Description
This Strawberry Lemon Angel Food Cake is light, airy, and bursting with fresh citrus and sweet berry flavor. Made with fluffy whipped egg whites, bright lemon zest, and juicy strawberries, this refreshing dessert is perfect for spring gatherings, summer celebrations, or anytime you crave something sweet yet delicate. Its cloud-like texture pairs beautifully with fresh whipped cream and extra strawberries for an elegant and irresistible treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cake flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, divided
- 12 large egg whites, room temperature
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- 1 cup sliced strawberries (for topping)
- 1 cup whipped cream (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Do not grease your 9-inch tube pan.
- Sift together cake flour and 3/4 cup of the sugar. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat egg whites with an electric mixer until foamy.
- Add cream of tartar and salt, then continue beating until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add the remaining 3/4 cup sugar, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
- Gently fold in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Carefully fold in the sifted flour mixture in small batches, being gentle to keep the batter airy.
- Fold in the finely chopped strawberries evenly.
- Spoon batter into the ungreased tube pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is golden and springs back when lightly touched.
- Immediately invert the pan and allow the cake to cool completely upside down.
- Once cooled, run a knife around the edges to release the cake.
- Serve topped with sliced strawberries and whipped cream if desired.
Notes
For best volume, ensure egg whites are completely free of yolk and at room temperature. Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavor. Do not grease the pan, as the batter needs to cling to the sides to rise properly. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days. You can also freeze slices tightly wrapped for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: B
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg