ORANGE VANILLA BEAN ANGEL FOOD CAKE

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Orange Vanilla Bean Angel Food Cake image

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     dessert

Time 3h10m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup cake flour
1/4 teaspoon fine salt
2 tablespoons orange zest
1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
12 large egg whites, at room temperature
1 vanilla bean

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Add the sugar to a food processor and blend until the sugar is super fine, about 1 minute. Reserve half (about 3/4 cup) of the sugar and set aside.
  • Add the cake flour, the remaining sugar (about 3/4 cup), and the salt to a medium bowl. Sift into another medium bowl. Sift the mixture back into the original bowl. This helps get rid of any lumps and creates a very fluffy light texture in the cake.
  • In a large bowl, add the orange zest, cream of tartar and egg whites. Slice the vanilla bean in half, scrape the seeds out with a knife, and add the seeds to the bowl with the egg whites. Using a hand mixer, begin to beat the egg white mixture on medium-high speed. While mixing, slowly stream in the remaining sugar. Beat the mixture until it holds medium peaks, this could take up to 10 minutes.
  • Set the mixer aside and sift a light dusting of the flour mixture on top of the egg white mixture. Use a rubber spatula to fold the flour into the egg white mixture, this is done by slicing through the middle of the mixture and folding up and over along the side of the bowl to incorporate the flour. Keep sifting and folding until all the flour mixture has been incorporated.
  • Carefully spoon the mixture into an ungreased 10-inch tube pan. Use a knife to swirl around the pan 2 times to release any unwanted air bubbles. Bake until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean, about 30 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and cool upside down on a cooling rack. Let cool for at least 1 hour before removing the cake from the pan and cooling completely.

Sandra Akochi
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so delicious.


Javeed Rasa
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for birthdays, holidays, and even just because.


Khan samara Adenzai
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves orange-flavored desserts.


Ahzar Baloch
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This cake is a keeper! It's easy to make, delicious, and always a hit with my family and friends.


Hdgjgx Jcbcvh
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Overall, this is a good recipe. The cake is light and fluffy, and the orange and vanilla flavors are a nice combination. However, I think I'll try a different glaze next time.


Victor Guzman
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The cake was a bit too dense for my taste. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Korea Boo
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The cake turned out a bit dry. I think I should have added more liquid to the batter.


xykee
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I had some trouble getting the cake to rise properly. I think I might have overbeaten the egg whites.


Yasir Kamboh
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Tim Box
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I'm not a big fan of orange-flavored desserts, but this cake was surprisingly good. The vanilla flavor really balances out the orange.


Kathleen “Kat” Dianne
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's so delicious!


the kid with a dirt bike LV
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I love the light and fluffy texture of this cake. It's the perfect dessert for a summer party.


Laquinta Galmore
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This cake is absolutely delicious! The orange and vanilla flavors are a perfect combination.


Bk Naeem420
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.


Ibenyenwa oge Cordelia
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This is my new favorite cake recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Sumitra Rishidev
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I made this cake for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


MLepi Bai
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This cake is so light and airy, it's like eating a cloud! The orange and vanilla flavors are perfectly balanced.


Qasimali Virk
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I'm not much of a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great! It was a big hit with my family and friends.


Tj Jt
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This orange vanilla bean angel food cake was a delight to make and even better to eat! The cake was light and fluffy, with a delicate orange flavor and a hint of vanilla. The glaze was the perfect finishing touch, adding a bit of sweetness and shine.