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Vanilla Gluten-Free Angel Food Cake

Light and Lovely Vanilla Gluten-Free Angel Food Cake Delight

This Vanilla Gluten-Free Angel Food Cake is a light, fluffy dessert perfect for gluten-sensitive friends and family.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Gluten-Free Flour Blend opt for one with a binder like xanthan gum
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch essential for lightness
  • 1 cup White Sugar blend to finer consistency
  • 12 large Egg Whites ensure no yolks mix in
  • 1 tsp Cream of Tartar stabilizes egg whites
  • 1 pinch Salt enhances flavor
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract can substitute with almond extract

Equipment

  • stand mixer or hand mixer
  • blender
  • large mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • angel food cake pan

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), adjusting the racks.
  2. Whisk together the gluten-free flour blend and cornstarch in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Pulse the white sugar in a blender until fine, ensuring not to powder it.
  4. Beat egg whites on medium speed until foamy, then add cream of tartar and salt, whipping until soft peaks form.
  5. Gradually add the prepared sugar to the egg whites, beating until medium peaks form.
  6. Gently fold in the dry ingredients in three additions using a spatula.
  7. Transfer the batter to an ungreased angel food cake pan and bake for 45-47 minutes.
  8. Invert the pan immediately after baking and let the cake cool completely before removing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 18gCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure egg whites are at room temperature and all utensils are grease-free for best results.

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