Best 4 Cherry Angel Food Cake Recipes

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Cherry angel food cake is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. Its fluffy, light texture and sweet, delicate flavor make it a favorite among cake lovers. The combination of angel food cake and cherries creates a delightful treat that is both visually appealing and incredibly delicious. Many recipes exist for this dessert, so whether you are a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, you can find a recipe that suits your preferences and skill level.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE



Cherry Angel Food Cake image

The traditional angel food cake with a new twist - cherries!

Provided by Traci Poole

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cherry Dessert Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup sifted cake flour
1 cup egg whites
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 ¼ cups white sugar
¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon almond extract
⅓ cup maraschino cherries, drained and sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Make sure your 10 inch tube pan is clean and dry. Sift flour three times and set aside.
  • In a large glass or metal mixing bowl, beat egg whites with salt and cream of tartar until foamy. Gradually add sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Blend in vanilla and almond extract. Fold the flour into the whites until no streaks remain. Pour half of the batter into pan. Sprinkle with half of the cherries. Fill pan with remaining batter and top with remaining cherries.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes. Invert pan and allow to hang until cake cools.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.3 calories, Carbohydrate 32.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 3.2 g, Sodium 82.5 mg, Sugar 21 g

CHERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE



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Not only is this cake very light, but it rises nice and high, and it's not too sweet. Pretty dots of maraschino cherry inside make the cake so festive. -Estelle Hardin, Washington, UT

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-3/4 cups egg whites (about 13 large)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided
1/2 cup coarsely chopped maraschino cherries (about 30), well drained
3/4 cup reduced-fat whipped topping

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Sift flour twice; set aside. Add cream of tartar, extracts and salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in 3/4 cup sugar, about 2 tablespoons at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Combine flour and remaining sugar; gradually fold into batter, 1/4 cup at a time. Fold in cherries. , Gently spoon into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Cut through batter with a knife to remove air pockets. Bake on the lowest oven rack at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched. Immediately invert pan; cool completely, about 1 hour. Run a knife around the sides and center tube of pan. Remove cake to a serving plate. Serve with whipped topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 108mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CHERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE ROLL



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This is a light, delicious and beautiful dessert. As you can tell I love Angel food cakes because they have less calories, excluding all the goodies I add to them and they are fresh and light. This will make you say, pretty please with a cherry on top! The picture is from beliefnet, the site i just love!

Provided by Tammy T

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 6

18 ounces angel food cake mix
1 c maraschino cherry, drained, chopped + a few whole cherries for garnish
1/2 c sweetened flaked coconut
1 tsp maraschino cherry juice
2 tubs - 8 oz each whipped topping, thawed (1/2 of one tub is for garnish)
mint jelly (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line two 15 1/2"x10 1/2" x 1" jelly roll pans with parshment paper or foil. Make paper or foil ends longer for easier pull out. Prepare cake following package directions. Divide into pans. Spread evenly. Cut through batter with knife or spatula to remove large air bubbles.
  • 2. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes or until set. Invert cakes at once onto towels dusted with powdered sugar. Remove parshment paper or foil carefully. Be careful, cake is hot. If using a towel, Start at one end and roll up each cake with towel, jelly roll fashion. **Or if using parshment paper pull out of pan on to a flat surface and roll up in the parshment paper and cool. Cool completely.
  • 3. Fold chopped cherries, coconut and cherry juice into one of the 8 oz whipped topping. Unroll cakes. Spread half of filling over each cake to edges. Reroll and place seam side down on serving plate.
  • 4. Spread the half of the other tub of whipped topping over each cake or as much as you like and garnish with whole cherries. (sprinkle with mint jelly - optional) Or sprinkle cakes with powder sugar and set whole cherries along sides. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

CHERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE - HOMEMADE



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Make and share this Cherry Angel Food Cake - Homemade recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Duckie067

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup maraschino cherry, sliced
3/4 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup egg white
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon almond flavoring
1 cup cake flour, sifted

Steps:

  • Drain cherries thoroughly.
  • Add salt, cream of tartar, almond flavoring, and vanilla to egg whites.
  • Beat until foamy but not stiff.
  • Beat in sugar, 2 tablespoons at a time.
  • Sift flour 3 times and fold into mixture.
  • Pour a layer in the bottom of an ungreased cake pan.
  • Sprinkle in 1/2 cherries.
  • Add remaining batter and top with remaining cherries.
  • Bake in the oven at 325° for 50 minutes.
  • Invert and allow to hang until cake cools and pulls away from sides of pan.
  • Use whipped cream as frosting and top with whole cherries.

Tips:

  • To make the perfect angel food cake, it is important to whip the egg whites until they are stiff and glossy. This will help to create a light and airy cake.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing can cause the cake to be tough and dense.
  • Bake the cake in a tube pan to allow for even baking.
  • Do not open the oven door during baking. This can cause the cake to fall.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
  • For a moist and flavorful cake, use fresh cherries. You can also use frozen cherries, but be sure to thaw them completely before using.
  • To make a glaze for the cake, combine powdered sugar, milk, and cherry juice. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.

Conclusion:

Cherry angel food cake is a delicious and classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its light and airy texture and sweet cherry flavor, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone. Whether you are making it for a special occasion or just because you love it, cherry angel food cake is a great choice.

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