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Orange Cream Angel Food Cake Recipe

Orange Cream Angel Food Cake Recipe

Sara Collins
If you love light and fresh desserts, you will enjoy this Orange Cream Angel Food Cake Recipe. It is soft, airy and full of citrus flavor. This Orange Cream Angel Food Cake Recipe is perfect for summer days or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cake flour
  • 1½ cups granulated sugar
  • 12 large egg whites room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon orange extract
  • 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
  • ¾ cup fresh orange juice

For the cream topping:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Extra orange zest for garnish

Instructions
  

Preheat the Oven

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Do not grease the angel food cake pan. This helps the batter stick and rise properly for a light texture.

Sift Dry Ingredients

  • In a bowl, sift cake flour and half of the sugar together. This step removes lumps and makes the cake soft and airy.

Beat Egg Whites

  • In a large bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Add cream of tartar and salt. Continue beating until soft peaks form. This gives the cake its fluffy structure.

Add Sugar Slowly

  • Add the remaining sugar slowly while beating. Continue until stiff peaks form. The mixture should look glossy and smooth.

Add Flavor

  • Gently mix in vanilla extract, orange extract, orange zest and orange juice. Fold carefully to keep the batter light and airy.

Combine Flour Mixture

  • Add the flour mixture in small parts. Fold gently using a spatula. Do not overmix or the cake may lose its soft texture.

Bake the Cake

  • Pour the batter into the pan. Smooth the top lightly. Bake for 35–40 minutes until golden and springy to touch. Invert the pan to cool completely.

Prepare the Cream

  • Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. This will be used as a light topping.

Serve the Cake

  • Remove the cooled cake from the pan. Slice carefully. Serve with whipped cream and a little orange zest on top for extra flavor.

Notes

  • Use room temperature egg whites for best results.
  • Do not grease the pan for proper rising.
  • Fold gently to keep the batter airy.
  • Use fresh orange juice for better flavor.
  • Do not open the oven early while baking.
  • Cool the cake upside down to keep its shape.
Keyword Orange Cream Angel Food Cake Recipe