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Fluffy Key Lime Angel Food Cake

A light and refreshing cake bursting with zesty lime flavor, perfect for warm sunny days or satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup cake flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 12 large egg whites room temperature for best volume
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • Zest of 2 limes

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, sift together the cake flour, 3/4 cup of granulated sugar, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
  4. Gradually add the remaining sugar until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold in the flour mixture along with vanilla, lime juice, and lime zest until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into an ungreased angel food cake pan and smooth the top.
Baking
  1. Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until golden and springs back when touched.
  2. Invert the pan and let the cake cool completely before removing it.
Serving
  1. Serve with whipped cream and additional lime zest if desired.

Notes

For storage, keep in the fridge for up to a week or in the freezer for up to three months. It can be enjoyed cold, with no need to reheat.