PECAN ANGEL FOOD CAKE

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Chopped pecans add a deliciously nutty flavor and texture to angel food cake. It's a unique variation from plain angel food.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/2 cups egg whites (about 10)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups sugar
1-1/2 cups finely chopped pecans
Whipped cream, optional

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 and vanilla to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, about 2 tablespoons at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form. Gradually fold in flour, about 1/4 cup at a time. Fold in pecans., 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 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. Serve with whipped cream if desired.

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Yousaf Syam
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. This cake is delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.


Isabirye Ashiraf
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover egg whites. I love the way the egg whites make the cake so light and fluffy.


Hasnain Rind
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I made this cake for my family, and they loved it. It's the perfect cake for a family gathering.


AkankeAde Otolorin
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the way the pecans add a touch of crunch.


Joannia Bowens
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I love the way this cake looks. It's so elegant and beautiful. It's the perfect cake for a special occasion.


Amir. Baloch 786 Amir. Baloch 786
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I'm not a big baker, but this cake was so easy to make. I'm so glad I tried it, because it turned out delicious.


Aaron Drayer
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I made this cake for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it, and I got lots of compliments on it.


Talat Iqbal
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover pecans. I love the way the pecans add a sweet and nutty flavor to the cake.


Khansa Abu bakar
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I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a hit. I love that it's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly.


MJC Clark
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This cake is so light and fluffy. It's the perfect cake for a special occasion. I love the way the pecans add a touch of crunch.


Lekgawu Herna
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday, and he loved it. He said it was the best cake he'd ever had. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Alex Morrison
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the combination of the pecans and the angel food cake. It's the perfect cake for a summer picnic.


Ahmad Ahmad ali
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday party, and it was a huge success. All the kids loved it, and the adults did too. It's a great cake for kids' parties.


Hafizjamalahmed Ahmed
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This cake is so easy to make. I love that I don't have to fuss with yeast or kneading. It's the perfect cake for a busy weeknight.


sayed Zishan
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I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it! It's the perfect cake for any occasion, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Bronson Kerton
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This pecan angel food cake is heavenly! The texture is light and fluffy, and the flavor is perfectly balanced. I love the addition of pecans, which give the cake a lovely crunch. I will definitely be making this cake again.