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Angel Food Cupcakes

Light and airy Angel Food Cupcakes that are a delightful addition to any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cake flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 12 large egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • Homemade whipped cream for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  2. Sift together the cake flour and 1/2 cup of sugar in a medium bowl.
  3. Whip the egg whites, cream of tartar, and salt in a large mixing bowl until foamy.
  4. Add the remaining granulated sugar gradually while beating until soft peaks form.
  5. Incorporate the vanilla extract and continue to whip until stiff peaks form.
  6. Fold the flour and sugar mixture gently into the whipped egg whites in three additions.
  7. Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter.
  8. Bake for about 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden.
  9. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form for the topping.
  11. Top the cooled cupcakes with whipped cream.

Notes

Try adding lemon zest or chocolate chips for a twist!

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