Best 7 Lemon Curd Filled Angel Food Cake Recipes

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Are you craving a delectable treat that combines the zest of lemons with the fluffy texture of angel food cake? Look no further! Lemon curd filled angel food cake is a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds with its perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. This delightful dessert is sure to impress your guests and become a favorite in your kitchen. With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of baking magic, you can create a masterpiece that will be the star of any occasion. Indulge in the flavors of lemon and angel food cake, and prepare to be amazed by this heavenly delight.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON ANGEL FOOD CAKE WITH PRESERVED LEMON CURD



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Adding preserved lemon juice to lemon curd is the brilliant brainchild of Samantha Kincaid, the pastry chef of the restaurant High Street on Hudson. It adds a complex brininess to what can be an overly sweet citrus custard. In this recipe, the curd is lightened with a little whipped cream and used to frost and fill a lemon-flavored angel food cake. It's a stunning dessert that's bright, rich and light all at once.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     cakes, dessert

Time 3h

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 cup/110 grams cake flour
1 1/3 cups/265 grams granulated sugar
12 large egg whites
Pinch kosher salt
1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1/2 cup/62 grams confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
1/2 cup/118 milliliters lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons powdered gelatin
6 large eggs
1 1/4 cups/250 grams granulated sugar
1/2 cup/113 grams unsalted butter (1 stick), melted
1/4 cup/60 milliliters preserved lemon juice (strained off from a batch of salt preserved lemons, either store-bought or homemade)
Finely grated zest of two lemons
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup/236 milliliters heavy cream

Steps:

  • Make the cake: Heat the oven to 350 degrees and place a rack in the center.
  • Sift flour and 1/3 cup/65 grams granulated sugar into a large bowl.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer, combine egg whites, salt and cream of tartar and beat with the whisk attachment on medium-high speed until medium peaks form, about 3 minutes.
  • Gradually add in remaining 1 cup/200 grams granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, and beat until firm, glossy peaks form. Beat in confectioners' sugar, lemon zest, vanilla and lemon extract.
  • Sift a quarter of the flour mixture over egg whites and use a rubber spatula to fold until barely combined. Repeat with remaining flour in 3 more additions.
  • Scrape into an ungreased 10-inch tube pan, smooth top, and bake until cake is springy and pulls away from the pan, 35 to 40 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.
  • Make the curd: In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup/59 milliliters lemon juice and gelatin; set aside to bloom. In a large bowl, lightly beat eggs.
  • In a medium bowl, combine granulated sugar, butter, remaining 1/4 cup/59 milliliters fresh lemon juice, the preserved lemon juice, the zest and the salt. Place bowl over a pot of simmering water until warm. Remove from the heat, then pour over the eggs in a thin stream, constantly whisking. Place bowl with the egg and lemon mixture over the simmering water pot and cook, stirring constantly, to 175 degrees, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, stir in gelatin mixture and immediately pour through a fine strainer into a wide bowl set over ice bath, stirring until mixture is cool. Chill for 1 hour.
  • Whip the cream until soft peaks form. Fold into the lemon curd and chill for another hour, until cold.
  • To serve, unmold the cake. Using a serrated knife, halve the cake crosswise to create 2 layers. Dollop on some of the lemon cream to cover. Top with the cake and dollop on more lemon cream. (Remaining lemon cream will last up to a week in the refrigerator.)

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 418, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 59 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 228 milligrams, Sugar 49 grams, TransFat 0 grams

LEMON CURD-FILLED ANGEL FOOD CAKE



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For a sunny angel food cake, we make a filling of mascarpone, cream cheese and lemon curd, and then drizzle the cake with a lemony sweet glaze. -Leah Rekau, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h40m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

12 large egg whites (about 1-2/3 cups)
1 cup cake flour
1-1/2 cups sugar, divided
1 vanilla bean or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon salt
FILLING:
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 jar (10 ounces) lemon curd, divided
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries, patted dry
GLAZE:
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
3 to 4 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes., Preheat oven to 325°. In a small bowl, mix flour and 3/4 cup sugar until blended., Add seeds from vanilla bean (or extract if using), cream of tartar and salt to egg whites. Beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining 3/4 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until soft glossy peaks form. Gradually fold in flour mixture, about 1/2 cup at a time., Gently transfer batter to an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Cut through batter with a knife to remove air pockets. Bake on lowest oven rack 45-55 minutes or until top springs back when lightly touched. Immediately invert pan; cool completely in pan, about 1-1/2 hours. , Run a knife around sides and center tube of pan. Remove cake to a serving plate. Using a serrated knife, cut a 1-in. slice off top of cake. Hollow out remaining cake, leaving a 1-in.-thick shell (save removed cake for another use)., For filling, in a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add mascarpone cheese and confectioners' sugar; beat until soft peaks form. Fold in 1/4 cup of the lemon curd., Line bottom of tunnel with strawberries. Spoon mascarpone mixture over berries; top with remaining lemon curd. Replace cake top; refrigerate, covered, at least 4 hours or overnight. , For glaze, in a small bowl, mix confectioners' sugar, lemon zest and enough juice to reach desired consistency. Unwrap cake; spread glaze over top, allowing some to drip down sides. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 91mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

LEMON ANGEL FOOD CAKE FILLED WITH LEMON CURD AND FRESH RASPBERRY



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Make and share this Lemon Angel Food Cake Filled With Lemon Curd and Fresh Raspberry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup cake flour, sifted
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
14 egg whites, at room temperature
1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1 1/2 cups lemon curd (Lemon Curd (Stove Top or Microwave Method) Lime or Orange Curd)
1 pint fresh raspberry
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • Place an oven rack in the center of the oven.
  • Have ready an ungreased 10- inch tube pan.
  • Sift the flour and the confectioners' sugar together into a medium bowl.
  • Beat the egg whites with an electric mixer on medium speed in a large bowl until foamy.
  • Increase the speed to medium-high, add the cream of tartar and salt, and beat just until the egg whites form soft peaks.
  • Add the granulated sugar, about 1 tablespoon at a time, beating well after each addition, and beat just until the whites form stiff, glossy peaks.
  • Add the vanilla and lemon oil and beat until well combined Sift one-fourth of the flour mixture over the egg whites and fold in with a whisk or a rubber spatula.
  • Continue gently folding, one quarter at a time, until all the flour mixture has been added, being careful not to over mix.
  • Transfer the batter to the pan.
  • Run a table knife through the batter to remove any large air pockets, and smooth the top.
  • Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the cake pulls away from the side of the pan.
  • Turn the pan upside down, and balance it on its elongated neck or pan legs (if it if has them), or hang the tube upside down from the neck of a tall wine bottle.
  • Let cool to room temperature.
  • Turn the pan right side up.
  • Run a knife around the edge of the cake and between the cake and the tube.
  • Top the cake with a flat plate, invert it, give a sharp downward rap to the pan to dislodge the cake and lift off the pan.
  • If the pan bottom is removable, slide a knife between the pan bottom and the cake to release it.
  • Stir the lemon glaze ingredients together in a small bowl.
  • Let stand for 10 minutes before using.
  • Cut cake in half.
  • Once completely cooled fill with lemon curd (SEE my recipe posted).
  • Top Curd with Raspberries.
  • Put top half of cake on raspberries then top with Glaze.
  • Pouring over the cake and let stand for at least 10 outside minutes, or until the glaze is set.
  • Use a sharp serrated knife to cut the cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.7, Fat 0.5, Sodium 189.8, Carbohydrate 64.2, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 46.8, Protein 8.2

LEMON MERINGUE ANGEL FOOD CAKE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 2h35m

Yield One 10-inch round cake (12 to 14 servings)

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 1/2 cups (11 to 12) large egg whites
1 tablespoon cold water
1 cup sifted cake flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
2 large eggs
3 egg yolks
1/2 cup sugar
6 tablespoons (2 lemons) strained lemon juice
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
3 ounces (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter, chilled and cut into 6 pieces
1/4 cup water
2/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup (about 3) large egg whites
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • For the cake: Place fresh, cold egg whites and cold water in the bowl of a heavy-duty mixer. Set aside until they are 60 degrees, or slightly below room temperature.
  • Pour flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar and salt into a triple sifter or sieve. Sift onto a sheet of waxed paper; set aside. Adjust rack in lower third of oven; preheat oven to 325 degrees. Set nearby a dry, un-greased 10inch tube pan. Such a pan allows the batter to cling to the sides and rise to its full height. Place a long-necked bottle or large metal funnel nearby for inverting the baked cake.
  • Whip egg whites, preferably with a whisk attachment until frothy. Add cream of tartar and whip on medium speed until soft peaks form. Continue whipping and gradually add the 1 cup granulated sugar until whites have thickened and form soft droopy white peaks. Add the vanilla and lemon zest in the final moments of whipping.
  • Sprinkle one-quarter of the flour mixture over the whites, and with a rubber spatula, fold into the whites. Repeat this process with the remaining flour mixture, folding in only one-quarter of the flour mixture at a time. Gently pour the batter into an un-greased tube pan. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the top is light golden, the cake feels spongy and springs back when touched, and a wooden toothpick inserted in the middle comes out free of cake. Invert cake onto the neck of a bottle or funnel. Cool completely before removing from pan.
  • To remove cake from the pan, slip just the tip of a small metal spatula between the cake and pan. Slowly trace the perimeter to release any cake sticking to the pan. Tilt the cake pan on its side, and gently tap the bottom against the counter to loosen the cake. Rotate the cake pan, tapping as you turn it a few more times, until it appears free. Cover the cake with a rack or cardboard round, and at the same time that you invert the cake onto the work surface, tap it firmly onto the surface. Lift the pan from the cake.
  • For the filling: In a 1 1/2 quart heavy-bottomed saucepan, whisk briefly to combine the eggs, egg yolks, sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Add the pieces of butter, and place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly over the entire bottom. Cook the mixture without boiling until it begins to develop body and thicken. Remove from heat and pour through a stainless steel sieve into a bowl. Cover the surface with plastic wrap, poke a few small slits in the plastic with the tip of a paring blade allowing steam to escape while cooling. Refrigerate (curd will thicken).
  • For the frosting: In a 3-cup saucepan, combine the water and 2/3 cup sugar. Place over low heat to dissolve the sugar, then increase the heat to medium high and boil, without stirring, until a candy thermometer reads 235 degrees. (Wash down any sugar crystals slinging to the sides of the pan with a brush dipped in cold water.) Near the end of the boiling time, whip the egg whites with the cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Add the 2 tablespoons sugar, and continue to whip until the whites are stiff but not dry. With the mixer running, pour the syrup onto the whipped whites. Continue to whip on medium speed, about 3 minutes more. Mixture will thicken, cool and form glossy, stiff peaks. Add the vanilla. Cool to room temperature, about 8 to 10 minutes, then frost cake right away.
  • Assembling the dessert: Cut cake into three layers. Spread the lemon filling equally between the two layers; top with remaining layer. Frost top and sides of cake with Italian Meringue Frosting.

LEMON ANGEL FOOD CUPCAKES WITH LEMON CURD AND MASCARPONE FROSTING



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 24 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 egg yolks, at room temperature
Zest of 2 lemons
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 large lemons)
1/3 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon fine salt
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes, at room temperature
One 1-pound box angel food cake mix
Zest of 2 lemons
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 cups heavy whipping cream, chilled
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
8 ounces mascarpone cheese, at room temperature
Yellow sprinkles or yellow sanding sugar, for decorating

Steps:

  • For the lemon curd: Whisk together the egg yolks, lemon zest, lemon juice, sugar and salt in a medium saucepan. Set the saucepan over medium-low heat and cook, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or spatula and making sure to scrape the sides and bottom of the pan, until the mixture is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and add the butter, one piece at a time, stirring until smooth. Transfer the curd to a heat-proof bowl and cover the surface with plastic wrap to avoid a skin from forming. Refrigerate until chilled and firm, about 30 minutes.
  • For the cupcakes: Set racks on the upper and lower thirds of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Line two muffin pans with cupcake liners. In the bowl of an electric mixer, combine the cake mix, lemon zest and juice, and 1 cup water. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds to incorporate, then raise the speed to medium and beat until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 1 minute. With a scoop or spoon, fill the liners three-quarters full with batter. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the cupcakes are golden brown and the top feels dry. Let the cupcakes cool completely before filling and frosting, about 30 minutes.
  • For the frosting: In the bowl of an electric mixer, combine the heavy cream, powdered sugar and vanilla. Whip until thick, about 2 minutes. Add the mascarpone and beat until stiff peaks form.
  • To assemble: Use a small spoon to make a shallow indentation in the center of each cupcake. Fill each indentation with 1 teaspoon of the lemon curd. Use a spatula or piping bag to swirl a generous dollop of frosting over the top of each cupcake. Decorate with sprinkles or sanding sugar.

LEMON PUDDING FILLED ANGEL FOOD CAKE (3 INGREDIENTS)



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Well, you can not get any easier than this recipe! 8) I have never made this one, but thought I should post it since it sounds swell! heh Enjoy!

Provided by OceanIvy

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 1 cake dessert

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 angel food cake
1 (12 ounce) can lemon pie filling
1 (12 ounce) container whipped topping

Steps:

  • Cut the cake in half horizontally making a trench all around cake large enough to hold pie filling.
  • Spread can of pie filling in trench.
  • Place cake together again.
  • Spread whipped topping over entire cake--make sure you get the inside too.
  • Chill before serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2456.9, Fat 81.8, SaturatedFat 50, Cholesterol 273.6, Sodium 3501.6, Carbohydrate 394.8, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 210.6, Protein 47.9

LEMON MERINGUE ANGEL CAKE



Lemon Meringue Angel Cake image

I've been told that this dessert tastes exactly like a lemon meringue pie and that it's the best angel food cake anyone could ask for. I'm not sure about all of that, but it is delightful to serve, and each slice is virtually fat free. -Sharon Kurtz, Emmaus, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h30m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 large egg whites, room temperature
1-1/2 cups sugar, divided
1 cup cake flour
2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 jar (10 ounces) lemon curd
MERINGUE TOPPING:
4 large egg whites, room temperature
3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Place 12 egg whites in a large bowl. Sift 1/2 cup sugar and flour together twice; set aside. , Add cream of tartar, vanilla and salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until foamy. Gradually beat in remaining sugar, 2 tablespoons at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Gradually fold in flour mixture, about 1/2 cup at a time. , Gently spoon batter into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Cut through batter with a knife to remove air pockets. Bake on lowest oven rack at 350° until golden brown and entire top appears dry, 35-40 minutes. Immediately invert pan; cool completely, about 1 hour., Run a knife around side and center tube of pan. Remove cake; split into 2 horizontal layers. Place cake bottom on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread with lemon curd; replace cake top. , For meringue, in a small bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar on medium until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Spread over top and sides of cake., Bake at 350° until golden brown, 15-18 minutes. Transfer to a serving plate. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 121mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (41g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Tips:

  • For a tender and fluffy angel food cake, make sure to beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  • Gently fold the egg whites into the batter until just combined to avoid deflating the batter.
  • Bake the cake in a tube pan to allow for even cooking and to prevent the cake from sinking in the center.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before filling it with lemon curd to prevent the curd from melting.
  • For a smooth and creamy lemon curd, make sure to whisk the eggs, sugar, and lemon juice constantly while cooking.
  • Strain the lemon curd through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any lumps before filling the cake.
  • If desired, you can torch the tops of the meringue kisses to add a bit of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

This lemon curd-filled angel food cake is a delightful dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The light and fluffy cake pairs perfectly with the tangy and sweet lemon curd filling, and the meringue kisses add a touch of sweetness and crunch. With a few simple tips, you can easily make this delicious cake at home.

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