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Fluffy key lime angel food cake with citrus glaze drizzled over golden peaks, fresh lime zest garnish

Key Lime Angel Food Cake

A light and fluffy angel food cake infused with zesty key lime flavor, perfect for summer desserts.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cake flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar divided
  • 12 large egg whites room temperature
  • 1 tsp cream of tartar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp key lime zest
  • 1/4 cup key lime juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Sift together the cake flour and 3/4 cup of sugar in a bowl. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg whites, cream of tartar, and salt until soft peaks form.
  4. Gradually add the remaining 3/4 cup of sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.
  5. Fold in the key lime zest, key lime juice, and vanilla extract gently.
  6. Gradually fold the flour mixture into the egg white mixture until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into an ungreased angel food cake pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 40 minutes or until the cake springs back when lightly touched. Invert the pan to cool completely before removing the cake.

Notes

Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For a tangier flavor, add an extra tablespoon of key lime juice.