Best 12 Chocolate Angel Food Cake With Chocolate Glaze Recipes

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Indulge in the heavenly delight of our Chocolate Angel Food Cake with Chocolate Glaze, a culinary masterpiece that elevates the classic angel food cake to a new level of decadence. With its airy, light-as-a-cloud texture and rich chocolate flavor, this cake is a symphony of sweet and fluffy perfection. The finishing touch is a luscious chocolate glaze that cascades over the cake, creating a glossy, irresistible finish. But that's not all - this article also unveils a collection of equally enticing recipes to satisfy every sweet tooth. Prepare to embark on a journey of culinary bliss as we explore the wonders of Chocolate Ganache Cupcakes, Chocolate Bundt Cake, Chocolate Chip Cookies, and Chocolate Mousse.

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CHOCOLATE ANGEL FOOD CAKE WITH DOUBLE-CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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Four types of chocolate are called for in this decadent dessert: cocoa powder for the cake batter, bittersweet chocolate and milk chocolate for the frosting, and semisweet chocolate for the garnish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Yield Makes one 9 1/2-inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup plus 2 tablespoons cake flour (not self-rising), sifted
1/4 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
1 teaspoons instant espresso powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
12 large egg whites, room temperature
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 3/4 cups sugar
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
6 ounces milk chocolate, chopped
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened but still cool, cut into 1-inch pieces
Semisweet chocolate shavings, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Cake: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Whisk together cake flour, cocoa, espresso powder, and salt.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat egg whites on medium speed until frothy. Add cream of tartar and increase speed to high. Continue beating while gradually adding sugar until stiff peaks form, 3 to 4 minutes. Beat in vanilla. Remove bowl from mixer. Add half the flour mixture and gently fold in until streaky, then add remaining flour mixture and fold in until well incorporated (do not overmix, as this will deflate the meringue, creating a dense cake).
  • Gently spoon batter into an ungreased 9 1/2-inch tube pan with removable bottom; smooth top. Run a knife or small spatula through batter to release air bubbles. Bake until a tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 40 minutes. Invert pan; let cake cool completely in pan. Run a knife around the inner and outer perimeter of the pan to loosen. Use knife to release cake from bottom of pan and remove.
  • Frosting: Place both chocolates in the bowl of a stand mixer; set aside. In a small saucepan, bring cream and corn syrup to a boil. Pour over chocolate; let stand 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Whisk, starting in center and working outward, until chocolate is smooth. Let cool at room temperature, whisking occasionally, about 30 minutes.
  • Attach bowl to stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment and beat on medium speed, gradually adding butter, until frosting is smooth and silky.
  • Using a serrated knife, split cake in half horizontally. Place bottom layer on a cake plate. Measure 2 cups frosting and spread evenly with an offset spatula. Top with second layer. Use remaining frosting to cover cake completely, using spatula to create a smooth finish or create swirls. Garnish with chocolate shavings, if desired. Serve immediately.

CHOCOLATE ANGEL FOOD CAKE I



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This is a very moist and light angel food. A family favorite at my house.

Provided by Jane Hilton

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Chocolate Cake Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups egg whites
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ¼ teaspoons cream of tartar
1 ¼ cups white sugar
1 ¼ cups confectioners' sugar
1 ¼ cups cake flour
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ¼ teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix confectioners' sugar, cake flour, and cocoa. Sift together 2 times, and set aside.
  • In a clean large bowl, whip egg whites, salt, and cream of tartar with an electric mixer on high speed until very stiff. Fold in white sugar 2 tablespoons at a time while continuing to mix. Fold in flour mixture, a little at a time, until fully incorporated. Stir in vanilla. Pour into a 10 inch tube pan.
  • Bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for approximately 1 hour, or until cake springs back when touched.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Carbohydrate 39.8 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 100 mg, Sugar 28.7 g

GLAZED CHOCOLATE ANGEL FOOD CAKE



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A drizzling of rich chocolate glaze lends an elegant touch and will keep guests wanting more. With only 3g of fat per slice, this is one treat you'll want to see year after year! -Mary Relyea, Canastota, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups egg whites (about 10 large)
1 cup cake flour
2 cups sugar, divided
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
GLAZE:
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
3 tablespoons half-and-half cream

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes., Preheat oven to 350°. Sift flour, 1 cup sugar and cocoa together twice., Add cream of tartar, vanilla and salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining sugar, 2 tablespoons at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until stiff glossy peaks form. Gradually fold in flour mixture, about 1/2 cup at a time., Gently transfer 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 and cracks feel dry, 40-50 minutes. Immediately invert pan; cool completely in pan, about 1 hour., Run a knife around sides and center tube of pan. Remove cake to a serving plate. For glaze, in a microwave, melt chocolate chips with cream; stir until smooth. Drizzle over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 102mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CHOCOLATE ANGEL FOOD CAKE WITH CHOCOLATE GLAZE



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Easier than you might think with heavenly results. You can halve this recipe and make an elegant dessert by baking in a Wilton 7 1/2" heart angel food pan. Just right for a romantic dinner. Fill the center hole with beautiful fresh fruit or even flowers. This recipe originally came from chef Brad Ogden in San Francisco.

Provided by sugarpea

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 10inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups superfine sugar (if not available or you just want to make your own, put granulated sugar into blender and whirl unti)
3/4 cup cake flour
1/4 cup dutch process cocoa
2 cups egg whites (about 16 large)
1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chips or small pieces
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Place rack in center of oven and 15 minutes before baking, preheat to 375°.
  • Divide sugar in half.
  • Sift one half 3 times.
  • Set aside.
  • Sift the other half of sugar with the flour and cocoa 3 times.
  • Set aside.
  • Put egg whites in 4 quart grease-free bowl and beat on low speed with electric mixer until foamy.
  • Add cream of tartar, vanilla and salt and increase speed to medium.
  • Add the 3/4 cup sugar, one T at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Continue beating on medium until whites have increased their volume fivefold and hold their shape but are still shiny and moist.
  • Gently and thoroughly fold in flour mixture, by thirds.
  • Pour into ungreased 10" tube pan.
  • Smooth the surface and cut through batter 5 or 6 times with a rubber spatula to break large air pockets.
  • Bake 30-35 minutes until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Invert over a narrow-necked bottle and allow to cool.
  • When completely cooled use a knife to loosen it from the side of the pan and turn out on wire rack.
  • Drizzle Chocolate Glaze over top and allow to run down sides of cake.
  • Chocolate Glaze: Combine chocolate, butter and water in bowl and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, stirring once a minute until smooth.

CHOCOLATE ANGEL FOOD CAKE WITH STRAWBERRIES



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"When it's really hot, I like a lighter dessert. The chocolate makes it still feel decadent."

Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     dessert

Time 2h

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup sifted cake flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
12 large egg whites, at room temperature
Pinch of salt
1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
3/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
For the strawberries:
3 cups strawberries, sliced
2 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • Make the cake: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. On a sheet of waxed paper, sift the cake flour with 3/4 cup of the sugar and the cocoa 4 times.
  • Using an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat the egg whites along with a pinch of salt until foamy, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle the cream of tartar over the egg whites and continue to beat until they hold a soft peak, about 5 minutes. Beating continuously, add the vanilla and gradually stream in the remaining 3/4 cup sugar, about 2 tablespoons at a time, until the egg whites are thick, glossy and stiff.
  • Remove the bowl from the mixer, and using a spatula, gradually fold in the flour mixture, about 1/4 cup at a time, until there are no more pockets of dry ingredients. Spoon the batter into an ungreased 9-inch tube pan. Bake until the cake springs back when pressed with your finger, about 30 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven, invert, and allow the cake to cool on a rack 1 hour before loosening the cake from the pan with a knife and unmolding.
  • Meanwhile, make the strawberries: Sprinkle the sliced strawberries with the sugar. Stir to coat and let stand about 30 minutes to allow the juices to develop. Top each cake slice with strawberries and their juices before serving.

CHOCOLATE ANGEL FOOD CAKE RECIPE



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This soft, fluffy chocolate angel food cake is made with no added fat. Finish with our fluffy chocolate frosting or dust with confectioners' sugar.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Dessert     Cake

Time 3h42m

Number Of Ingredients 16

For the Cake:
1 1/2 cups egg whites, about 10 to 12 large eggs
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, divided
1 cup cake flour
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa, natural or Dutch-process
1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Optional Frosting:
2/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips
2/3 cup milk chocolate chips
2/3 cup heavy cream
Dash fine salt
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup butter, cut into pieces, room temperature
1 to 2 ounces shaved semisweet chocolate, optional, for garnish

Steps:

  • Gather the cake ingredients.
  • Place the egg whites in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Alternatively, use an electric hand mixer. Let stand for about 30 minutes to bring to room temperature.
  • Meanwhile, sift 1 cup of granulated sugar, cake flour, and cocoa into a medium bowl. Sift again and set aside (reserve the sifter, you will use it again). Position a rack in the center of the oven and heat to 350 F.
  • With the mixer on medium speed, beat the egg whites until frothy.
  • Add the cream of tartar and beat on high speed, gradually adding the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar. Continue beating for 3 to 5 minutes, until stiff peaks form. Beat in 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
  • Sift half of the flour-cocoa mixture over the beaten egg whites and gently fold it in with a spatula until blended but still streaky.
  • Sift the remaining flour-cocoa mixture over the egg whites and continue folding until well combined.
  • Spoon the batter into a two-piece 9.5-inch tube pan. Run a butter knife or spatula through the batter to release any air bubbles.
  • Bake the cake for about 38 to 42 minutes, or until a wooden skewer or cake tester inserted into the cake comes out clean.
  • Invert the pan and cool the cake completely.
  • Slide a knife or spatula around the pan and center tube to loosen the cake. Grasp the center tube to remove the cake from the outer pan; use a knife or spatula to release the cake from the bottom of the pan.
  • Place the cake on a cake plate or cake stand and dust with confectioners' sugar, or frost with the optional fluffy chocolate frosting. If desired, garnish with shaved chocolate. Make the Optional Frosting
  • Gather the frosting ingredients.
  • Put the semisweet and milk chocolate chips in a heat-safe bowl; set aside.
  • Pour the cream into a small saucepan and cook over medium heat until steaming hot. Do not let the cream boil.
  • Pour the cream over the chocolate chips and let stand for 5 minutes. Stir until melted. If there are still lumps of chocolate, place the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water and stir until smooth. Alternatively, microwave on low in short bursts, stirring frequently, until the mixture is smooth.
  • Let the chocolate mixture stand, stirring every 15 minutes, until cooled to room temperature, about 70 F to 75 F. Cooling will take about 1 to 2 hours.
  • Add a pinch of salt, the vanilla, and 2 to 3 pieces of butter to the chocolate mixture. Beat with an electric mixer with whisk attachment on low speed, adding the butter a few pieces at a time until smooth and well combined. Alternatively, use a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment.
  • Increase the speed to high and beat for about 4 to 5 minutes, scraping down the bowl as needed.
  • Frost the cake, garnish with the shaved chocolate, if desired, and served.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 139 mg, Sugar 25 g, Fat 0 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

BLACK AND WHITE ANGEL FOOD CAKE



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 2h15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups sifted superfine sugar (about 1 pound)
1 1/3 cups sifted cake flour (not self-rising)
1 1/2 cups egg whites at room temperature (10 to 12 eggs)
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup coarsely grated semisweet chocolate
1/2 pound semisweet chocolate chips
3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Combine 1/2 cup of the sugar with the flour and sift them together 4 times. Set aside.
  • Place the egg whites, salt, and cream of tartar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment and beat on high speed until the eggs form medium-firm peaks, about 1 minute. With the mixer on medium speed, add the remaining 1 1/2 cups of sugar by sprinkling it over the beaten egg whites. Beat on high speed for a few minutes until thick and shiny. Add the vanilla and continue to whisk until very thick, about 1 more minute. Scrape the beaten egg whites into a large bowl. Sift 1/4 of the flour mixture over the egg whites and fold it very carefully into the batter with a rubber spatula. Continue adding the flour in 3 equal additions, sifting and folding until it's all incorporated. Fold in the grated chocolate.
  • Pour the batter into an ungreased 10-inch tube pan, smooth the top, and bake it for 35 to 45 minutes, until it springs back to the touch. Remove the cake from the oven and invert the pan on a cooling rack. When cool, run a thin, flexible knife around the cake to remove it from the pan.
  • For the chocolate glaze, place the chocolate chips and the heavy cream in a heat-proof bowl over a pan of simmering water and stir until the chocolate melts. Pour the chocolate over the top of the cooled cake to cover the top completely and allow it to drizzle down the sides. If you have chocolate glaze left over, you can serve it on the side with the cake.

CHOCOLATE GLAZED ANGEL FOOD CAKE



Chocolate Glazed Angel Food Cake image

Make and share this Chocolate Glazed Angel Food Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by sage105

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups sifted superfine sugar (about 1 pound)
1 1/3 cups sifted cake flour (not self-rising)
1 1/2 cups egg whites, at room temperature (10 to 12 eggs)
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup coarsely grated semisweet chocolate
1/2 lb semi-sweet chocolate chips
3/4 cup heavy cream, plus
1 tablespoon heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Combine 1/2 cup of the sugar with the flour and sift them together 4 times. Set aside.
  • Place the egg whites, salt, and cream of tartar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment and beat on high speed until the eggs form medium-firm peaks, about 1 minute. With the mixer on medium speed, add the remaining 1 1/2 cups of sugar by sprinkling it over the beaten egg whites. Beat on high speed for a few minutes until thick and shiny. Add the vanilla and continue to whisk until very thick, about 1 more minute. Scrape the beaten egg whites into a large bowl. Sift 1/4 of the flour mixture over the egg whites and fold it very carefully into the batter with a rubber spatula. Continue adding the flour in 3 equal additions, sifting and folding until it's all incorporated. Fold in the grated chocolate.
  • Pour the batter into an ungreased 10-inch tube pan, smooth the top, and bake it for 35 to 45 minutes, until it springs back to the touch. Remove the cake from the oven and invert the pan on a cooling rack. When cool, run a thin, flexible knife around the cake to remove it from the pan.
  • For the chocolate glaze, place the chocolate chips and the heavy cream in a heat-proof bowl over a pan of simmering water and stir until the chocolate melts. Pour the chocolate over the top of the cooled cake to cover the top completely and allow it to drizzle down the sides. If you have chocolate glaze left over, you can serve it on the side with the cake.

CONTEST-WINNING CHOCOLATE ANGEL FOOD CAKE



Contest-Winning Chocolate Angel Food Cake image

When I take this different kind of angel food cake to church bake sales, it goes before I can get it on the table! I've always enjoyed cooking, especially baking. My other hobbies are embroidery, counted cross-stitch and taking care of my flowers and garden (I love to can). My husband and I are retired to our farm home; we have three sons, all grown, and four grandchildren.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 cups egg whites (about 10 large)
3/4 cup cake flour
1-1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1-1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
CHOCOLATE FLUFF FROSTING:
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup sifted confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup baking cocoa
Dash salt

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Sift the flour, 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar and cocoa three times. Set aside. , Add cream of tartar, vanilla and salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, about 2 tablespoons at a time, beating on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Gradually fold in flour mixture, about 1/2 cup at a time. Mixture will be thick. , Gently spoon into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Cut through the batter with a knife to remove air pockets. Bake on the lowest oven rack at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until lightly browned and entire top appears dry. 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 large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add the sugar, cocoa and salt; beat until stiff peaks form. Frost top and sides of cake.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 127mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CHOCOLATE ANGEL CAKE



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When I was married in 1944, I could barely boil water. My dear mother-in-law taught me her specialty-making the lightest angel food cakes ever. This chocolate version is an easy, impressive treat. -Joyce Shiffler, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-1/2 cups egg whites (about 10)
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup cake flour
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1-1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup sugar
FROSTING:
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chocolate leaves, optional

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Sift together confectioners' sugar, flour and cocoa three times; set aside. , Add cream of tartar and salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, about 2 tablespoons at a time, beating on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Gradually fold in flour mixture, about 1/2 cup at a time., 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 375° for 35-40 minutes or until lightly browned and entire top appears dry. Immediately invert pan; cool completely, about 1 hour. , Run a knife around side and center tube of pan. Remove cake to a serving plate. , In a large bowl, combine the first five frosting ingredients; cover and chill for 1 hour. Beat until stiff peaks form. , Spread over the top and sides of cake. Store in the refrigerator. Garnish with chocolate leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 194mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CHOCOLATE ANGEL FOOD CAKE WITH CHOCOLATE ICING



Chocolate Angel Food Cake with Chocolate Icing image

This eye-appealing cake brings mild chocolate flavor and a touch of elegance to any meal. And there's only 1 g of fat per serving! Rebecca Baird - Salt Lake City, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

12 egg whites
1 cup cake flour
1/3 cup baking cocoa
3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
1-2/3 cups sugar
ICING:
1-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/3 cup baking cocoa
1/3 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 tablespoon fat-free milk
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Sift flour and cocoa together twice; set aside., Add the cream of tartar, extracts and salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, about 2 tablespoons at a time, beating on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. 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 on the lowest oven rack at 350° for 30-40 minutes or until lightly browned and entire top appears dry. 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 icing, in a small bowl, beat the confectioners' sugar, cocoa, sour cream, milk and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over cake. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 64mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CHOCOLATE CHIP ANGEL FOOD CAKE WITH CHOCOLATE GANACHE



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This light, fluffy angel-food cake is low in both fat and cholesterol. Grate the chocolate onto parchment paper to easily collect the fine gratings.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes one 10-inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk
1 1/2 cups chopped bittersweet chocolate, (about 5 ounces)
1 1/4 cups cake flour, (not self-rising)
1 1/2 cups superfine sugar
14 large egg whites, room temperature
1 1/4 teaspoons cream of tartar
1/2 cup grated bittersweet chocolate, (about 1 1/2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Sift flour into a mixing bowl, then resift flour with 3/4 cup sugar.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat egg whites on medium speed until frothy. Add cream of tartar; beat until whites have tripled in size, about 3 minutes. Slowly add remaining 3/4 cup sugar; beat until firm and glossy, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Transfer egg whites to a large metal mixing bowl. Gently fold in flour mixture in three additions, mixing from bottom of bowl (try to use fewest strokes possible). Fold in grated chocolate, and mix. Pour batter into a 10-inch nonstick angel-food-cake pan, and run a knife through center of the batter to release any air bubbles. Bake until top becomes golden brown, 40 to 45 minutes.
  • Invert the pan over the neck of a bottle, and cool about 1 hour. Loosen the cake from the pan with a flexible knife, and turn the cake over onto a cake stand.
  • Make ganache: Heat buttermilk over medium heat; add chopped chocolate, and stir slowly until melted. Since buttermilk will curdle slightly, strain mixture through a very fine sieve, and stir slowly until smooth. Spread ganache over top of cooled angel-food cake, and allow to harden slightly before serving.

Tips:

  • Ensure Ingredients Are at Room Temperature: Before starting, ensure that all ingredients like butter, eggs, and milk are at room temperature. This helps them combine smoothly and evenly, resulting in a better batter.
  • Use Quality Chocolate: Opt for high-quality semisweet or bittersweet chocolate for the best flavor. Good chocolate will elevate the taste of the cake and glaze.
  • Don't Overmix: Overmixing the batter can result in a dense, tough cake. Mix only until the ingredients are well combined; overmixing develops the gluten in the flour, leading to a less tender texture.
  • Bake the Cake Properly: Preheat the oven to the correct temperature and bake the cake for the specified time. Underbaking can result in a gooey center, while overbaking can dry out the cake.
  • Let the Cake Cool Completely: Before glazing, allow the cake to cool completely. This helps the glaze set properly and prevents it from becoming runny.
  • Make the Glaze Ahead of Time: Prepare the chocolate glaze while the cake cools. This gives it time to thicken slightly, making it easier to spread.

Conclusion:

This chocolate angel food cake with chocolate glaze is a delightful dessert that combines a light and fluffy cake with a rich and decadent glaze. By following the tips mentioned above, you'll be able to create a stunning and delicious cake that will impress your friends and family. With its irresistible combination of flavors and textures, this cake is perfect for special occasions or as a sweet treat anytime.

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