Sunshine Angel Cake
A light and fluffy angel cake with delicate citrus flavor, perfect for celebrations or teatime, enjoyed by those who appreciate airy desserts with subtle sweetness.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Beat cream of tartar, salt, vanilla, and lemon or orange flavoring with egg whites until stiff.
- Slowly beat in 1 cup of sugar into the egg whites.
- Set aside the beaten egg whites.
- Beat egg yolks until quite light in color.
- Slowly beat in the remaining sugar into the egg yolks.
- Blend sifted cake flour alternately with water into the egg yolk mixture.
- Fold the flour and water mixture into the beaten egg white mixture with a large spoon.
- Pour the batter into an ungreased tube pan.
- Bake in the center of the oven at 325°F for 60 minutes.
- Then turn the oven to 350°F and bake for an additional 20 minutes.
- Remove from oven and invert the pan onto a cake rack to cool.
Tips & Substitutions
Ensure your mixing bowls and utensils are completely grease-free to achieve the best volume in your egg whites when beating. If you don't have cream of tartar, you can substitute it with an equal amount of lemon juice or white vinegar. To add a twist, consider incorporating almond extract instead of lemon or orange flavoring.
Serving Suggestions
Serve Sunshine Angel Cake plain or dusted with powdered sugar for a simple presentation. It pairs beautifully with Fresh Peach Cream Pie for a delightful dessert spread. Consider topping with fresh berries or a light whipped cream for added flavor and texture. This cake is also a fantastic base for a trifle.
Storage & Reheating
To store leftovers, wrap the cooled cake in plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container to keep it fresh. It can be kept at room temperature for up to three days. For longer storage, refrigerate it, but be sure to let it come to room temperature before serving for the best texture.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Sunshine Angel Cake contains roughly 394 calories, with 5g protein, 61g carbohydrates, and 1g fat. It is an excellent source of iron (24% of the Daily Value) and vitamin C (24% of the Daily Value), and a good source of dietary fiber and protein. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 885mg per serving (38% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I add fruit or nuts to the batter?
It's best to keep the batter simple to maintain the cake's light texture. However, you can serve it with fresh fruit or nuts on top for added flavor and decoration without compromising the cake itself.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).