Best 9 Delightful Angel Food Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the heavenly delight of angel food cake, a classic confection that combines simplicity and elegance. This ethereal cake, with its towering height, delicate crumb, and fluffy texture, is a true masterpiece of culinary art. Its name aptly reflects its angelic qualities, evoking images of light, airy, and heavenly goodness. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article presents a collection of delightful angel food cake recipes that cater to various skill levels and preferences. From the classic vanilla angel food cake to unique variations infused with vibrant flavors and textures, there's a recipe here to satisfy every palate. Embark on a culinary adventure and discover the secrets to creating this heavenly treat in your own kitchen.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

ANGEL FOOD DELIGHT



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For a show-stopping ending to the meal, the delicious cake only needs four ingredients. It's so simple to make ahead of time, but it looks like I spent hours fussing.-Beth Stephas, Eagle Grove, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 jar (16 ounces) chocolate fudge sauce
1 prepared angel food cake (8 to 10 ounces)
3/4 cup English toffee bits

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, fold whipped topping into chocolate sauce just until blended. Split cake horizontally into three layers; place one layer on a serving plate. Spread with a fourth of the topping mixture and a fourth of the toffee bits. Repeat layers. Top with remaining cake layer. , Frost the top and sides with remaining topping mixture; sprinkle with remaining toffee bits. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours. Refrigerate leftovers.

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BEST ANGEL FOOD CAKE



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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

1-1/4 cups large egg whites (about 9)
1-1/2 cups sugar, divided
1 cup cake flour
1-1/4 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 teaspoon salt

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

EASY ANGEL FOOD CAKE



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After just one taste, you'll agree this cake is heavenly! I like to make it for special occasions throughout the year.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup cake flour
1-1/2 cups sugar, divided
2 cups egg whites (about 14)
1-1/4 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Sift flour and 1/2 cup sugar together four times; set aside. In a bowl, combine egg whites, cream of tartar, extracts and salt; beat on high until soft peaks form but mixture is still moist and glossy. Add remaining sugar, 1/4 cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Sift flour mixture, a fourth at a time, over the egg white mixture; fold in gently, using about 15 strokes for each addition. Spoon batter into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan (pan will be very full). Bake at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until top crust is golden brown and cracks feel dry. Immediately invert cake in pan to cool completely. Loosen sides of cake from pan and remove.

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DELIGHTFUL ANGEL FOOD CAKE



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"This light, moist cake is my favorite," shares Fayrene De Koker of Auburn, Washington. "It tastes heavenly and is special enough for most any occasion."-Fayrene De Koker, Vancouver, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 cups egg whites (about12 large)
1-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Sift confectioners' sugar and flour 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 granulated 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 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. Cake may be frozen for up to 6 months. Remove cake to a serving plate.,

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ANGEL FOOD DELIGHT



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I found this in a magazine, I believe it was "Quick & Easy" while waiting for an appointment. Unfortunately, I do not remember what they called it so I have just called it Angel Food Delight. It sounded too easy to be true but it was wonderful. The original recipe said to chill for an hour but I found it took longer for the flavors to merge. I liked the adaptability of using different toppings. The recipe called for 2 cans of Pie Filling but I found 1 to be sufficient. However, use your own judgement. While the flavor is rich, it is not a heavy dessert and everyone has loved it.

Provided by Cloudtears

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup powdered sugar
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (softened)
1 (8 ounce) package frozen whipped cream (thawed)
14 ounces angel food cake
2 (14 -16 ounce) cans pie filling (any flavor)

Steps:

  • Blend powdered sugar and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  • Cut Angel Food cake into 1 inch cubes.
  • Fold whipping cream and cake cubes into the cream cheese mixture.
  • Pat the entire mix into a 9x12 pan, cover and refrigerate for several hours.
  • Cut into portions and spoon pie filling on top of each portion.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200.2, Fat 7.6, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 23.8, Sodium 229.6, Carbohydrate 30.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 20.2, Protein 3.6

EASY BUTTERFINGER® CAKE



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Angel food cake, Butterfinger® candy bars and Cool Whip® are the well known favorites in this delightful (and easy) no-bake dessert. Looks great in a trifle bowl. I don't even like Butterfinger® bars and I thoroughly enjoy this stuff!! You can do this in a 9x13-inch pan as well, but the trifle looks so nice!

Provided by NATURALTES

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups confectioners' sugar
½ cup butter, softened
4 egg yolks
1 (16 ounce) package frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 (9 inch) prepared angel food cake, torn into bite-size pieces, divided
4 (2.1 ounce) bars chocolate-covered crispy peanut butter candy (such as Butterfinger®), crushed, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Beat confectioners' sugar, butter, and egg yolks together in a large bowl with an electric mixture until creamy. Fold whipped topping into the mixture.
  • Spread 1/2 the angel food cake pieces on the bottom of a trifle dish. Pour 1/2 the whipped topping mixture in an even layer over the cake pieces. Sprinkle 1/2 the crushed candy bars over the top. Repeat layers with remaining cake, whipped topping mixture, and crushed candy. Cover dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.3 calories, Carbohydrate 45.4 g, Cholesterol 66.5 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 243.5 mg, Sugar 28.7 g

STRAWBERRY ANGEL FOOD DESSERT



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Angel food pieces are topped with sweetened cream cheese, whipped topping and strawberries in glaze in this chilled, layered dessert.

Provided by TABKAT

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Trifle Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (10 inch) angel food cake
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup white sugar
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 quart fresh strawberries, sliced
1 (18 ounce) jar strawberry glaze

Steps:

  • Crumble the cake into a 9x13 inch dish.
  • Beat the cream cheese and sugar in a medium bowl until light and fluffy. Fold in whipped topping. Mash the cake down with your hands and spread the cream cheese mixture over the cake.
  • In a bowl, combine strawberries and glaze until strawberries are evenly coated. Spread over cream cheese layer. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.8 calories, Carbohydrate 36.3 g, Cholesterol 27.4 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 241.8 mg, Sugar 22.6 g

BERRY ANGEL DELIGHT



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From Betty's Soul Food Collection... It's the berries - and the angel food cake - that create this impressive, easy dessert.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup whipping (heavy) cream
2 tablespoons sugar
2 cups Yoplait® Thick & Creamy vanilla yogurt (from three 6-ounce containers)
1 round angel food cake (8 inches in diameter), cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup quartered fresh strawberries
1 cup fresh raspberries

Steps:

  • In chilled medium bowl, beat whipping cream and sugar with electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. Gently stir in yogurt.
  • Place cake pieces in large bowl; gently stir in yogurt mixture. In medium bowl, gently mix berries.
  • Spoon half of the cake mixture into 9-inch springform pan; press firmly in pan with rubber spatula. Top with half of the berries. Repeat with remaining cake mixture; press with spatula. Top with berries. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Run metal spatula carefully along side of dessert to loosen; remove side of pan. Cut dessert into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 55 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 480 mg

CHERRY ANGEL DELIGHT



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These tempting angel food treats fly from start to finish.-Ida Wing, Cape Cod, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 prepared angel food cake (8 to 10 ounces)
1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
1-1/2 cups cold whole milk
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Cut or tear cake into 1/2-in. pieces to measure 8 cups. Place half the cake cubes in a 9-in. square dish. Set aside 1/3 cup of pie filling; spread remaining filling over cake. Top with remaining cake cubes. , Combine the pudding mix, milk and sour cream. Spoon over cake. Cover and chill. To serve, cut into squares and top with reserved cherries.

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Tips:

  • For a light and airy cake, make sure to beat the egg whites until they are stiff peaks.
  • Gently fold the egg whites into the batter, using a spatula. Do not overmix, or the cake will be tough.
  • Bake the cake in a tube pan to allow for even cooking.
  • Let the cake cool completely in the pan before inverting it onto a serving plate.
  • Dust the cake with powdered sugar or top with fresh berries or whipped cream before serving.

Conclusion:

Angel food cake is a classic dessert that is easy to make and loved by many. With its light and airy texture, delicate flavor, and beautiful presentation, it is a perfect choice for any occasion. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a beginner, this recipe will help you create a delicious and impressive angel food cake that will be enjoyed by all.

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