| Airy Egg-Based Chiffon Cake |
A classic and fluffy chiffon cake with a light and delicate textu... |
dessert, cake, fluffy |
{"title":"Airy Egg-Based Chiffon Cake","description":"A classic and fluffy chiffon cake with a light and delicate texture, perfect for any occasion.","full_ingredient_list":["1\u00be cups cake flour (210g)","1\u00bc cups granulated sugar (250g)","1 tablespoon baking powder","\u00be teaspoon salt","7 large egg yolks, room temperature","\u00be cup cold water (180mL)","\u00bd cup vegetable oil (120mL)","2 teaspoons vanilla extract","7 large egg whites, room temperature","\u00bd teaspoon cream of tartar"],"components":[{"name":"Chiffon Cake Base","ingredients":[{"name":"Cake flour","quantity":"1\u00be cups","preparation_notes":"Use cake flour for a lighter crumb","substitutions":["all-purpose flour with 2 tablespoons removed and replaced with cornstarch"]},{"name":"Granulated sugar","quantity":"1\u00bc cups","preparation_notes":" ","substitutions":["cane sugar"]},{"name":"Baking powder","quantity":"1 tablespoon","preparation_notes":"Ensure freshness","substitutions":[]},{"name":"Salt","quantity":"\u00be teaspoon","preparation_notes":" ","substitutions":[]},{"name":"Egg yolks","quantity":"7 large, room temperature","preparation_notes":"Separate from egg whites","substitutions":[]},{"name":"Cold water","quantity":"\u00be cup (180mL)","preparation_notes":" ","substitutions":[]},{"name":"Vegetable oil","quantity":"\u00bd cup (120mL)","preparation_notes":" ","substitutions":["canola oil","sunflower oil"]},{"name":"Vanilla extract","quantity":"2 teaspoons","preparation_notes":" ","substitutions":[]},{"name":"Egg whites","quantity":"7 large, room temperature","preparation_notes":"Separate from yolks, whip to stiff peaks","substitutions":[]},{"name":"Cream of tartar","quantity":"\u00bd teaspoon","preparation_notes":"Stabilizes egg whites","substitutions":[]},{"name":"Powdered sugar","quantity":"for garnish, optional","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":["whipped cream","berries"]}],"tools_and_equipment":["Mixer","Tube pan","Wire rack","Butter knife"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.","tips":"Sifting aerates the ingredients and removes lumps."},{"step_number":2,"description":"In a medium bowl, whisk together egg yolks, water, oil, and vanilla extract until pale and frothy, about 30 seconds.","tips":"Ensure the mixture is well combined for even texture."},{"step_number":3,"description":"Add egg yolk mixture to the flour mixture, whisking until well combined.","tips":"Make sure there are no lumps."},{"step_number":4,"description":"In a stand mixer, beat egg whites and cream of tartar on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, about 6 minutes.","tips":"Ensure the mixing bowl is dry before starting."},{"step_number":5,"description":"Fold one-fourth of the egg whites into the flour mixture until just combined. Gently fold in the remaining egg whites.","tips":"Use a gentle turning motion to avoid deflating the egg whites."},{"step_number":6,"description":"Spoon batter into an ungreased 10-inch tube pan.","tips":"Do not grease the pan to allow the cake to climb."},{"step_number":7,"description":"Run a butter knife gently through the batter to release any potential air pockets.","tips":"This helps to ensure an even bake."},{"step_number":8,"description":"Bake on the lowest rack for 1 hour. Immediately invert the pan onto a wire rack and let the cake cool completely in the pan.","tips":"Inversion is crucial to prevent collapse."},{"step_number":9,"description":"When cooled, gently run a knife around the edges of the pan to release the cake. Place the cake on a cake stand and garnish with powdered sugar if desired.","tips":"Use a dry knife to avoid tearing the cake."}]}],"prep_time":"20 minutes","cook_time":"1 hour","total_time":"1 hour 20 minutes","servings":"10 servings","tags":["dessert","cake","fluffy"],"notes":"For best results, ensure all utensils are dry before whipping egg whites. Measure ingredients carefully to maintain cake consistency."} |
