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    Easy Angel Food Cake with Dairy-Free Custard, Blueberry Sauce or Vanilla Glaze

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    By Alisa Fleming on June 23, 2019 Alisa's Favorite Dairy-Free Recipes, Dairy Free Desserts, Dairy-Free Recipes, Sauces

    A week or so ago, I shared an updated recipe for Biscuit-Style Strawberry Shortcake. But when I was growing up, we always made Strawberry Shortcake with Angel Food Cake. This might surprise you, but the standard, easy angel food cake recipe is naturally dairy-free. It uses loads of egg whites for all moisture, so no milk, sour cream, butter, or heavy cream is required! (If you confuse eggs with dairy, you’re not alone. See this post: Are Eggs Dairy?)

    As a result, angel food cake is virtually fat free, and it’s incredibly versatile. It’s perfect for all types of gatherings, including the 4th of July, birthdays, picnics, and barbecues. So today giving this post a big update with a few new ideas. (I originally posted it back in 2013.)

    Easy Angel Food Cake Recipe with Dairy-Free Custard, Blueberry Sauce or Vanilla Glaze. Naturally dairy-free, nut-free, and soy-free - classic dessert recipe.

    Easy Angel Food Cake with Dairy-Free Custard, Blueberry Sauce or Vanilla Glaze

    I have to admit, I was terrified the first time I entertained the idea of baking angel food cake in my own kitchen. So many egg whites, whipping to stiff peaks – was it a soufflé disaster waiting to happen? Fortunately, dairy-free angel food cake is not only easy to bake, but it’s pretty much foolproof – trust me. This is the recipe that I’ve been working from for years, and I’ve never had a bad turnout. Below are the different dairy-free topping recipes that we’ve enjoyed on this dairy-free angel food cake.

    Creamy Dairy-Free Custard

    Boston Cream Pie Waffles Recipe with Dairy-Free Vanilla Pastry Cream and Chocolate SauceThis is a great way to use up some of the leftover egg yolks, and it works well as a filling or topping for the cake. In the top of a double broiler, whisk together 1/3 cup sugar, 1/4 cup non-GMO cornstarch, 2 egg yolks, and 1 cup original or vanilla dairy-free milk beverage. Cook over simmering water for 8 to 10 minutes or until thickened, whisking constantly. Remove the mixture from the heat, and whisk in 1 tablespoon dairy-free buttery spread and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Pour the custard into a bowl, and place plastic wrap directly on top of the custard to prevent a skin from forming. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

    Quick Dairy-Free Vanilla Icing or Glaze

    Easy Angel Food Cake Recipe with Dairy-Free Custard, Blueberry Sauce or Vanilla Glaze. Naturally dairy-free, nut-free, and soy-free - classic dessert recipe.If you’re short on time, this speedy icing is a godsend. Melt 1 tablespoon dairy-free buttery spread in a medium bowl. Whisk in 1 tablespoon non-GMO corn syrup (can substitute agave nectar), 1 tablespoon original or vanilla dairy-free milk beverage, 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/8 teaspoon salt. Sift in 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar and whisk until smooth. Whisk in more milk beverage, if needed to reach your desired consistency. Pour the icing over the cake.

    I haven’t tried it yet, but adding vanilla bean to both this icing and the cake would probably be delicious.

    More Dairy-Free Toppings

    hunky Maple Blueberry Sauce Recipe - a super-versatile, fast and easy sweet topper. Naturally vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, allergy-friendly, and optionally paleo.I also like the Fruit Whip, Dulce de Coco, and Chocolate Ganache recipes in Go Dairy Free: The Ultimate Guide and Cookbook for topping this dairy-free angel food cake. Plus these recipes:

    • Chunky Maple Blueberry Sauce – I gave this topping it’s own recipe page!
    • Easy Dairy-Free Whipped Cream with Fresh Fruit – You can serve the cake with a bowl of fresh berries for people to scoop up and a bowl of dairy-free whipped cream (can be made ahead).
    • Chocolate Whipped Cream – Step things up a notch with my beloved chocolate whip recipe.
    • Caramel Sauce – This vegan recipe is a great way to add a touch of sweet richness.

    Easy Angel Food Cake Recipe with Dairy-Free Custard, Blueberry Sauce or Vanilla Glaze. Naturally dairy-free, nut-free, and soy-free - classic dessert recipe.

    Special Diet Notes: Easy Angel Food Cake

    By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free /non-dairy, nut-free, peanut-free, soy-free, and vegetarian.

    For gluten-free angel food cake, you can try using your favorite gluten-free flour baking blend in place of the all-purpose. Or you can use this Gluten-Free Angel Food Cake, which is also refined sugar-free.

    For vegan angel food cake, you can substitute 1 1/2 cups aquafaba for the egg whites. It will be a little different in taste and texture. Or you can try this Vegan Angel Food Cake,which uses Ener-G.

    Easy Angel Food Cake with Dairy-Free Toppings
     
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    Prep time
    15 mins
    Cook time
    45 mins
    Total time
    1 hour
     
    This is the basic recipe that I use to make perfect angel food cake every time. See the post above for the topping recipes and ideas that go with this naturally dairy-free dessert.
    Author: Alisa Fleming
    Recipe type: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Serves: 1 fluffy 10-inch cake
    Ingredients
    • 1½ cups egg whites (from about 12 medium eggs - less eggs if using large or extra-large)*
    • 1¼ cups powdered sugar (organic if possible)
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour
    • 1½ teaspoons cream of tartar
    • 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
    • ½ teaspoon almond extract (feel free to omit for nut-free)
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • Dairy-free Toppings (see post above for recipes & ideas)
    Instructions
    1. Place the egg whites in a mixing bowl, and let them stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
    2. Preheat your oven to 350ºF.
    3. Sift the powdered sugar and flour together three times into a large bowl. The sifting is very important for getting that light texture. If you don’t have a flour sifter, a fine mesh strainer works just as well (flour sifters always seem to break on me, so I stick to the strainer!).
    4. Add the cream of tartar, extracts, and salt to the egg whites, and beat the mixture on high speed. Gradually add the granulated sugar, beating until the sugar is dissolved and stiff peaks form.
    5. Gradually fold in the flour and powdered sugar mixture (about ¼ cup at a time).
    6. Spoon the batter into an ungreased 10-inch tube pan, and gently cut through batter with a knife to remove air pockets.
    7. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until the cake springs back when lightly touched.
    8. Immediately invert pan, but cool completely before removing cake from pan.
    9. Slice and serve topped with your dairy-free toppings of choice.
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    19 Comments

    1. Hattie Wariner on February 8, 2020 3:17 pm

      How is replacing the suger with monk fruit. Anyone try? I have a vegan non sugar mother I’m gonna try this out on:)

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on February 8, 2020 6:24 pm

        I’ve never baked with monk fruit. Maybe someone else can weigh in!

        Reply
      • Theresa on February 26, 2020 7:02 pm

        Erythritol, isomalt,monk fruit are all interchangeable with sugar measure for measure.

        Reply
      • Carol on July 8, 2022 7:18 pm

        I usually replace Monkfruit in the raw with the sugar. 1 C sugar to 1/3 C monkfruit.

        Reply
    2. Samantha on November 24, 2015 7:37 am

      Is there a way to make this egg-free? My nursling is allergic but maybe would be ok with whites? Any experience?

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on November 24, 2015 2:09 pm

        Hi Samantha, the whole premise of angel food cake is egg whites. You can search for a vegan angel food cake, but it will be more of a regular cake. I would simply make another cake recipe 🙂

        Reply
      • Sandy on July 3, 2018 2:46 am

        Check out replacing egg whites with chickpea juice.

        Reply
        • Alisa Fleming on July 4, 2018 7:20 am

          Good idea Sandy! I do have a post on this now – https://www.godairyfree.org/food-and-grocery/aquafaba – it doesn’t come out quite as fluffy, but is a good option.

          Reply
    3. Maggie on July 6, 2013 7:07 am

      I miss Angel Food Cake – you’re such a tease Alisa 🙂 It looks perfectly beautiful!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on July 6, 2013 7:18 am

        I know! Some day the vegan code to angel food cake will be cracked!

        Reply
    4. Carol on July 5, 2013 7:28 pm

      Angel food cake is a fav in my family. Your looks so lovely!

      Reply
    5. Hannah on July 5, 2013 6:37 pm

      Ah, my dad’s favorite dessert and my own white whale, angel food cake. I still haven’t been able to create a satisfying vegan version, but I must admit I haven’t given it a try in quite a while. Perhaps its time to begin the experiments again. That crumb really does look so light, fluffy, and delicious.

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on July 6, 2013 7:18 am

        If anyone can conquer this recipe, it’s you Hannah!

        Reply
    6. Cara on July 5, 2013 12:51 pm

      I’m a chocoholic, but there’s nothing like angel food cake with berries for a fresh summer dessert 🙂

      Reply
    7. Amy Green on July 5, 2013 10:17 am

      The ungreased tubs pan is so important!! I’ve seen non-stick angel food cake pans in the store and always wonder how they’d work. The cake needs to be able to cling to the side of the pan as it cools to keep it’s volume. Love angel food cake!!!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on July 5, 2013 10:19 am

        Thanks for the tip Amy!

        Reply
    8. Hallie @ Daily Bites on July 5, 2013 8:22 am

      It’s been so long since I’ve had angel food cake, I’ve forgotten what it tastes like! I had no idea it was so high in protein. 🙂

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on July 5, 2013 9:34 am

        Yes, and a gluten-free healthier version just seems a recipe trial away for you Hallie!

        Reply
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