Chopped pecans add a deliciously nutty flavor and texture to angel food cake. It's a unique variation from plain angel food.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h10m
Yield 12-16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
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 and vanilla to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, about 2 tablespoons at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form. Gradually fold in flour, about 1/4 cup at a time. Fold in pecans., 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 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. Serve with whipped cream if desired.
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Ofori Hubert
h_ofori23@yahoo.comThis is the best angel food cake I've ever had! It's so moist and flavorful. I'll definitely be making it again.
john precious
p_j38@gmail.comI'm not a big fan of angel food cake, but this recipe was pretty good. It was light and fluffy, and the pecans added a nice flavor.
Mbali Lilly Rose
mbalil25@hotmail.co.ukThis cake was very dry. I'm not sure what I did wrong.
Aaliyah Deverney
deverney_a@gmail.comI had some trouble getting the cake to rise properly. I think I might have overbeaten the egg whites.
Leo Orto
o_l@hotmail.co.ukThis cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. I think next time I'll use less sugar in the glaze.
daquan AFP
daquan89@hotmail.frI've never made an angel food cake before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great. It was light and fluffy, and the pecans added a nice touch of flavor.
Adil hameed
hameed.adil@hotmail.comThis cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. It's my go-to recipe for angel food cake.
dilshad babu
bdilshad@hotmail.comThis cake is beautiful and delicious. It's perfect for a special occasion. I made it for my husband's birthday and he loved it.
Union Mobile
u_mobile91@yahoo.comI love that this cake is not too sweet. It's perfect for a special occasion, but it's also great for everyday snacking. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit.
RH Robin
robin.rh@yahoo.comThis cake is so light and fluffy, it's like eating a cloud. The pecans add a nice crunch and the glaze is the perfect finishing touch. I'm definitely adding this recipe to my favorites.
Charles m Dalton
charles_m@gmail.comI wasn't sure how I felt about the combination of pecans and angel food cake, but I was pleasantly surprised. The cake was very moist and flavorful, and the pecans added a nice touch of sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again.
Kemi AD
adkemi72@aol.comThis was my first time making an angel food cake and it was surprisingly easy. The instructions were clear and concise, and the cake turned out beautifully. It was a big hit with my family and friends.
Carla Acevedo
c-a@aol.comI've made this cake several times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's so light and fluffy, and the pecans add a nice crunch. I love that it's not too sweet, either.
ben oluwasegun
b-oluwasegun68@hotmail.comThis pecan angel food cake was a hit at my last dinner party! Everyone raved about how moist and flavorful it was. I'm definitely making it again for my next special occasion.