☁️ Cloud Cake (Light & Airy Dessert)
Cloud Cake is a beautifully light, airy dessert that truly lives up to its name. Its delicate texture comes from whipped egg whites, which create a soft structure that almost melts in your mouth. Unlike dense butter cakes, this cake is subtle, fluffy, and gently sweet, making it perfect with fresh fruit, whipped cream, or simply a dusting of powdered sugar.
This elegant cake works wonderfully for afternoon tea, celebrations, or a simple homemade treat when you want something light yet satisfying.
🧾 Ingredients
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6 large egg whites
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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½ teaspoon cream of tartar
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½ cup cake flour, sifted
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¼ teaspoon salt
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Optional: zest of 1 lemon or orange
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Powdered sugar, for dusting
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Fresh berries or whipped cream, for serving
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the pan
Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Whip the egg whites
In a clean mixing bowl, beat the egg whites, cream of tartar, and salt until soft peaks form.
Gradually add the sugar one tablespoon at a time, beating continuously until stiff glossy peaks form.
3️⃣ Add flavor
Gently fold in the vanilla extract and citrus zest (if using) for extra aroma.
4️⃣ Fold in the flour
Sift the cake flour over the whipped egg mixture.
Using a spatula, carefully fold the flour into the batter. Avoid overmixing to keep the batter airy.
5️⃣ Bake the cake
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top gently.
Bake for 30–35 minutes, until lightly golden and the cake springs back when touched.
6️⃣ Cool the cake
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7️⃣ Finish and serve
Dust with powdered sugar and serve with fresh berries or whipped cream for an elegant presentation.