When it comes to delicious gluten-free desserts, angel food cake is a delightful choice that has captured the hearts of many. Its fluffy texture, delicate crumb, and sweet flavor make it a favorite among those seeking a tasty and allergy-friendly treat. Whether you have a gluten intolerance, celiac disease, or simply prefer a healthier alternative, gluten-free angel food cake offers a wonderful way to satisfy your sweet cravings without compromising on taste. With a few simple adjustments to traditional recipes, you can easily create a gluten-free version of this classic cake that is equally light, airy, and irresistible. Discover the secrets to baking a perfect gluten-free angel food cake and indulge in a delightful dessert that caters to your dietary needs while tantalizing your taste buds.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
GLUTEN-FREE ANGEL FOOD CAKE
My daughter can't have gluten, and my husband is diabetic, so there are a lot of special recipes at our house. This cake is always on our family gathering table. -Anne Wiebe, Gladstone, Manitoba
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Sift 3/4 cup sugar, cornstarch, flours and potato starch together twice; set aside., Add cream of tartar, salt and vanilla to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining sugar, about 2 tablespoons at a time, beating on high until stiff peaks form. Gradually fold in flour mixture, about 1/2 cup at a time., Gently spoon into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Cut through the batter with a knife to remove air pockets. Bake on the lowest oven rack at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until lightly browned and entire top appears dry. Immediately invert pan; cool completely, about 1 hour., Run a knife around side and center tube of pan. Remove cake to a serving plate. Top with fresh fruit if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 101 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 149mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
ANGEL FOOD CAKE (GLUTEN AND SUGAR FREE)
This was a challenge! I have never made a gluten free sugar free angel food cake before. It took a long time to prepare because I found the flour mixture was a bit more dense then if I'd used regular flour. But, I am happy with the result none the less.
Provided by Jo Zimny
Categories Cakes
Time 1h35m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 325'F. Position the rack in the lower part of the oven.
- 2. Combine flour, xanthan gum together and sift 3 times.
- 3. Beat the egg whites on low speed until they begin to get frothy. Add the cream of tartar and salt, increase the speed to medium continue to beat until the egg whites are billowy mounds. Pour the agave nectar about one tablespoon at a time into the egg whites until all the agave is incorporated and the eggs are in the soft peak stage. Do not beat to the stiff stage, it will make folding the flour in difficult.
- 4. Pour in the vanilla and lemon juice, mix until just incorporated.
- 5. Sift the flour over the egg whites about 3 tablespoons at a time. Fold in very gently making sure you cut down to the bottom of the pan. Do not stir, this will deflate the egg whites, also move very slowly. Use all the flour, make sure it's all folded in well.
- 6. Pour the batter into your angel food cake tube pan and cut through the egg mixture with a knife to get the air bubbles out. Smooth the top of the batter with the spatula.
- 7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, until golden brown and the cake springs back when touched. Check after 50 minutes, some ovens are hotter then the other.
- 8. When the cake is done, remove from the oven and immediately invert on a platter or on a large bottle. Cool for 2-3 hours. To remove cake, place the cake tin on its side and run a thin long flexible metal blade around the outside, pushing against the pan, then use a long, thin boning knife to loosen the part around the middle of the tube. If you have a pan with a release bottom, pop the cake out. Use a thin spatula to release the cake from the bottom.
- 9. Serve with whipped cream and strawberries or your favorite fruit. Enjoy!
Tips:
- Use superfine almond flour: This will help create a light and airy texture.
- Don't overbeat the batter: Overbeating can make the cake tough.
- Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help prevent the frosting from melting.
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature: It will stay fresh for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Gluten-free angel food cake is a delicious and elegant dessert that can be enjoyed by people with and without gluten intolerance. With its light and airy texture and sweet, vanilla flavor, this cake is sure to be a hit at any gathering. Whether you're looking for a special occasion dessert or a simple afternoon treat, this gluten-free angel food cake is sure to please.
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