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Angel food cake
Calories & nutrition facts
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Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 258 kcal —
- Protein 5.9 g 12%
- Carbohydrate 56 g 20%
- Fat 0.8 g 1%
- Saturated fat 0.1 g 1%
- Fibre 1.5 g 5%
- Sodium 749 mg 33%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.1 mg 9%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.49 mg 38%
- Niacin (B3) 0.88 mg 6%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.2 mg 4%
- Vitamin B6 0.03 mg 2%
- Folate (B9) 35 µg 9%
- Vitamin B12 0.06 µg 3%
Minerals
- Calcium 140 mg 11%
- Iron 0.52 mg 3%
- Magnesium 12 mg 3%
- Phosphorus 324 mg 26%
- Potassium 93 mg 2%
- Zinc 0.07 mg 1%
- Copper 0.08 mg 9%
- Manganese 0.09 mg 4%
- Selenium 7.3 µg 13%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 258 | 5.9 g | 56 g | 0.8 g |
| 1 × piece (1/12 of 12 oz cake) | 28 g | 72 | 1.7 g | 16 g | 0.2 g |
| 1 × cake (9" dia x 4") | 340 g | 877 | 20 g | 191 g | 2.7 g |
| 2 × piece (1/12 of 12 oz cake) | 56 g | 144 | 3.3 g | 32 g | 0.4 g |
| ½ × piece (1/12 of 12 oz cake) | 14 g | 36 | 0.8 g | 7.9 g | 0.1 g |
| 3 × piece (1/12 of 12 oz cake) | 84 g | 217 | 5 g | 47 g | 0.7 g |
| 4 × piece (1/12 of 12 oz cake) | 112 g | 289 | 6.6 g | 63 g | 0.9 g |
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Questions about Angel food cake
Why is angel food cake so light and fluffy?
It gets its lift from whipped egg whites rather than butter or egg yolks. Fold sifted flour and sugar into the whites gently, so you keep as much air in the mixture as possible.
How do you stop angel food cake collapsing after baking?
Bake it in a clean, ungreased tube pan so the batter can cling to the sides as it rises. Turn the pan upside down as soon as it comes out of the oven and leave the cake to cool completely before loosening it.
How long should you bake angel food cake, and at what temperature?
Bake it at 175 °C for about 35–40 minutes, until the top is golden and springs back when lightly pressed. Avoid opening the oven early, which can make the delicate cake sink.
How should you store angel food cake?
Once completely cool, keep it in an airtight container at room temperature and eat it within a couple of days. For longer storage, wrap slices well and freeze them; thaw at room temperature before serving.
What goes well with angel food cake?
Its mild, airy crumb pairs well with berries and softly whipped cream, or with sliced peaches and a little lemon zest. Toast slices briefly for a firmer texture, then serve with fruit.
Can you use sponge cake instead of angel food cake?
You can swap sponge cake in layered desserts, but it is richer and less airy. Per 100 g, sponge cake has 290 kcal and 2.7 g fat, compared with 258 kcal and 0.8 g fat in angel food cake.
Can you make angel food cake without a tube pan?
A tube pan is best because its central chimney helps the cake bake evenly and its sides support the batter as it rises. A bundt pan is usually a poor substitute: its ridges make the delicate cake difficult to release.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 172694 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
