Strawberry Angel Cake: A Light and Flavorful Delight

Before we even dive into the recipe, let me pause for a moment of gratitude. Thank you for being here and sharing in the joy of baking! Recipes like this Strawberry Angel Cake are the kind that make me giddy to write because they’re not just desserts—they’re experiences. The light, cloudlike cake paired with juicy strawberries and airy whipped cream? Oh my goodness… it’s the kind of treat that looks elegant on the table yet feels effortless in the kitchen.

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Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Angel Cake

Feather-light texture – Angel food cake practically melts in your mouth.
Burst of fresh flavor – Sweet strawberries with a hint of lemon bring everything to life.
Versatile presentation – Keep it simple or dress it up with whipped cream, extra berries, or even a drizzle of chocolate.
Guilt-free indulgence – Light, airy, and not overly sweet, making it perfect for warm-weather desserts.

The smell while this cake is baking? Heavenly. And slicing into that tall, spongy cake with fresh strawberry syrup dripping down? Anything but boring!!

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Angel Food Cake:

1 cup (120g) cake flour, sifted
1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
12 large egg whites (room temperature)
1 ½ tsp cream of tartar
¼ tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp almond extract (optional)

For the Strawberry Topping:

2 cups (300g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 tsp lemon juice

For the Whipped Cream (Optional):

1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream
2 tbsp powdered sugar
½ tsp vanilla extract

Tools You’ll Need

10-inch tube pan (angel food cake pan)
Electric mixer
Mixing bowls (large & medium)
Sifter or fine mesh sieve
Spatula

Ingredient Additions & Substitutions

Swap berries: Try raspberries, blueberries, or a mix of summer fruits.
For extra decadence: Add a drizzle of chocolate sauce or lemon glaze before serving.
Dairy-free option: Use coconut whipped cream instead of regular whipped cream.
Want a shortcut? Use a store-bought angel food cake but still prepare the macerated strawberries from scratch—you’ll fool everyone into thinking it’s homemade.