Classic Oil-free Chiffon Cake

Chiffon cakes were invented in the United States in the 1920s and became popular due to their light and fluffy texture.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Classic Oil-free Chiffon Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Anytime, Bakery, Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 1440

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Cake Flour
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1.5 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened Applesauce
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 0.5 cup Almond Milk
• 0.5 teaspoon Cream of Tartar
• 0.5 cup Powdered Sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a chiffon cake pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the cake flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce, vanilla extract, and almond milk. Mix well.
4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking until smooth.
5. In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
6. Gently fold the egg whites into the batter until fully incorporated.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
10. Carefully invert the cake onto a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 15g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.