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Angel Food Cupcakes

Fluffy Angel Food Cupcakes with Whipped Cream Bliss

These light and airy Angel Food Cupcakes topped with whipped cream are perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 cup Cake Flour spooned and leveled for accuracy
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar adds sweetness and lightness
  • 5 large Egg Whites room temperature
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cream of Tartar stabilizes egg whites
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt enhances flavor
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar helps achieve perfect texture
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract no substitutions recommended
For the Whipped Cream Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream use cold for best results
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract enhances flavor

Equipment

  • Mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Cupcake liners
  • spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line muffin pans with cupcake liners.
  2. Sift together cake flour and powdered sugar twice, then set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whip egg whites until foamy; add cream of tartar and salt, then gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
  4. Fold the sifted dry ingredients into the whipped egg whites gently in four additions.
  5. Distribute the batter evenly to the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
  6. Bake for 17-22 minutes until lightly golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Whip the heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  9. Once cool, frost the cupcakes with whipped cream and top with fresh berries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 70mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

For best results, ensure all equipment is clean and egg whites are at room temperature.

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