Angel Food Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 1/2 cups (150g) cake flour, sifted
• 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
• 12 large egg whites, room temperature
• 1 1/2 teaspoons (7ml) cream of tartar
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) salt
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (beginner-friendly)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch (25cm) tube pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and sugar.
3. In a separate large bowl, beat egg whites on medium speed until foamy. Add cream of tartar and salt and continue beating until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar mixture, beating until stiff peaks form. Beat in vanilla extract.
4. Gradually fold in dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Invert cake onto a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 200 per slice
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 5g
• Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg

Dish Characteristics:

• Light, airy, and fluffy texture
• Mild, slightly sweet flavor
• White, angel-like appearance
• Ideal for special occasions such as birthdays and weddings

User Comments:

• "This was the best angel food cake I've ever had! It was so light and delicious."
• "I made this for my mother's birthday and she loved it. It was so easy to make and turned out perfectly."
• "I'm not usually a fan of angel food cake, but this recipe is definitely a game-changer. I love the delicate flavor and the perfect texture."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature to ensure proper mixing.
• Do not overbeat the egg whites, as this will make the cake tough.
• Allow the cake to cool completely before inverting it onto the wire rack to prevent breakage.