In the realm of desserts, few confections can rival the ethereal elegance of an angel food cake. This light, airy cake is characterized by its delicate crumb, towering height, and pristine white color. Its name is a testament to its heavenly texture, said to be worthy of an angel's table. If you're seeking a heavenly treat that is easy to make yet impressive to behold, look no further than the collection of cherry angel food cake recipes presented here. From classic to contemporary, these recipes cater to every taste and skill level, ensuring that everyone can experience the joy of baking and savoring this culinary masterpiece. Whether you prefer a traditional angel food cake adorned with fresh cherries or an innovative version infused with cherry flavor, these recipes offer a delightful array of options to satisfy your sweet cravings. Prepare yourself for a delightful culinary journey as we explore the world of cherry angel food cakes, where each bite promises a taste of heaven.
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CHERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE
The traditional angel food cake with a new twist - cherries!
Provided by Traci Poole
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Cherry Dessert Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Make sure your 10 inch tube pan is clean and dry. Sift flour three times and set aside.
- In a large glass or metal mixing bowl, beat egg whites with salt and cream of tartar until foamy. Gradually add sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Blend in vanilla and almond extract. Fold the flour into the whites until no streaks remain. Pour half of the batter into pan. Sprinkle with half of the cherries. Fill pan with remaining batter and top with remaining cherries.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes. Invert pan and allow to hang until cake cools.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.3 calories, Carbohydrate 32.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 3.2 g, Sodium 82.5 mg, Sugar 21 g
CHERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE
Not only is this cake very light, but it rises nice and high, and it's not too sweet. Pretty dots of maraschino cherry inside make the cake so festive. -Estelle Hardin, Washington, UT
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
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, extracts and salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in 3/4 cup sugar, about 2 tablespoons at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Combine flour and remaining sugar; gradually fold into batter, 1/4 cup at a time. Fold in cherries. , 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 30-35 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched. Immediately invert pan; cool completely, about 1 hour. Run a knife around the sides and center tube of pan. Remove cake to a serving plate. Serve with whipped topping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 108mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.
CHERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE ROLL
This is a light, delicious and beautiful dessert. As you can tell I love Angel food cakes because they have less calories, excluding all the goodies I add to them and they are fresh and light. This will make you say, pretty please with a cherry on top! The picture is from beliefnet, the site i just love!
Provided by Tammy T
Categories Fruit Desserts
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line two 15 1/2"x10 1/2" x 1" jelly roll pans with parshment paper or foil. Make paper or foil ends longer for easier pull out. Prepare cake following package directions. Divide into pans. Spread evenly. Cut through batter with knife or spatula to remove large air bubbles.
- 2. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes or until set. Invert cakes at once onto towels dusted with powdered sugar. Remove parshment paper or foil carefully. Be careful, cake is hot. If using a towel, Start at one end and roll up each cake with towel, jelly roll fashion. **Or if using parshment paper pull out of pan on to a flat surface and roll up in the parshment paper and cool. Cool completely.
- 3. Fold chopped cherries, coconut and cherry juice into one of the 8 oz whipped topping. Unroll cakes. Spread half of filling over each cake to edges. Reroll and place seam side down on serving plate.
- 4. Spread the half of the other tub of whipped topping over each cake or as much as you like and garnish with whole cherries. (sprinkle with mint jelly - optional) Or sprinkle cakes with powder sugar and set whole cherries along sides. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
CHERRY ANGEL FOOD CAKE - HOMEMADE
Make and share this Cherry Angel Food Cake - Homemade recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Duckie067
Categories Dessert
Time 1h10m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Drain cherries thoroughly.
- Add salt, cream of tartar, almond flavoring, and vanilla to egg whites.
- Beat until foamy but not stiff.
- Beat in sugar, 2 tablespoons at a time.
- Sift flour 3 times and fold into mixture.
- Pour a layer in the bottom of an ungreased cake pan.
- Sprinkle in 1/2 cherries.
- Add remaining batter and top with remaining cherries.
- Bake in the oven at 325° for 50 minutes.
- Invert and allow to hang until cake cools and pulls away from sides of pan.
- Use whipped cream as frosting and top with whole cherries.
Tips:
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting. This will help the cake batter come together smoothly.
- Use fresh, ripe cherries for the best flavor. If you can't find fresh cherries, you can use frozen or canned cherries, but be sure to thaw them before using.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can 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 frosting. This will help the frosting set properly.
Conclusion:
Cherry angel food cake is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is light, fluffy, and bursting with cherry flavor. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this cake is a great choice for bakers of all skill levels. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a beginner, you are sure to love this delicious and beautiful cake.
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