Cake

Angel Food Cake

Light, fluffy from-scratch Angel Food Cake is easy to make, if you follow the step by step directions in this recipe.  I don’t like cake (I know, I know….), but this Angel Food Cake is pretty much the best cake I have ever had.  Totally worth having to buy the special pan to make this in!

Angel Food Cake is hands down a million times better than anything you can buy pre-made at the store.  I am seriously passionate about this cake.  The flavor of a from scratch Angel Food Cake has a totally different taste than a store bought one.  Like there is no comparison.  BUT….Angel Food Cake is a very particular cake.  What do I mean by that?  Well…. you have to follow this recipe exactly, in order to ensure success.

Angel Food Cake Success:

  • You MUST use a tube pan (I have a two piece pan with a removable center)
  • Do NOT grease the tube pan
  • Egg whites only and fresh cream of tartar
  • You have to use cake flour
  • Follow the recipe and the steps exactly

I am not trying to be pushy…I just want you to have Angel Food Cake success too.  I know it seems counterintuitive to not grease your pan, but the cake sticking to the sides of the pan as it bakes, is what helps the cake to rise to that glorious height.  Which is why you have to use the tube pan.  I separated the egg whites out by cracking the egg and dropping the contents into my hand and letting the whites slide through my fingers, into the bowl, leaving just the yolk.  Do not get any yolk in your egg whites, or you will have issues achieving stiff peaks.  Cake flour is the flour you have to use in this recipe.  I haven’t tried any substitutions and know nothing about trying to make this gluten free.  So I recommend sticking to cake flour for success.  And now just follow the directions in the recipe 🙂

What do stiff peaks looks like?  When you can turn the beater upside down and the egg whites hold their peak.

Angel Food Cake

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Serves: 15 Cooking Time: 28-30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cake flour (no substitutions)
  • 3/4 cup white granulated sugar
  • 12 egg whites, room temperature
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • pinch of ground nutmeg
  • 1-3/4 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (must include)
  • 3/4 cup white granulated sugar

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 375-degrees. DO NOT GREASE THE 2-PIECE ANGEL FOOD/TUBE PAN! Set aside.

2

In a medium bowl, sift together the cake flour and 3/4 cup sugar. Set aside.

3

In the bowl of a stand mixer, affixed with the whisk attachment, add the egg whites, cream of tartar, salt, nutmeg, vanilla extract and almond extract. Beat mixture until soft peaks form. Add the other 3/4 cup of white sugar to the mixer and beat on high until stiff peaks form.

4

Change the mixer speed to low and slowly add the flour mixture into the batter, stopping as soon as the flour is incorporated in the batter. Use a rubber spatula to fold in the sides and bottom on the batter, until all the ingredients are incorporated. Do not over mix, or you will lose the volume.

5

Pour/spoon batter into ungreased tube pan, in an even layer. Bake cake in 375-degree oven for 28-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and the top springs back with a soft touch.

6

Let cake cool on a wire rack. Once cake has cooled, slide a knife around the sides to loosen it, and then invert cake onto a cake plate. The bottom of the cake will now be the top.

7

Serve angel food cake as is, or with Cool Whip, fresh strawberries and granola for some crunch!

Notes

Store cooled cake in an airtight container at room temperature.

Enjoy this Angel Food Cake plain, or gather strawberries, Cool Whip and maybe even some crunchy granola for texture, and let everyone make their slice of cake how they like!  I love the classic granola from My Favorite Indulgence!

I made this cake for my Daddy’s birthday and he loved it!  He asked for the leftovers to take home!

Me and my Daddy 🙂

I hope you make this cake!!  It is worth it!  I think they should re-name this cake to “Diva Cake” because this cake is a diva…so picky and demanding hehehe.  Have you ever made Angel Food Cake from scratch??  Leave me a comment below!

XOXO,

Kelly

PS- I have linked this recipe up at the following parties: Meal Plan Monday, Sugar and Spice, Foodie Friday, Pretty Pintastic Party, Reader Tip Tuesday.

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44 Comments

  • Reply
    Sarah Wolf
    April 3, 2018 at 9:51 AM

    this looks amazing i love angel food cake especially with fresh whipped cream and strawberries :):)

    • Reply
      Kelly
      April 4, 2018 at 7:28 AM

      Thanks Sarah!! I totally loved this cake and will be making it on the regular all summer long to enjoy with some ripe strawberries 🙂 I hope you try out this recipe!!

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    Kim Lange| The Baking ChocolaTess
    April 3, 2018 at 3:46 PM

    YUM! Fluffy Angel Food Cake is the best with whipped cream and strawberries!! Looks delish! I’m sure your dad was super happy with this cake! <3

    • Reply
      Kelly
      April 4, 2018 at 7:29 AM

      Thanks Kim! Yes…the whole family loved this cake! My dad was definitely happy with his birthday cake 🙂 XOXO

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    Amanda
    April 3, 2018 at 8:51 PM

    Now I know where you get your nice smile from 🙂 And your Angel Food Cake looks so much better than the Saran-wrapped one’s in the aluminum tin at the grocery store.

    • Reply
      Kelly
      April 4, 2018 at 7:30 AM

      Hi Amanda! Thank you! I definitely look like my dad 🙂 This cake is AMAZING!! The store bought ones always have a weird aftertaste. Have a great day! XOXO

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    heather (delicious not gorgeous)
    April 3, 2018 at 8:55 PM

    you don’t like cake?! well, i love it, so i’m sure i’d love this even more (: especially when served with whipped cream and strawberries!

    • Reply
      Kelly
      April 4, 2018 at 7:31 AM

      I guess I shouldn’t say I “don’t like” cake….I would eat cake. But it would have to be damn good cake. And this Angel Food cake fits that category!! I loved this cake….and the strawberries!!

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    GiGi Eats Celebrities
    April 4, 2018 at 6:21 AM

    THIS will sound crazy BUT… I have never had angel food cake before. That being said, I know it’s Landon’s mom’s favorite… SO it would be cute to actually make it for her one day, however, she is also trying to eat healthier, so MAYBE NOT? LOL! Maybe I could try and make a paleo version. YOU NEED TO COME BE ON MY SHOW so we can make that happen together, LOL!

    • Reply
      Kelly
      April 4, 2018 at 7:35 AM

      Out of all the cakes out there, this is probably the healthiest. Just egg whites and no butter or oil! Just that pesky sugar and cake flour 😉 I WOULD TOTALLY COME BE ONE YOUR SHOW! It’s not too long of a drive from here to So Cal! We could definitely attempt something paleo/angel food cake like 🙂 LETS DO IT!!

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    Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen
    April 4, 2018 at 8:41 AM

    LOVE THIS! Angel food cake was my grandma’s specialty and I’m working on a post using her recipe right now :). I love what a simple cake it is once you know all the secrets to baking one!

    • Reply
      Kelly
      April 6, 2018 at 1:15 PM

      That is so awesome! I can’t wait to see your Angel Food Cake post!! I will have to try yours out for sure 🙂 XOXO

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    loveatfirstbento
    April 4, 2018 at 8:54 AM

    Oh man, I have been craving some good angel food cake for a while, and now you’ve multiplied that craving x1000! I’ve never tried making it from scratch before, so I’m really loving all your tips for success 🙂

    • Reply
      Kelly
      April 6, 2018 at 1:16 PM

      Thank you darling! From scratch is definitely the way to go with this cake! You totally need to try it out 🙂 XOXO

  • Reply
    Amy
    April 4, 2018 at 9:11 AM

    Oh wow, this cake looks so light and fluffy! Perfect for Spring. I must say I am really looking forward to making it! Thank you. And I love your cute picture!😍

    • Reply
      Kelly
      April 6, 2018 at 1:17 PM

      Awwww thanks Amy!! I hope you make this! It does not disappoint! XOXO 🙂

  • Reply
    patrick@looneyforfood.com
    April 4, 2018 at 10:31 AM

    I don’t like cake either but I do like Angel food Cake. I agree, you do have to follow instructions for it to come out right! Your pictures and directions are spot on.

    • Reply
      Kelly
      April 6, 2018 at 1:30 PM

      Thank you Patrick! Yes, this is definitely a cake where you have to follow all of the directions for success! Have a great weekend! 🙂

  • Reply
    Katherine | Love In My Oven
    April 4, 2018 at 6:36 PM

    My Dad LOVED angel food too. I love, love that pic of you and your Dad. So sweet!! I can’t wait to make this, Kelly. It looks amazing!

    • Reply
      Kelly
      April 6, 2018 at 1:32 PM

      Awww I love that your dad loved Angel Food Cake too! And thank you!! I hope you make this! XOXO

  • Reply
    laura
    April 6, 2018 at 12:13 PM

    I need to make one–I have the pan but have neglected to use it. Ok I used it for a hot milk spine cake but that’s it! I even have chickens so all the fresh eggs are here too. L A Z Y I ain’t got no alibi I’M LAZY!

    • Reply
      Kelly
      April 6, 2018 at 1:33 PM

      Hehehe yeah no excuse then Laura!! You have the pan AND the fresh eggs! You need to make this! 🙂

  • Reply
    Colleen
    April 7, 2018 at 1:39 PM

    Please tell me why I don’t own a tube pan??? Especially when I have about ten Bundt pans!!!

    • Reply
      Kelly
      April 9, 2018 at 11:40 AM

      Hahahah I had to buy one to make this, so I get why you don’t have one! You totally need to buy one so you can make this though 🙂 XOXO

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    P~
    April 8, 2018 at 11:17 AM

    Angel Food Cake is the perfect, PERFECT foil! I love making them! It’s Mr. Saucy’s request for a birthday cake! <3 P~

    • Reply
      Kelly
      April 9, 2018 at 11:41 AM

      Thanks P~!! I totally agree! XOXO

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    Pies and Prejudice
    May 31, 2018 at 1:44 AM

    I’m not a huge angel food cake fan either but this looks amazing Kelly! The photos are stunning and makes me want to grab my fork and dig right in. I’ve heard it’s very diva-like and can be tricky to make, even more so for me probably because I’d have to try using my GF flour. A real experiment ahead, indeed! My mom loves this cake though so I’d like to try making it for her. Oh and I love that pic of you and your dad, SO sweet! xo

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      June 6, 2018 at 6:51 AM

      Thanks Dana! I am not sure it will work with GF flour, but if you experiment with it, let me know!! XOXO

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    Your cake looks perfect – so light and I want one right now with fresh strawberries!

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      Thank you Amy! It’s perfect for strawberry season 🙂 XOXO

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