TOFFEE ANGEL FOOD CAKE

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Chopped toffee bits and whipped cream make the sweet flavor and light, moist texture of angel food even more indulgent. For best results, refrigerate the cake for at least an hour before serving. -Collette Gaugler, Fogelsville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h35m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

11 large egg whites
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 cup cake flour
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch salt
1-1/4 cups superfine sugar
WHIPPED CREAM:
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup hot caramel ice cream topping, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 Heath candy bars (1-1/2 ounces each), chopped
Chocolate curls, optional

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes., Meanwhile, place oven rack in the lowest position and remove upper rack if needed. Preheat oven to 325°. Sift confectioners' sugar and cake flour together twice., Add cream of tartar, vanilla and salt to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add superfine sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until soft 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 rack until top crust is golden brown and cracks feel dry, 50-60 minutes. Immediately invert pan; cool completely in pan, about 1-1/2 hours. , Run a knife around sides and center tube of pan. Remove cake to a serving plate. Using a long serrated knife, cut cake horizontally into 3 layers. In a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Gradually add caramel topping and vanilla; beat until soft peaks form., Place 1 cake layer on a serving plate; spread with 1 cup whipped cream mixture. Sprinkle with a third of the chopped candies. Repeat layers. Top with remaining cake layer. Frost top and sides of cake with remaining whipped cream mixture; sprinkle with remaining candy. If desired, sprinkle chocolate curls over top and around bottom of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 117mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Sami kaka
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This recipe is a must-try for any angel food cake lover. The toffee flavor is divine and the cake is so light and fluffy. I can't wait to make it again!


Hannah Major
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best angel food cake he's ever had.


Syed Abubakar
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This cake is a keeper! It's easy to make and always turns out perfectly. I love the toffee flavor and the frosting is to die for.


Hirbod Abbasi
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I was looking for a new angel food cake recipe to try and this one didn't disappoint. The toffee flavor was a nice twist and the cake was so moist and fluffy.


Jose Sainz
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This cake is amazing! The toffee flavor is so unique and delicious. I've made it twice now and it's always a hit.


Danny Venable
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I'm not much of a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out beautifully. It was a big hit with my family and friends.


MD Turikul
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The cake turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect. The toffee flavor was just right and the cake was so light and fluffy.


lady D.f Ekhator
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This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique toffee flavor. It was also surprisingly easy to make. I'll definitely be adding this recipe to my regular rotation.


Sudhan Shrestha
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I've never been a huge fan of angel food cake, but this recipe changed my mind. The toffee flavor was subtle but noticeable, and the cake was so moist and fluffy. I'll definitely be making this again.


L Torres
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This toffee angel food cake was a delight to make and even more delightful to eat! The cake was light and fluffy, with a delicate toffee flavor. The frosting was rich and creamy, with a perfect balance of sweetness and saltiness.