Here’s a light and fluffy Chiffon Cake recipe that’s perfect for any occasion!
Chiffon Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 7 large eggs, separated
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil (or canola oil)
- 3/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
Instructions:
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Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Make sure your chiffon cake pan (usually a tube pan) is ungreased. The ungreased sides help the batter rise during baking.
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Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
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Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, vegetable oil, water, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Combine Wet and Dry:
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth. Set the batter aside.
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Whip Egg Whites:
- In a clean bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the egg whites with cream of tartar until stiff peaks form. This will take about 2-3 minutes.
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Fold the Egg Whites:
- Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the batter in batches. Be careful not to deflate the egg whites — you want to keep the batter airy and light.
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Bake:
- Pour the batter into the ungreased tube pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The cake should rise and have a golden-brown top.
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Cool:
- Once done, remove the cake from the oven and immediately invert the pan (turn it upside down). Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan. This helps the cake maintain its height and prevents it from collapsing.
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Remove from Pan:
- Once the cake has cooled, use a knife to gently loosen the edges, and remove it from the pan.
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Serve:
- Slice and enjoy as is, or serve with whipped cream, fruit, or a light glaze.
This chiffon cake is wonderfully light and airy, with a subtle sweetness. Perfect for any celebration or a simple dessert. Let me know if you’d like to customize it with flavors like chocolate, lemon, or orange!