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Lime Angel Food Cake

Lime Angel Food Cake: A Light & Zesty Summer Delight

This Lime Angel Food Cake is a light, gluten-free dessert bursting with key lime flavor, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Egg Whites Room temperature and grease-free
  • 2 tablespoons Key Lime Juice Fresh preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Cream of Tartar Stabilizes egg whites
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Add gradually
  • 1 cup Cake Flour For a light texture
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar For sweetness and smooth texture
  • 1 unit Lime Zest Intensifies flavor

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • Angel Food Cake Pan
  • rubber spatula
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lime Angel Food Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine egg whites, key lime juice, cream of tartar, and salt. Beat until stiff peaks form.
  3. Gradually add granulated sugar to whipped egg whites, continuing to beat until shiny and glossy.
  4. Sift cake flour over the egg white mixture and gently fold in until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into an ungreased angel food cake pan, smoothing the top gently.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until lightly golden and springs back when touched.
  7. Invert the cake pan to cool upside down for about an hour.
  8. Whisk together powdered sugar, key lime juice, and lime zest until smooth.
  9. Poke holes in the cooled cake and drizzle the glaze over the top.
  10. Whip heavy cream with granulated sugar and lime zest until stiff peaks form.
  11. Serve each slice of cake with whipped cream on top, garnishing with lime zest or berries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 20gVitamin C: 10mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use room-temperature egg whites for optimal whipping. Avoid greasing the pan to allow the cake to rise properly.

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