Elevate Your Baking Game with This Heavenly Layer Cake
The Secret to Fluffy Angel Food Cake
Did you know that you don’t need a special bundt cake pan to create a stunning angel food cake? With this recipe, you can craft a show-stopping layer cake that’s sure to impress.
The Magic of Cream of Tartar
Cream of tartar, a byproduct of wine production, is the unsung hero of meringue-based desserts. This powdered sediment helps stabilize whipped egg whites, allowing them to maintain their texture even when exposed to heat. The result? A cake that’s both tender and durable.
Prepare Your Palate
Before indulging in this heavenly treat, consider enjoying a light meal to balance your palate. Our Snapper Fillet with Asparagus Salad or Broiled Tilapia with Brava Sauce recipes make excellent choices.
Recipe Details
Yield: 6-8 servings
Difficulty: Medium
Total Time: 1 hour, 25 minutes
Active Time: 1 hour
Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- Pinch of salt
- 12 egg whites
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup store-bought lemon curd
- 1 cup blackberries
- Salted caramel sauce
Step-by-Step Instructions
Preheat and Prep
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line three 8-inch cake pans with parchment paper and spray with nonstick spray.
Mix and Whip
Sift together flour and salt in a small bowl. In a stand mixer, whip egg whites until frothy, then add cream of tartar and mix until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and continue whipping until stiff peaks form. Add vanilla and lemon zest.
Fold and Divide
Fold 1/4 cup of flour mixture into egg whites at a time, being careful not to deflate the mixture. Divide batter evenly between cake pans and bake for 23-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
Assemble and Decorate
Make whipped cream by whipping heavy cream until soft peaks form. Fold in lemon curd. Assemble the cake by layering angel food cake, whipped cream, and blackberries, finishing with a drizzle of caramel sauce. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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