CLASSIC ANGEL FOOD CAKE
Plan ahead: Allow at least two days for the elderflower syrup to sit at room temperature before starting the cake.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Lunch Recipes
Yield Serves 10 to 12
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Make the elderflower syrup: In a heavy saucepan, combine water and sugar and bring to a simmer over high heat, stirring occasionally until simple syrup is dissolved. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Remove the elderflower heads from their stems, discarding stems and placing heads in a large heat-safe bowl. Add lemon skin and juice to bowl and pour simple syrup into bowl, stirring to combine.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a towel and allow to sit at room temperature for at least 2 days and up to 4 days. Strain syrup through a cheesecloth-lined sieve and discard solids. Syrup can be stored in an airtight container for several weeks.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. With a fine sieve, sift together flour and 3/4 cups sugar four times.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer on medium speed, beat together egg whites and water until foamy. Add salt, cream of tartar, and vanilla; beat until soft peaks form. Increase speed to medium-high and sprinkle in remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time. Beat until stiff but not dry.
- Transfer to a large bowl. In six additions, sift dry ingredients over meringue, folding in quickly but gently.
- Pour batter into an ungreased 10-inch tube pan with removable bottom. Smooth top with an offset spatula. Run a knife through batter to release air bubbles. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until golden brown and springy to touch.
- Invert pan on its legs or over the neck of a glass bottle and let cool completely, about 1 hour. Carefully run a long offset spatula or knife around the inner and outer perimeter of the pan to release cake. Place on a plate, bottom side up; cover with plastic wrap until ready to use.
- Serve each slice with some elderflower syrup poured around the base and whipped cream and berries on top.
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Parker Vandepoele
[email protected]This angel food cake is a great way to show off your baking skills. It's a beautiful and delicious cake that is sure to impress your guests.
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[email protected]This angel food cake is a classic dessert that is always a hit. It's perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to holidays.
Maribel Batista
[email protected]This angel food cake is a great canvas for creativity. You can dress it up with frosting, fruit, or nuts, or simply serve it plain. It's always delicious.
Polycap Monda
[email protected]I'm always looking for new angel food cake recipes and this one is definitely a keeper. It's easy to make and it always turns out perfect.
Owoyesigyire Dennis
[email protected]This angel food cake is a great way to use up egg whites. I often have leftover egg whites from making other recipes and this is a great way to use them up.
Ravidu Kavinda
[email protected]I love that this angel food cake recipe doesn't require any special equipment. All you need is a mixing bowl, a whisk, and a tube pan.
Sarah Namayanja
[email protected]This angel food cake is a great make-ahead dessert. I often make it the day before a party or gathering and it's always a hit.
Anthony Bradley Joseph
[email protected]I made this angel food cake for my daughter's birthday and she loved it! It was so beautiful and delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Kakuhikire Dondo
[email protected]This angel food cake is so light and fluffy, it's like eating a cloud. I love the delicate flavor and the way it melts in my mouth.
Mujeeb Qureshi
[email protected]I've made this angel food cake recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect cake for any occasion, from birthdays to holidays.
Andries Thabang Koka
[email protected]This angel food cake is a classic for a reason. It's simple to make, yet it's always a showstopper. I love serving it with fresh berries and whipped cream.
Teachers Are Students
[email protected]I love this angel food cake recipe because it's so versatile. You can dress it up with frosting or fruit, or simply serve it plain. It's always delicious.
Jam Mahboob
[email protected]This angel food cake is perfect for summer parties. It's light and refreshing, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Shakil Shipon
[email protected]I made this angel food cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. It's definitely a keeper.
Dr Fernando Gomez pinto
[email protected]This is the best angel food cake recipe I've ever tried. It's so moist and flavorful, and it rises beautifully in the oven. I'll definitely be making this again.
S Williams
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but this angel food cake recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! It was so light and airy, and the flavor was perfect.
Biplob Hasan
[email protected]I've been making this angel food cake recipe for years and it never disappoints. It's always a crowd-pleaser and is perfect for any occasion.
Eddie Tilta
[email protected]This angel food cake recipe is a keeper! It was light, fluffy, and had a delicate flavor. I used a 10-inch tube pan and it baked perfectly. The cake was a hit with my family and friends.