Go Back
+ servings
Blueberry Lemon Angel Food Cake

Blueberry Lemon Angel Food Cake for a Light, Sunny Treat

Enjoy a light and refreshing Blueberry Lemon Angel Food Cake, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 43 minutes
Cooling Time 3 hours
Total Time 4 hours 3 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour For gluten-free option, use a gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch Essential for fluffiness.
  • 1 cup Sugar Granulated sugar recommended.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 12 large Egg Whites Room temperature.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cream of Tartar Stabilizes egg whites.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Use fresh lemons.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Omit if preferred.
  • 2 cups Blueberries Fresh is best, toss frozen in flour.
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sift before use for best consistency.
For Garnish
  • 1 slice Lemon Slices Optional.

Equipment

  • 10-inch ungreased tube pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your tools: a 10-inch ungreased tube pan, a mixing bowl, and an electric mixer.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together all-purpose flour and cornstarch five times to aerate. Then sift the sugar and salt mixture into the flour blend two more times.
  3. Beat the room-temperature egg whites in a clean bowl until foamy, about 1-2 minutes. Add cream of tartar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest, then gradually add remaining sugar until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gently fold in the flour mixture in four batches. Toss blueberries in a little flour before folding them into the batter.
  5. Pour the batter into your ungreased tube pan and bake for 40-43 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Invert the pan immediately onto a bottle or a wire rack to cool upside down for about 2-3 hours.
  7. Mix lemon juice with powdered sugar in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside until the cake has cooled completely.
  8. Once cooled, remove the cake from the pan and pour the glaze over the top. Garnish with lemon slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gSodium: 60mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor impact and ensure egg whites are free from yolks for maximum volume. Avoid greasing the pan to allow proper rising.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!