Orange Chiffon Cake: The Best Light and Fluffy Delight
Discover the light and fluffy delight of Orange Chiffon Cake, a perfect treat for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 5 large egg yolks
- 3/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 5 large egg whites
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together oil, egg yolks, orange juice, zest, and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- In a separate bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
- Fold egg whites into the batter gently.
- Pour batter into an ungreased chiffon cake pan.
- Bake for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Invert the pan and let the cake cool completely before removing.
Notes
- Ensure the egg whites are beaten well for maximum fluffiness.
- Optional: Serve with whipped cream and orange slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Orange Chiffon Cake, dessert, baking, fluffy cake