Lemon Angel Food Cake Barefoot Contessa Ina Garten Recipe

Ina Garten's legendary Lemon Angel Food Cake recipe! This light-as-air cake is bursting with bright lemon flavor and a delicate texture. Perfect for any occasion, from a casual weeknight dessert to a sophisticated dinner party. Get the Food Network star's secret to the perfect angel food cake, guaranteed to impress.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 302.6 kcal
Protein 13g
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Ingredients for Lemon Angel Food Cake Barefoot Contessa Ina Garten

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How to Make Lemon Angel Food Cake Barefoot Contessa Ina Garten

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and powdered sugar. Set aside.
  3. In a separate, clean, grease-free bowl, beat egg whites with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
  4. Gradually add the granulated sugar, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  5. Gently fold in the flour mixture until just combined. Be careful not to deflate the egg whites.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  7. Gently fold the lemon mixture into the batter.
  8. Pour the batter into an ungreased 10-inch tube pan.
  9. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Inversion the cake immediately after removing it from the oven. Let cool completely upside down in the pan before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

201g

Fat

0g

Carbs

22g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lemon Angel Food Cake Barefoot Contessa Ina Garten?

Lemon Angel Food Cake Barefoot Contessa Ina Garten takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lemon Angel Food Cake Barefoot Contessa Ina Garten?

Lemon Angel Food Cake Barefoot Contessa Ina Garten has approximately 302.6 calories per serving, with about 13 g protein, 22 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lemon Angel Food Cake Barefoot Contessa Ina Garten?

The key ingredients for Lemon Angel Food Cake Barefoot Contessa Ina Garten are Superfine Sugar, Cake Flour, Egg Whites, Kosher Salt, Cream Of Tartar, Pure Vanilla Extract. See the full list with measurements above.

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