Orange Angel Food Cake

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Orange Angel Food Cake
45 min.
5
823kcal

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Indulge in the light and refreshing delight of Orange Angel Food Cake, a perfect dessert for any occasion! This cake is not only a feast for the eyes with its vibrant orange hues, but it also offers a delightful burst of citrus flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. Made with fluffy egg whites and infused with the zesty essence of orange, this cake is a wonderful way to celebrate the sweetness of life.

What makes this recipe even more appealing is that it is both vegetarian and dairy-free, making it a fantastic choice for those with dietary restrictions. In just 45 minutes, you can create a stunning dessert that serves five, with each slice boasting only 823 calories. The combination of orange marmalade and fresh orange sections adds a luscious texture and a refreshing contrast to the airy cake.

Whether you're hosting a gathering, celebrating a special occasion, or simply treating yourself, this Orange Angel Food Cake is sure to impress. Its lightness makes it an ideal end to a hearty meal, and the vibrant flavors will leave your guests asking for seconds. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to whip up this delightful dessert that captures the essence of sunny days and sweet moments!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon cream of tartar 
  • 10  egg whites 
  • 0.8 cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 teaspoon juice of lemon 
  • tablespoons orange liqueur 
  • 18 ounce orange marmalade 
  • 15  orange sections 
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar sifted
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • cup sugar 
  • 1.5 cups sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • 0.5 cup water 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • blender

Directions

  1. Combine first 4 ingredients in a heavy saucepan; cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, 5 minutes.
  2. Dip orange sections, 1 at a time, into syrup, and cool on parchment paper.
  3. Beat egg whites, cream of tartar, and salt at high speed with a mixer until foamy.
  4. Add 1 1/2 cups sugar, 2 tablespoons at a time, beating until stiff peaks form (2 to 4 minutes). Fold in vanilla and flour, 1/4 cup at a time.
  5. Line in a 15- x 10-inch jellyroll pan with parchment paper; spread marmalade over paper.
  6. Pour batter over marmalade.
  7. Bake at 325 for 25 minutes; cool in pan on wire rack.
  8. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Invert onto a baking sheet; peel off paper.
  9. Cut cake with a 2 1/2-inch round cutter; serve with orange sections.

Nutrition Facts

Calories823kcal
Protein4.33%
Fat0.71%
Carbs94.96%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51.54
Glycemic Load
81.72
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
8.1213044597079%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Hesperetin
10.7mg
Naringenin
5.98mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:822.97kcal
41.15%
Fat:0.67g
1.03%
Saturated Fat:0.04g
0.26%
Carbohydrates:201.03g
67.01%
Net Carbohydrates:198.87g
72.31%
Sugar:178.94g
198.82%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:276.69mg
12.03%
Alcohol:1.84g
100%
Alcohol %:0.64%
100%
Protein:9.16g
18.32%
Vitamin C:25.84mg
31.32%
Selenium:19.86µg
28.37%
Vitamin B2:0.42mg
24.7%
Folate:57.7µg
14.42%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.6%
Potassium:330.98mg
9.46%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.68%
Fiber:2.16g
8.64%
Copper:0.17mg
8.31%
Vitamin B3:1.35mg
6.73%
Iron:1.2mg
6.64%
Calcium:63.52mg
6.35%
Magnesium:17.22mg
4.31%
Phosphorus:39.27mg
3.93%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.1%
Vitamin A:151.06IU
3.02%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.72%
Zinc:0.24mg
1.58%
Source:My Recipes