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Heavenly Moist Blueberry Lemon Angel Food Cake Recipe

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4.5 from 96 reviews
  • Author: Ella
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 10-12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Heavenly Moist Blueberry Lemon Angel Food Cake is a delightful twist on the classic airy angel food cake, infused with fresh blueberries and zesty lemon for a moist, tender crumb. Light, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, this cake is perfect for spring and summer gatherings or any time you want a sweet yet light dessert. The addition of fresh citrus zest and blueberries keeps the cake moist, fruity, and utterly irresistible.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup cake flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for flour mixture)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for coating blueberries)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups egg whites (room temperature, approx. 10–12 large egg whites)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (for egg whites)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or lemon extract
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Pan & Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Use an ungreased 10-inch tube pan with a removable bottom and little feet. Do not grease the pan, as the batter needs to cling to the sides to rise properly.
  2. Sift Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, sift together 1 cup cake flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt at least 3-4 times to incorporate air and ensure a light, lump-free mixture. Set aside.
  3. Whip Egg Whites: In a large, clean, grease-free metal or glass bowl, beat 1 1/2 cups room temperature egg whites on medium speed using a mixer with a whisk attachment until they become foamy.
  4. Add Cream of Tartar: Add 1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar to the foamy egg whites and increase the mixer speed to medium-high. Continue beating.
  5. Gradually Add Sugar & Flavoring: When the egg whites reach soft peaks, gradually add the remaining 1 cup granulated sugar, 1-2 tablespoons at a time, allowing each addition to dissolve. Beat until firm, glossy peaks form. Fold in 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest and 1 teaspoon vanilla or lemon extract gently.
  6. Gently Fold in Dry Ingredients: Sprinkle about one-third of the sifted flour mixture over the egg whites. Using a rubber spatula, gently fold with an upward motion, turning the bowl, just until combined. Repeat with the remaining flour mixture in two more additions, being careful not to deflate the batter.
  7. Prepare Blueberries: Toss 1 cup fresh blueberries lightly in 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour to prevent them from sinking during baking.
  8. Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold the floured blueberries into the batter until evenly distributed, maintaining the airiness of the batter.
  9. Bake the Cake: Spoon the batter carefully into the ungreased tube pan and spread evenly. Run a knife through the batter to release large air pockets. Bake for 35-45 minutes until golden brown, springy to the touch, and a skewer inserted near the center comes out clean.
  10. Cool Upside Down: Immediately invert the cake pan onto its feet or over the neck of a bottle/funnel. Cool completely for 1 1/2 to 2 hours to prevent collapse.
  11. Remove and Serve: Once cooled, run a thin knife around the edges and center tube to loosen the cake. Invert onto a serving plate, slice with a serrated knife, and enjoy.

Notes

  • Use room temperature egg whites for optimal volume; cold whites don’t whip well.
  • Do not grease the pan; batter needs to cling to the pan edges to rise.
  • Fold dry ingredients gently to avoid deflating the batter, which results in a tough cake.
  • Coat blueberries with flour to prevent sinking in the batter.
  • Cool the cake upside down to maintain its height and structure.
  • A lemon glaze or whipped cream with fresh blueberries makes a lovely garnish.
  • Store cake in an airtight container at room temperature up to 2-3 days for best freshness.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Blueberry Lemon Angel Food Cake, Moist Angel Food Cake, Light Cake, Blueberry Cake, Lemon Cake, Angel Food Cake Dessert, Easy Angel Food Cake

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