Description
This Light & Fluffy Cloud Cake is a delicate, airy dessert that lives up to its name. Made with whipped egg whites, cake flour, and a hint of vanilla, it’s the ultimate treat when you want something sweet but not heavy. Its soft texture melts in your mouth, and it pairs beautifully with berries, whipped cream, or a drizzle of lemon curd.
Ingredients
6 large egg whites
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup cake flour, sifted
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Do not grease the pan. Use a tube pan or line the bottom of a round pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large clean mixing bowl, beat the egg whites on medium speed until foamy.
3. Add cream of tartar and continue to beat, slowly adding the sugar one tablespoon at a time.
4. Beat until stiff, glossy peaks form.
5. In another bowl, sift together the cake flour and salt.
6. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
7. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg whites in three additions, alternating with the milk mixture. Fold carefully to avoid deflating the batter.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Smooth the top and tap gently to remove large air bubbles.
9. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the top is golden and springs back when touched.
10. Invert the cake in the pan and let it cool completely before removing.
Notes
This cake is best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored airtight for 2 days at room temperature. Avoid greasing the pan to ensure maximum rise. For added flavor, consider adding lemon zest or almond extract.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: light cake, egg white cake, cloud cake, airy dessert