Lemon Curd-Filled Angel Food Cake

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Lemon Curd-Filled Angel Food Cake
45 min.
12
183kcal

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Indulge in the delightful experience of making a Lemon Curd-Filled Angel Food Cake, a dessert that perfectly balances lightness and flavor. This vegetarian and dairy-free treat is not only a feast for the eyes but also a guilt-free pleasure, with each slice containing just 183 calories. Imagine a fluffy, airy cake that melts in your mouth, complemented by the zesty brightness of lemon curd. It's a dessert that brings a touch of elegance to any occasion, whether it's a summer gathering or a cozy family dinner.

With a preparation time of only 45 minutes, this cake is surprisingly easy to make, even for novice bakers. The process begins with whipping egg whites to create a cloud-like texture, followed by the careful folding of sugar and flour to maintain that airy quality. The addition of lemon juice, vanilla, and a hint of rum elevates the flavor profile, making each bite a burst of citrusy goodness.

Once baked to perfection, the cake is layered with luscious lemon curd, creating a refreshing contrast to the light sponge. Topped with a simple frosting and garnished with fragrant lemon lavender sprigs, this dessert is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this exquisite Lemon Curd-Filled Angel Food Cake, and enjoy a slice of sunshine in every bite!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 teaspoon cream of tartar 
  • 1.8 cups egg whites ( 13 to 15 eggs)
  • 1.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • slices garnishes: lemon lavender sprigs 
  • teaspoons juice of lemon 
  • 0.5 teaspoon rum light
  • 0.3 teaspoon orange extract 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 1.8 cups sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • stand mixer
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 37
  2. Sift together sugar, flour, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Combine lemon juice, vanilla extract, rum, and orange extract.
  4. Beat egg whites and cream of tartar at high speed with a heavy-duty electric stand mixer until stiff peaks form; gently transfer egg white mixture to a large bowl.
  5. Gradually fold in sugar mixture with a large spatula, 1/3 cup at a time, folding just until blended after each addition. Fold in lemon juice mixture.
  6. Spoon batter into an ungreased 10-inch angel food pan with feet.
  7. Bake at 375 for 34 to 38 minutes or until a long wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Invert cake, and let cool in pan 1 hour.
  8. Remove cake from pan to a wire rack, and let cool completely (about 30 minutes).
  9. Cut cake horizontally into 3 equal rounds.
  10. Spread Lemon Curd Filling between layers, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Cover and chill 1 hour.
  11. Spread Cream Cheese Frosting on top and sides of cake.
  12. Garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories183kcal
Protein11.51%
Fat1.43%
Carbs87.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.47
Glycemic Load
28.04
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
3.1495652477378%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.17mg
Hesperetin
0.28mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:183.07kcal
9.15%
Fat:0.29g
0.45%
Saturated Fat:0.02g
0.14%
Carbohydrates:40.16g
13.39%
Net Carbohydrates:39.76g
14.46%
Sugar:29.45g
32.73%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:107.98mg
4.69%
Alcohol:0.13g
100%
Alcohol %:0.2%
100%
Protein:5.31g
10.61%
Selenium:11.97µg
17.11%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.54%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.39%
Folate:27.07µg
6.77%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.05%
Vitamin B3:0.86mg
4.3%
Iron:0.7mg
3.88%
Potassium:106.07mg
3.03%
Phosphorus:20.5mg
2.05%
Magnesium:7.08mg
1.77%
Fiber:0.39g
1.58%
Copper:0.03mg
1.56%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.3%
Source:My Recipes