Gluten-Free & Keto Friendly Angel Food Cake

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: American

Courses: Dessert

Servings: 12

Calories: 59.5

Best Season: Spring, Summer

Dietary: Flexitarian, Gluten Free, Keto, Sugar-Free, Vegetarian

Description

This keto-friendly, gluten-free angel food cake is a light and airy dessert that perfectly balances indulgence and healthy eating. Made without refined sugar or traditional flour, it uses low-carb, gluten-free ingredients to deliver the classic fluffy texture and subtle sweetness angel food cakes are known for.

Ingredients

3/4 Cup powdered egg whites
1 1/2 Cups powdered erythritol
1 tsp cream of tartar
1/2 tsp xanthan gum
1/4-1/2 tsp salt
2 1/4 Cups warm water
1 Cup Quest® plain multi-purpose mix protein powder
Dash Lemon, vanilla, and almond extracts

Instructions

1
Adjust the oven rack to the lower-middle position and preheat the oven to 325℉.
2
In a bowl, mix together the protein powder, salt, and xanthan gum.
3
In a standing mixer, combine the powdered egg whites with warm water and begin mixing on medium-low speed. Add the cream of tartar, powdered erythritol, and flavorings.
4
Beat the mixture in the mixer on high speed until fluffy-stiff peaks form.
5
Gently fold in the protein powder mixture in three additions.
6
Pour the batter into an ungreased angel food cake (or tube) pan.
7
Bake for 35-45 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
8
Remove from the oven and invert the pan upside down on a wire rack to cool for about three hours.
9
Once the cake has cooled, run a thin knife around the edges to release the cake. Slice with a serrated knife and serve topped with whipped cream and fresh berries, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 59.5kcal

% Daily Value *
Cholesterol 5mg2%
Sodium 215mg9%
Total Carbohydrate 19g7%
Protein 13g26%

Sugar Alcohol 18
Net Carbs 1

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.