-50 minutes
Difficulty Level:
3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar and flour.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites and salt together until foamy. Gradually add the sugar-flour mixture, beating until stiff peaks form.
- Stir in the vanilla and almond extracts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Invert the cake onto a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 250 per slice
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fat: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Light and airy texture
- Delicate vanilla and almond flavor
- Perfect for special occasions
- Can be served with fresh fruit or whipped cream
User Comments:
- "This angel food cake is the best I've ever had! It's so light and fluffy, and the flavor is amazing."
- "I love the subtle almond flavor in this cake. It's such a nice complement to the sweetness."
- "This cake is so easy to make, and it always turns out perfect. It's a go-to recipe for any special occasion."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overbeat the egg whites, or the cake will be tough.
- Make sure that the oven is preheated before baking the cake, or it will not rise properly.
- Invert the cake onto a wire rack immediately after baking to prevent it from sinking.
- Let the cake cool completely before serving, or it will be difficult to slice.
