CHERRY-SWIRL CHIFFON CAKE
This impressive-looking cake elicits oohs and ahhs whenever it appears on the table. Use peppermint extract in place of cherry extract if you desire.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h30m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in another bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Whisk the egg yolks, water, oil and extract; add to dry ingredients. Beat until well blended. , Add cream of tartar to egg whites; beat on medium speed until stiff peaks form. Fold into batter. Remove a third of the batter to a small bowl; tint pink with red food coloring. Alternately spoon plain and pink batters into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Cut through batter with a knife to swirl. , Bake on the lowest oven rack at 325° for 60-70 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched. Immediately invert pan; cool completely, about 1 hour. , For frosting, in a small heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, egg whites, corn syrup, water and cream of tartar over low heat. With a hand mixer, beat on low speed for 1 minute. Continue beating on low over low heat until frosting reaches 160°, about 8-10 minutes. Pour into the bowl of a heavy-duty stand mixer; add extracts. Beat on high until frosting forms stiff peaks, about 7 minutes., Run a knife around side and center tube of pan. Remove cake to a serving plate. Frost top and sides of cake. Add drops of food coloring to frosting at base of cake; with a spatula, blend color up toward top of cake. Sprinkle with candies if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 357mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.
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Jonathan Li
[email protected]I made this cake for my birthday party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The cake was moist and fluffy, and the cherry swirl was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Chinthaka Saman
[email protected]This cake is amazing! It's so moist and flavorful. The cherry swirl is the perfect touch. I'll definitely be making this cake again.
Joseph Kinyua
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the light and fluffy texture of the cake and the cherry swirl is the perfect addition.
Jude Doran
[email protected]This cake is so good! It's moist, fluffy, and the cherry swirl is the perfect touch of sweetness. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone.
MD RAHMOT ALI
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about making this cake because I'm not a very experienced baker, but it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the cake was delicious. I'll definitely be making this cake again.
Ibinabo Harry
[email protected]This is the best chiffon cake I've ever had! It's so light and fluffy, and the cherry swirl is amazing. I'll definitely be making this cake again and again.
mdtareq mia
[email protected]I made this cake for my family and they all loved it! The cake was moist, fluffy, and the cherry swirl was the perfect touch. I will definitely be making this cake again.
George Walker
[email protected]This cake is absolutely delicious! The chiffon texture is so light and airy, and the cherry swirl adds a perfect touch of sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe.
Sabir Hussain
[email protected]I'm not much of a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out perfectly! It's so moist and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this cake again.
Chamath Marapana
[email protected]This cake was a huge hit at my party! Everyone loved the light and fluffy texture, and the cherry swirl added a delicious burst of flavor. I'll definitely be making this cake again.