Best 3 Almond Angel Food Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the heavenly goodness of Almond Angel Food Cake, a culinary masterpiece that combines the delicate flavors of almonds with the light and fluffy texture of an angel food cake. This delightful treat is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual spectacle, thanks to its impressive height and elegant appearance. The recipe collection presented in this article offers a variety of options to suit different preferences and skill levels, ensuring that every baker can create this delectable cake with ease. From the classic Almond Angel Food Cake recipe that showcases the pure essence of this timeless dessert to the innovative Chocolate Almond Angel Food Cake that adds a rich and decadent twist, this article has something for everyone. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, let the Almond Angel Food Cake recipes guide you towards creating a masterpiece that will impress your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LOW-FAT CHERRY-ALMOND ANGEL CAKE



Low-Fat Cherry-Almond Angel Cake image

Make a very cherry angel food cake complete with cherry glaze. The hardest part will be deciding who gets a slice with a cherry on top.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box Betty Crocker™ white angel food cake mix
1 1/4 cups cold water
1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract
1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries, well drained
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
2 cups powdered sugar
2 to 2 1/2 tablespoons maraschino cherry juice

Steps:

  • Move oven rack to lowest position (remove other racks). Heat oven to 350°F. In extra-large glass or metal bowl, beat cake mix, cold water and extract with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed 1 minute. Carefully fold in cherries. Pour into ungreased 10-inch angel food (tube) cake pan. (Do not use fluted tube cake pan or 9-inch angel food pan or batter will overflow.)
  • Bake 37 to 47 minutes or until top is dark golden brown and cracks feel very dry and not sticky. Do not underbake. Immediately turn pan upside down onto glass bottle, or rest edges on 2 to 4 cans of equal height until cake is completely cooled, about 2 hours. Run knife around edge of cake; remove from pan.
  • In medium bowl, mix butter, powdered sugar and enough cherry juice for desired spreading consistency. Spread glaze over top of cake, allowing some to drizzle down side. Garnish with whole cherries, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 55 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 280 mg

ANGEL FOOD CAKE I



Angel Food Cake I image

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

ALMOND ANGEL FOOD CAKE



Almond Angel Food Cake image

With creme anglaise & strawberries. Angel food cake was another thing (along with custard and floating islands) that I didn't think could be homemade. Imagine my elation when I found this recipe in Cooking Light. We always had Angel food cake on the 4th of July (along with root beer floats). This is a good recipe - worth getting a special pan for.

Provided by Ppaperdoll

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

8 cups sliced strawberries
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 teaspoon grated orange rind
3/4 cup slivered almonds
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 cup sifted cake flour
1/2 cup powdere sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
10 large egg whites
1 1/4 teaspoons cream of tartar
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract
2/3 cup sugar
8 large egg yolks
3 1/2 cups low-fat milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F.
  • For strawberries, combine berries, 2 Tbsp sugar, 2 Tbsp orange juice and orange rind in a bowl. Chill, covered, in fridge 2 hours.
  • For cake, place almonds and 2 Tbsp sugar in food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Sift together the flour, powdered sugar and salt into a bowl. Tip in almond mixture and stir to combine. Set aside. Beat egg whites in a large bowl at high speed until foamy. Add cream of tartar and beat to soft peak stage. Add 3/4 cup sugar, 1 Tbsp at a time, gradually beating to stiff peaks. Sprinkle flour mixture over egg white mixture, 1/4 cup at a time and fold together. Fold in almond extract. Spoon batter into an ungreased 10-inch tube pan and spread evenly. Bake at 325 degrees F for 1 hour or until cake springs back when lightly pressed with finger.
  • While cake bakes, prepare creme anglaise. Combine 2/3 cup sugar and yolks in large saucepan, stirring with wire whisk til blended. Gradually add milk stirring constantly with whisk. Cook over medium heat until mixture coats back of a spoon (around 8 minutes), stirring constantly. Pour mixture inot a bowl and stir in vanilla. Cover and chill. Mixture will thicken as it cools.
  • Invert cake pan and cool (my mom always balanced it on a glass pop bottle). Loosen cake from sides of pan using a narrow metal spatula. Invert onto serving plate. Serve with strawberries and creme anglaise.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.8, Fat 5.7, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 107.6, Sodium 135.7, Carbohydrate 44, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 34, Protein 7.7

Tips:

- Use superfine almond flour and cake flour for a fine, tender crumb. - Whip the egg whites and cream of tartar until stiff peaks form. This will give the cake its light and airy texture. - Fold the dry ingredients into the egg whites gently. Overmixing can deflate the egg whites and make the cake dense. - Bake the cake in a tube pan to allow for even cooking. - Let the cake cool completely before serving. This will help the cake to set and prevent it from falling.

Conclusion:

Almond angel food cake is a delicious and elegant dessert. It is perfect for any occasion and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its light and airy texture and delicate almond flavor, this cake is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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