Indulge your sweet cravings with our exquisite Burnt Sugar Chiffon Cake, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes the taste buds with its unique flavor and texture. This delightful cake showcases the perfect balance between a caramelized crust and a fluffy, airy interior, resulting in a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.
Embark on a culinary journey with our comprehensive recipe guide, featuring step-by-step instructions and essential tips to ensure your Burnt Sugar Chiffon Cake turns out perfect every time. Discover the art of creating the signature burnt sugar topping, a technique that elevates this cake to a new level of decadence.
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Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventures, our Burnt Sugar Chiffon Cake recipes are designed to inspire and guide you. With detailed instructions, helpful tips, and a variety of flavor options, you'll be able to create this stunning cake that is sure to impress your family and friends.
BURNT-SUGAR CHIFFON CAKE
This tall, chiffon cake is a favorite when I take it to senior luncheons and church functions. The rich frosting complements every tender slice.-Mrs. LaVaughn Fisher, Kingfisher, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h15m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- In a small heavy skillet, heat sugar until golden brown. Gradually add water; cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. Set aside. Let egg whites stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. , Position oven rack to lowest position. Preheat oven to 325°., In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk egg yolks, oil, water, vanilla and 6 tablespoons reserved syrup. Add to dry ingredients; beat until well blended. In another bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until stiff peaks form; fold into batter., 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 45-50 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched. Immediately invert pan; cool completely, about 1 hour., Run a knife around side and center tube of pan. Remove cake to a serving plate., For frosting, in a small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Stir in flour and salt until smooth; gradually add remaining syrup mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1 minute or until thickened. Transfer to a small bowl; beat in the confectioners' sugar, milk and vanilla. Cool to room temperature., In a large bowl, beat remaining butter until fluffy, about 5 minutes. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar mixture. Spread frosting over top and sides of cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 589 calories, Fat 21g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 503mg sodium, Carbohydrate 96g carbohydrate (71g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.
BURNT SUGAR CHIFFON CAKE
Steps:
- To Make Burnt Sugar Mixture: Melt 1 cup white sugar in a pan till medium brown. Slowly stir in 1/2 cup boiling water.
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees (165 degrees C).
- Sift together into mixing bowl the flour, 1 1/2 cups white sugar, baking powder, and salt. Form a well in the dry ingredients and add the vegetable oil, egg yolks, burnt sugar mixture, cold water and vanilla. Beat with wooden spoon until smooth.
- Beat egg whites and cream of tartar in large bowl until they hold very stiff peaks. Pour egg yolk mixture in a thin stream over egg whites. Fold in gently. Pour batter into an ungreased tube pan.
- Bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 65 to 70 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360.5 calories, Carbohydrate 58.5 g, Cholesterol 119.5 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 354.9 mg, Sugar 41.9 g
Tips:
- For the best results, use a kitchen scale to measure your ingredients. This will ensure that your cake is light and fluffy.
- Make sure your eggs are at room temperature before you start baking. This will help them to emulsify with the butter and sugar more easily.
- Don't overbeat the egg whites. If you overbeat them, they will become dry and brittle, and your cake will be tough.
- Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help to prevent the cake from sinking in the middle.
- Don't open the oven door while the cake is baking. This will cause the cake to fall.
- Let the cake cool completely before you frost it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
Conclusion:
Burnt sugar chiffon cake is a delicious and eye-catching dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its light and fluffy texture, and its rich and caramelized flavor, this cake is sure to be a hit. If you follow the tips in this recipe, you'll be able to make a burnt sugar chiffon cake that is perfect every time.
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