VANILLA BEAN ANGEL FOOD CAKE
Angel food cake is everyone's favorite blank slate for making awesome desserts. Serve it with a simple glaze or pile on fresh fruit, chocolate sauce or nutty sprinkles. -Leah Rekau, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h15m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
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 until top springs back when lightly touched, 45-55 minutes. 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., For glaze, in a small bowl, mix confectioners' sugar, seeds from vanilla bean (or extract if using) and enough milk to reach desired consistency. Spread glaze over cake, allowing some to drip down sides.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 80mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
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Suraiya Aktar
a_suraiya@yahoo.comI'm not a fan of vanilla bean, but I still enjoyed this cake. It was light and fluffy, and the flavor was delicate.
Itz Mee030
mee030_i@hotmail.co.ukThis cake was amazing! It was so light and fluffy, and the vanilla bean flavor was out of this world. I'll definitely be making this again.
warda rashid
wr@hotmail.comThis cake was a bit too dry for my taste. I think I'll try adding some more liquid next time.
Addison Lodder
a-l98@gmail.comI've made this cake several times now, and it's always a success. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfect.
Joseph Musyoka
musyokaj@aol.comThis cake was perfect for my summer party. It was light and refreshing, and the vanilla bean flavor was a nice touch.
Sheila Rosario
sheila@gmail.comI'm not sure what I did wrong, but my cake didn't rise properly. It was still edible, but it wasn't very pretty.
Bernice Jefferson
bernice.jefferson@aol.comThis cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved it. I'll definitely be making it again.
Hyfaa Juratli
h@yahoo.comI'm not a big fan of angel food cake, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so light and fluffy, and the vanilla bean flavor was amazing.
Md Rafik
md@yahoo.comThis cake was delicious! I loved the vanilla bean flavor. It was perfect for a special occasion.
Brody Patton
p-b@hotmail.comThis cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.
Sihab Munna
msihab20@hotmail.frI followed the recipe exactly, but my cake didn't turn out as light and fluffy as I had hoped. It was still tasty, but it wasn't quite what I was looking for.
BD GAMING RIYAD
b56@hotmail.co.ukThis cake was a bit of a challenge to make, but it was worth it in the end. The flavor was amazing, and it was so light and fluffy. I'll definitely be making this again.
DAVID DZUMBUNU
d2@hotmail.comI've made this cake several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so light and airy, and the vanilla bean flavor is just perfect. I love that it's not too sweet, so it's perfect for any occasion.
Wakeel Rahman
rahmanw77@gmail.comThis angel food cake was a delight! The vanilla bean flavor was subtle but present in every bite. The cake was light and fluffy, with a tender crumb. I served it with fresh berries and whipped cream, and it was a hit with my family and friends.