Homemade Fluffy Cloud Cake

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups (180g) cake flour 1 1/2 cups (180g) cake flour
• 1 3/4 cups (350g) granulated sugar 1 3/4 cups (350g) granulated sugar
• 12 large egg whites 12 large egg whites
• 1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar 1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 220 kcal / 920 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 0g, 0g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 52g, 38g
• Protein: 6g
• Fiber: 0g
• Salt: 0.2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. 2.
   In a large bowl, sift the cake flour and 3/4 cup (150g) of granulated sugar together. Set aside.
3. 3.
   In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites on medium speed until foamy.
4. 4.
   Add the cream of tartar and salt to the egg whites and continue beating until soft peaks form.
5. 5.
   Gradually add the remaining 1 cup (200g) of granulated sugar to the egg whites, beating until stiff peaks form.
6. 6.
   Gently fold in the sifted flour mixture, one-third at a time, using a spatula.
7. 7.
   Stir in the vanilla extract.
8. 8.
   Pour the batter into an ungreased angel food cake pan.
9. 9.
   Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cake springs back when lightly touched.
10. 10.
    Remove the cake from the oven and invert the pan onto a cooling rack. Let it cool completely before removing from the pan.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Egg whites — Make sure the bowl and beaters are completely clean and free of any grease or residue. Even a small amount of fat can prevent the egg whites from properly whipping.

Tips & Tricks

• To ensure the best results, use room temperature egg whites.
• Be gentle when folding in the flour mixture to maintain the cake's light and airy texture.
• Invert the cake pan immediately after removing it from the oven to prevent the cake from collapsing.

Serving advice

Serve slices of Fluffy Angel Food Cake on their own or with a dollop of whipped cream and fresh berries for a delightful dessert. It also pairs well with a drizzle of chocolate sauce or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar or garnish with fresh berries. Serve on a decorative cake stand for an elegant touch.