Best 9 Pecan Angel Food Cake Recipes

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Calling all bakers and dessert enthusiasts! Dive into the world of pecan angel food cake, where fluffy and luxurious textures intertwine with the delightful crunch of toasted pecans. This article is your guide to creating the ultimate pecan angel food cake, a masterpiece that will tantalize taste buds and leave you craving more. As we embark on this culinary journey, we'll explore the secrets behind achieving the perfect balance of flavors and textures, from selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of folding in egg whites for a light and airy crumb. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, get ready to create a pecan angel food cake that will become a cherished favorite in your recipe collection.

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PECAN CINNAMON ANGEL FOOD CAKE



Pecan Cinnamon Angel Food Cake image

Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     dessert

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon cinnamon extract
1 (16-ounce) container whipped topping, divided
1 (10-inch) store-bought angel food cake
8 ounces whipped cream cheese
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped pecans, plus more for garnish
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus more for garnish
Whipped topping, store-bought

Steps:

  • Carefully cut off 1-inch top of angel food cake; set aside. Cut down into cake and gently remove core of cake, leaving a 1-inch thick border from bottom and around sides. Crumble cored cake into small pieces.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together cake pieces, cream cheese, brown sugar, pecans, and cinnamon.
  • Fill center ring of angel food cake with mixture. Place cake top back on.
  • Frost cake with whipped topping. Garnish with chopped pecans and ground cinnamon.

BEST ANGEL FOOD CAKE



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For our daughter's wedding, a friend made this lovely, angel food cake from a recipe she's used for decades. It really is one of the best angel food cake recipes I've found. Serve slices plain or dress them up with fresh fruit. -Marilyn Niemeyer, Doon, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/4 cups large egg whites (about 9)
1-1/2 cups sugar, divided
1 cup cake flour
1-1/4 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Sift 1/2 cup sugar and flour together twice; set aside. , Place oven rack in the lowest position. Preheat oven to 350°. Add cream of tartar, extracts and salt 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 batter with a knife to remove air pockets. Bake until lightly browned 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 to a serving plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 68mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ANGEL FOOD CAKE I



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Homemade angel food cake is worth the work. It is moist, unlike the sweet styrofoam available in the grocery bakery. A tube pan with a removable bottom is highly recommended.

Provided by Syd

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Angel Food Cake Recipes

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ¼ cups cake flour
1 ¾ cups white sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups egg whites
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Beat egg whites until they form stiff peaks, and then add cream of tartar, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
  • Sift together flour, sugar, and salt. Repeat five times.
  • Gently combine the egg whites with the dry ingredients, and then pour into an ungreased 10 inch tube pan.
  • Place cake pan in a cold oven. Turn the oven on; set it to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Cook for about one hour, or until cake is golden brown.
  • Invert cake, and allow it to cool in the pan. When thoroughly cooled, remove from pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.3 calories, Carbohydrate 30.9 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 3.4 g, Sodium 74.5 mg, Sugar 22.1 g

ANGEL FOOD CAKE



Angel Food Cake image

This angel food cake has a completely different texture than the ones made from a mix. My family enjoys it all year long, either plain or topped with berries and whipped cream. -Lucile H. Proctor, Panguitch, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 cups egg whites (about 10 large)
1 cup confectioners' sugar
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 cup sugar
Sweetened whipped cream and mixed fresh berries, optional

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Sift confectioners' sugar and flour together twice; set aside. , Add the cream of tartar, extracts and salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add granulated sugar, about 2 tablespoons at a time, beating 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 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 35-40 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 75mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

LOAF PAN ANGEL FOOD CAKE



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Angel food cake is usually one of those fussy cakes I prefer to avoid. Anything that requires special pans and beating and sifting or other steps beyond "dump ingredients into a bowl" is generally more than I want to bother with. For this easy version, I simplified the process and ended up with two heavenly loaves: one to photograph and share, and another to eat all by myself.

Provided by Alejandra Ramos

Categories     dessert

Time 55m

Yield Two 9-by-5-inch loaf cakes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup cake flour
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 cups egg whites, at room temperature (from about 10 large eggs) (see Cook's Note)
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon pure orange extract
1 vanilla bean pod, seeds scraped, or 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste

Steps:

  • Position a rack in the bottom of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Line two 9-by-5-inch loaf pans with aluminum foil, allowing the foil to hang over the long sides by at least 1 inch. Do not grease the pans.
  • Whisk together the flour and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  • Whisk the egg whites in a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment at medium speed just until they start to look foamy, for 30 seconds. Add the lemon juice and cream of tartar and beat on high speed until soft peaks form, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Gradually add the sugar in a slow, steady stream and beat until thickened and shiny, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add the orange extract and vanilla bean seeds, then decrease to the lowest speed. Add the flour and salt mixture in a steady stream and beat until just combined.
  • Turn off the mixer as soon as all the flour is added. Fold the mixture with a rubber spatula once or twice to make sure the flour is fully incorporated. Divide the mixture evenly between the two prepared pans.
  • Bake on the bottom rack of the oven until puffed and slightly golden brown on top, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool the cakes upside down by balancing the edges of each pan on two cans or jars, 15 to 20 minutes. Once completely cooled, remove the cakes from the pan, peel off the foil and serve.

PEACH ANGEL FOOD CAKE



Peach Angel Food Cake image

This is a great tasting super easy (not to mention, low fat and low calorie) dessert!

Provided by Amy Brolsma

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Peach Dessert Recipes

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 (18.25 ounce) package angel food cake mix
1 (15 ounce) can diced peaches

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine cake mix, peaches and juice (do not add water). Mix well.
  • Pour into tube pan or 2 loaf pans.
  • Bake according to directions on cake package.
  • If desired, serve with whipped topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.7 calories, Carbohydrate 32.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 3.1 g, Sodium 319.5 mg, Sugar 24.6 g

PECAN OR ANGEL SLICES



Pecan or Angel Slices image

Provided by Irma S. Rombauer

Categories     Egg     Brunch     Dessert     Christmas     Buffet     Pecan     Christmas Eve     Butter     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Twelve 2 3/4 x 2 1/3-inch bars

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, softened
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
3 large eggs, divided
1 3/4 teaspoons vanilla, divided
3/4 cup all-purpose flour, plus additional 1 1/2 tablespoons
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups chopped toasted, pecans or walnuts
1 cup flaked or shredded sweetened coconut, lightly toasted
Lemon glaze:
1 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
1/4 cup fresh lemon, orange, or lime juice
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9 x 9-inch baking pan lined with foil.
  • Beat the butter, granulated sugar, 1 egg yolk, and 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla in a medium bowl until well blended.
  • Stir in 3/4 cup of flour until well blended and smooth.
  • Press the dough evenly into the baking pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, beat 2 eggs, light brown sugar, 1 1/2 tablespoons flour, baking powder, salt, and 1 1/2 teaspoons of vanilla in a medium bowl until well combined.
  • Stir in nuts and coconut.
  • Spread the mixture evenly over the hot baked crust. Bake until the top is firm and golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out slightly wet, 20 to 25 minutes. Set the pan on a rack. If desired, while the bars are still warm, spread evenly with Lemon Glaze (recipe below).
  • Let stand until the bars are cool and the glaze is set.
  • For lemon glaze:
  • Beat confectioners' sugar, juice, and vanilla together until smooth.

SPICED ANGEL CAKE WITH PECAN PIE ICING



Spiced Angel Cake With Pecan Pie Icing image

Make and share this Spiced Angel Cake With Pecan Pie Icing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Pinay0618

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) box angel food cake mix
2 teaspoons spice islands pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon maple flavoring
2 tablespoons butter (no substitutions)
1/2 cup chopped pecans
3 tablespoons karo dark corn syrup
3 tablespoons milk
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon spice islands 100% pure bourbon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Prepare angel food cake according to package instructions. Fold in pumpkin pie spice and maple flavoring after batter is completely mixed.
  • Pour into an ungreased 10-inch tube pan, using a spatula to eliminate any large air bubbles. Bake on lowest oven rack according to package instructions. Cool inverted for at least one hour. Remove from pan and drizzle with Pecan Pie Icing.
  • Icing:.
  • Heat butter and pecans in a medium saucepan. Heat until butter is browned and pecans are lightly toasted. Remove from heat and immediately add corn syrup. Stir well and add milk, powdered sugar and vanilla. Beat until smooth. Drizzle over cake. If frosting is too thick, add a small amount of additional milk.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.7, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 5.6, Sodium 302.2, Carbohydrate 57, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 37.9, Protein 3.9

PEPPERMINT ANGEL FOOD CAKE



Peppermint Angel Food Cake image

A delicious marbled angel food cake with a pretty pink icing. A yummy cake for any holiday table or just anytime.

Provided by Sassy in da South

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

12 egg whites
1 cup sifted confectioners' sugar
1 cup sifted cake flour or 1 cup sifted all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
6 drops red food coloring
2 egg whites
2/3 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons corn syrup
1/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
red food coloring

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • For the Cake: Place the 12 egg whites in a very large mixing bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Sift confectioners' sugar and flour together 3 times.
  • Beat egg whites, cream of tartar, and vanilla with an electric mixer on medium to high speed until soft peaks form (tips curl).
  • Gradually add 1 cup granulated sugar, about 2 tablespoons at a time, beating until stiff peaks form (tips stand straight).
  • Sift about one-fourth of the flour mixture over beaten egg whites; fold in gently. Repeat sifting and folding in the remaining flour mixture three more times, using one-fourth of the flour mixture each time.
  • Divide batter in half.
  • Fold extract and food coloring into one half.
  • Alternately spoon pink and white batters into an ungreased 10-inch tube pan.
  • Gently cut through batter with a knife, swirling gently.
  • Bake cake on the lowest rack in the preheated 350 degree oven for 40 to 45 minutes or until top springs back when lightly touched.
  • Immediately invert the cake in the pan, standing the tube pan on its legs or resting the center tube over a tall-necked bottle. Cool thoroughly.
  • Remove cake from pan.
  • Frost with Pink Peppermint Frosting when cake has cooled thoroughly.
  • Serve at room temperature.
  • Store any leftover cake in refrigerator.
  • For the Pink Peppermint Frosting: Place the 2 egg whites in a bowl.
  • Let stand 30 minutes.
  • In a 2-quart saucepan mix the 2/3 cup granulated sugar, corn syrup, and water. Cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil. Boil gently, without stirring, for 5 minutes.
  • Beat egg whites using an electric mixer at medium to high speed until soft peaks form (tip curl).
  • Slowly add hot syrup to egg whites, pouring in a steady stream, while beating.
  • Continue beating until stiff glossy peaks form (tips stand straight).
  • Beat in 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract and enough red food coloring to tint frosting pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.2, Fat 0.2, Sodium 64.6, Carbohydrate 49.6, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 38.8, Protein 5.1

Top Recipe Recommendations and Techniques for a Flawless Pecan Cake

Key Ingredients and Techniques:
  • Angel Food Cake: Use fresh egg whites, cream of tartar, and superfine sugar to achieve a light and airy texture.
  • Praline Glaze: Combine sugar, corn syrup, butter, and pecans to create a rich and decadent topping.
  • Praline Frosting: Combine confectioners' sugar, butter, cream, and praline to achieve a creamy and flavorful frosting.
  • Baking and Cooling: Bake the cake at the right temperature and allow it to cool completely before frosting.
  • Assembly and Decoration: Layer the cake with praline frosting, top with a pecan praline glaze, and decorate with additional pecans.

Critical Insights and Suggestions:

  • Ingredient Substitutions: If you don't have superfine sugar, grind granulated sugar in a food processer until it resembles a fine powder.
  • Ensuring a Perfectly Baked Cake: Insert a toothpick into the center of the cake; if it comes out clean or with just a few crumbs attached, the cake is done.
  • Preventing Cracks in the Glaze: Brush a thin layer of apricot preserves on top of the cake before pouring the glaze to prevent cracking.
  • Storage and Serving: Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Ensure the frosting hardens before serving.

Conclusion: Indulge in a Culinary Masterpieces

Embrace the art of confectionery excellence with this delectable pecan cake recipe. Follow these tips and techniques to create a cake that captivates taste buds and leaves your guests craving more. Indulge in the symphony of flavors, the harmonious textures, and the visual masterpiece that is this quintessential Southern dessert. Savor every morsel, cherish the culinary experience, and share the joy with loved ones.

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