Angel Food Cupcakes: The Best Light and Fluffy Treats at Home
Indulge in the lightest and fluffiest cupcakes that are perfect for any occasion. These Angel Food Cupcakes are easy to make and will satisfy your sweet tooth!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 38 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cake flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 12 egg whites
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a mixing bowl, sift together the cake flour and half of the sugar.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until frothy, then add cream of tartar and salt. Continue beating until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add the remaining sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold in the flour mixture along with the extracts.
- Fill the cupcake liners with the batter and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until lightly golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for the best results.
- Do not grease the cupcake liners for optimal rise.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg