Irresistible Key Lime Angel Food Cake: A Refreshing Delight!
Author:antaki
Total Time:1 hour
Yield:12 servings 1x
Description
Indulge in a light and zesty Key Lime Angel Food Cake. Perfect for summer gatherings, this dessert combines fluffy texture and tangy flavor. 155 chars
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup of cake flour, sifted
1 ½ cups of granulated sugar, divided
½ teaspoon of salt
12 large egg whites
1 teaspoon of cream of tartar
1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon of key lime zest
½ cup of key lime juice
Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). No greasing or lining necessary for the pan.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the sifted cake flour, ¾ cup of granulated sugar, and salt.
In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, begin beating the egg whites on medium speed until foamy.
Add the cream of tartar and continue to beat until soft peaks form.
Gradually add the remaining ¾ cup of granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, beating on high until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold in the vanilla extract, key lime juice, and lime zest with a spatula.
Sift the flour mixture over the egg whites in three additions, gently folding it in each time.
Pour the batter into an ungreased 10-inch tube pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake in your preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until golden and springs back when touched.
Once baked, invert the pan immediately onto a cooling rack and let cool completely in the pan.
Run a knife around the edges to release the cake, then invert it onto a serving plate. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
A light and zesty Key Lime Angel Food Cake that celebrates summer flavors with a fluffy texture perfectly complemented by the tangy taste of key limes.
