Description
This light angel food cake topped with juicy strawberries is a refreshing and guilt-free dessert perfect for any occasion. With its airy sponge base and naturally sweet fruit topping, it’s the ideal option for those looking for quick breakfast ideas, a healthy snack, or easy dessert recipes. Great for spring and summer gatherings or when you’re craving something light yet satisfying.
Ingredients
12 egg whites
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1 cup cake flour
1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for strawberries)
Instructions
1. Separate the egg whites carefully, ensuring no yolk gets in. Allow them to come to room temperature.
2. Sift together the cake flour and half of the granulated sugar.
3. In a large, clean bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy. Add cream of tartar and salt. Continue beating until soft peaks form.
4. Gradually add the remaining sugar and vanilla extract, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
5. Gently fold in the flour-sugar mixture in batches, using a spatula to avoid deflating the batter.
6. Spoon the batter into an ungreased 10-inch tube pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
8. Immediately invert the pan and allow the cake to cool completely upside down.
9. While cooling, combine sliced strawberries with 2 tablespoons sugar and let sit for 20–30 minutes to release juices.
10. Once cooled, loosen the cake edges with a knife and remove it from the pan. Slice and serve with spoonfuls of strawberries and their syrup.
Notes
Make sure to use an ungreased tube pan to allow the cake to rise properly.
Don’t rush the egg whites—whipping them to stiff peaks is crucial for the airy texture.
Serve strawberries fresh to prevent the cake from getting soggy.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: angel food cake, strawberry dessert, light cake, easy recipe, summer dessert