Angel Food Flag Cake

Health score
2%
Angel Food Flag Cake
270 min.
16
166kcal

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Indulge in the delightful taste of summer with our Angel Food Flag Cake, a stunning dessert that’s perfect for any festive occasion! This light and airy cake, made from a simple box mix, is transformed into a show-stopping centerpiece that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. With its vibrant layers of fresh raspberries and blueberries, this cake not only looks beautiful but also bursts with flavor.

Imagine slicing into a fluffy angel food cake, revealing layers of luscious raspberry filling that perfectly complement the cake's delicate texture. Topped with a generous dollop of Cool Whip and a sprinkle of blueberries, this dessert is as refreshing as it is delicious. Whether you're celebrating the Fourth of July, hosting a summer barbecue, or simply looking for a sweet treat to enjoy with family and friends, this cake is sure to be a hit.

With a preparation time of just 270 minutes, you can easily make this cake ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully in the refrigerator. The combination of sweet and tart berries, along with the lightness of the angel food cake, creates a dessert that feels indulgent without being overly heavy. So gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dessert that will not only satisfy your cravings but also bring a touch of elegance to your table!

Ingredients

  • 16 oz angel food cake mix 
  • 1.3 cups water 
  • cups raspberries fresh unsweetened thawed drained ( and )
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • tablespoons raspberry jam red seedless melted
  • ounces cool whip frozen thawed (3 cups)
  • cups blueberries fresh thawed drained ( and )

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • plastic wrap
  • loaf pan
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Move oven rack to middle position.
  2. Heat oven to 350°F.
  3. Beat cake mix and 1 1/4 cups cold water in extra-large glass or metal bowl with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds; beat on medium speed 1 minute.
  4. Pour into 2 ungreased loaf pans, 9x5x3 inches, or 3 ungreased loaf pans, 8 1/2x4 1/2x2 1/2 inches.
  5. Bake 9-inch pans 35 to 45 minutes, 8 1/2-inch pans 28 to 38 minutes, or until top is dark golden brown and cracks feel very dry and not sticky. Do not underbake. Immediately turn each pan on its side on heatproof surface and let rest until completely cool. Run knife around edges; remove from pans.
  6. Line each same loaf pan with plastic wrap, allowing wrap to extend over edges.
  7. Place raspberries, sugar and jam in food processor; cover and process, using 3 quick on-and-off motions, until coarsely chopped.
  8. Cut each loaf cake horizontally into 4 slices, using serrated or electric knife.
  9. Place 1 slice in bottom of each pan; spread 3 tablespoons of the raspberry mixture over each. Top with another slice cake. Repeat with remaining raspberry mixture and cake slices. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours until chilled.
  10. To remove loaves easily from pans, place serving plate upside down on top of pan; turn pan upside down onto plate.
  11. Remove pan and plastic wrap.
  12. Cut each loaf crosswise into 8 slices, using serrated or electric knife.
  13. Serve with whipped topping and blueberries.

Nutrition Facts

Calories166kcal
Protein6.18%
Fat5.24%
Carbs88.58%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.94
Glycemic Load
4.18
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.4608695532965%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
11.86mg
Petunidin
5.9mg
Delphinidin
6.85mg
Malvidin
12.53mg
Pelargonidin
0.22mg
Peonidin
3.78mg
Catechin
1.27mg
Epigallocatechin
0.23mg
Epicatechin
0.91mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.12mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.32mg
Myricetin
0.24mg
Quercetin
1.66mg
Gallocatechin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:166.21kcal
8.31%
Fat:1g
1.54%
Saturated Fat:0.43g
2.71%
Carbohydrates:38.15g
12.72%
Net Carbohydrates:36g
13.09%
Sugar:26.56g
29.51%
Cholesterol:2.27mg
0.76%
Sodium:245.86mg
10.69%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.66g
5.32%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.74%
Phosphorus:114.63mg
11.46%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.76%
Vitamin C:8.02mg
9.72%
Fiber:2.15g
8.58%
Calcium:66.78mg
6.68%
Selenium:4.15µg
5.93%
Folate:20.56µg
5.14%
Vitamin K:5.4µg
5.14%
Vitamin B12:0.22µg
3.73%
Copper:0.07mg
3.36%
Magnesium:10.66mg
2.66%
Potassium:92.26mg
2.64%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.37%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.14%
Vitamin E:0.32mg
2.12%
Vitamin B5:0.17mg
1.73%
Iron:0.31mg
1.71%
Vitamin B3:0.34mg
1.7%
Zinc:0.22mg
1.45%