Description
A light and airy cake that’s perfect for celebrations and serves as a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup gluten-free flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 cup egg whites (about 8-10 eggs)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine the gluten-free flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl.
- Whip the egg whites and cream of tartar in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the flour mixture into the whipped egg whites, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
- Add vanilla extract and almond extract, folding until just combined.
- Pour the batter into an ungreased angel food cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for about 35-40 minutes, or until the cake is golden and springs back when touched.
- Invert the pan to cool completely before removing the cake.
- Serve plain or with fresh fruit and whipped cream.
Notes
Use room temperature egg whites for better volume and texture. Avoid greasing the pan for proper rising.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg