Ingredients for Angel Food Cake With Fresh Fruit And Lime Drizzle
- 1 store-bought or homemade angel food cake (approximately 10 inches)
- Strawberry
- Fresh Lime Juice
- Zest of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
How to Make Angel Food Cake With Fresh Fruit And Lime Drizzle
- In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup water, and 2 tablespoons lime juice. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved (about 1-2 minutes).
- Remove from heat and let the syrup cool completely. Refrigerate to speed up the cooling process.
- While the syrup cools, prepare your fruit. Wash and slice approximately 1 cup of fresh strawberries (or your desired fruit).
- Once the syrup is cool, zest 1 lime and stir the zest into the cooled syrup.
- Slice the angel food cake into individual portions and arrange on plates.
- Top each slice of cake with the prepared fruit.
- Drizzle the lime syrup generously over the fruit and cake.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
10 g
Sugar
83g
Fat
0g
Carbs
12g
