Indulge in the heavenly delight of our exquisite Angel Food Cake, a culinary masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to a realm of pure bliss. This ethereal cake, crafted with precision and passion, embodies the essence of lightness and airiness, with a texture that seems to dissolve like a cloud in your mouth. Its delicate crumb, complemented by a symphony of flavors, makes it the perfect canvas for a variety of toppings and fillings.
Accompanying this delectable cake are two enticing recipes that will elevate your dessert experience to new heights. The first is a vibrant and refreshing Macerated Berries recipe, featuring a medley of plump and juicy berries bathed in a luscious glaze. This vibrant topping adds a burst of color, sweetness, and a hint of tartness that perfectly complements the delicate flavor of the cake.
The second recipe introduces a luscious Mascarpone Filling, a creamy and velvety delight that will leave you craving more. Made with rich mascarpone cheese, this filling strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and tanginess, adding a decadent layer of flavor and texture to the cake.
Whether you choose to savor the cake on its own or adorn it with the macerated berries and mascarpone filling, this Angel Food Cake promises an unforgettable culinary journey.
ANGEL FOOD CAKE WITH MACERATED BERRIES AND MASCARPONE
Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 10m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the berries in a medium bowl and tear in the mint.
- In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the wine, honey and orange juice. Bring just to a simmer, and then pour over the berries. Let the berries macerate for about 2 minutes.
- In a small bowl, add the mascarpone, black pepper and 2 tablespoons of the macerating liquid from the berries. Stir to combine.
- Slice the cake and serve with a spoonful of the berries and a dollop of the mascarpone mixture.
ANGEL FOOD CAKE WITH ESPRESSO MASCARPONE CREAM
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories dessert
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Stir the water and espresso powder in a large bowl to blend. Stir in the mascarpone. Using an electric mixer, beat the cream in another large bowl, while slowly adding powdered sugar, until soft peaks form. Using a large rubber spatula, fold 1/4 of the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture to lighten. Then fold the remaining whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture.
- Cut the angel food cake into 16 (1-inch thick) wedges. Reserve any remaining cake for another use. Brush 1 side of each wedge of cake with the liqueur. Arrange 2 wedges of cake on each plate. Dollop the espresso cream atop each wedge of cake. Dust with the cocoa powder and serve.
BEST ANGEL FOOD CAKE
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
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
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
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
MASCARPONE-FILLED CAKE WITH SHERRIED BERRIES
This light-as-can-be buttermilk cake has an easy sophistication, its Sherry-spiked berries harmonizing with the tangy cream.
Provided by Shelley Wiseman
Categories Cake Milk/Cream Mixer Berry Dairy Fruit Dessert Bake Fourth of July Backyard BBQ Blackberry Blueberry Raspberry Strawberry Fortified Wine Sherry Summer Birthday Shower Party Gourmet Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Make cake:
- Preheat oven to 350°F with rack in middle. Butter a 9-inch round cake pan (2 inches deep). Line bottom with a round of parchment paper, then butter parchment.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Beat together butter and sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer until pale and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Add eggs 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. With mixer at low speed, beat in buttermilk until just combined. Add flour mixture in 3 batches, mixing after each addition until just combined.
- Spread batter in cake pan, smoothing top. Rap pan on counter several times to eliminate air bubbles.
- Bake until golden and a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. Cool in pan on a rack 10 minutes. Run a knife around edge of cake to loosen, then invert onto a plate. Discard paper and reinvert cake onto rack to cool completely.
- Macerate berries:
- Bring Sherry and sugar to a boil in a small heavy saucepan, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Put berries in a bowl and pour hot syrup over them, gently tossing to coat. Let stand 15 minutes.
- Make cream and assemble cake:
- Beat mascarpone and cream with sugar in a large bowl using cleaned beaters until mixture just holds stiff peaks.
- Halve cake horizontally with a long serrated knife. Carefully remove top half and reserve. Put bottom half on a plate, then spread evenly with all of cream and replace top half. Serve with berries.
Tips:
- Make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature before you start baking. This will help the cake batter to come together smoothly.
- Be careful not to overbeat the egg whites. Overbeaten egg whites will make the cake tough.
- Bake the cake in a tube pan to allow for even cooking and a light, fluffy texture.
- Let the cake cool completely before you frost it. This will help the frosting to set properly.
- For the macerated berries, use a variety of berries for a more complex flavor. Use sweet berries for the best flavor.
- The mascarpone cream frosting is a delicious and easy way to top off this cake. Make sure the mascarpone cheese is at room temperature before you start making the frosting.
Conclusion:
This angel food cake with macerated berries and mascarpone cream frosting is a light, fluffy, and delicious cake that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its delicate flavor and beautiful presentation, this cake is sure to impress your guests.
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