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Classic Angel Food Cupcakes Recipe

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Classic Angel Food Cupcakes are a light and airy treat made from whipped egg whites, cake flour, and sugar, flavored with vanilla. These cupcakes are a perfect low-fat dessert alternative, characterized by their delicate texture and subtle sweetness.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup cake flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar (divided into two portions)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 12 large egg whites (about 1.5 cups, fresh)
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake tin with cupcake liners to prepare for baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the cake flour, 3/4 cup of granulated sugar, and salt until well combined.
  3. Beat Egg Whites: In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites with cream of tartar until they become foamy to help stabilize them.
  4. Add Sugar Slowly: Gradually add the remaining 3/4 cup sugar to the egg whites while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form, ensuring a light and airy meringue.
  5. Fold Dry Mixture: Gently fold the flour mixture and vanilla extract into the beaten egg whites with a spatula, taking care not to deflate the batter.
  6. Fill Cupcake Liners: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
  7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the cupcakes turn lightly golden and are springy to the touch.
  8. Cool: Remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack before serving to ensure proper texture.

Notes

  • Use fresh egg whites at room temperature for best volume and texture.
  • Do not overbeat the egg whites as this can cause them to collapse.
  • Folding the flour mixture carefully helps maintain the lightness of the batter.
  • Ensure cupcakes are completely cool before removing liners to prevent tearing.

Keywords: Angel Food Cupcakes, Light Cupcakes, Low Fat Dessert, Egg White Cupcakes, Classic Cupcakes

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